# Develop Basics

The **Develop Basic** phase of the **IDEA transformation model** focuses on establishing foundational practices and building on initial agility concepts by **standardising tools, techniques, and processes**. At this stage, teams are encouraged to adopt consistent approaches, utilising **templates**, **checklists**, and **automated solutions** to increase efficiency and minimise waste. 

Lean techniques, such as **value stream mapping** and **kaizen**, are introduced to enhance continuous improvement, while concepts like **Little’s Law** help streamline workflows. Emphasis is placed on **higher-order thinking** and **problem-solving skills**, empowering teams to tackle challenges with greater strategic insight. 

Through **team skill roadmaps** and ongoing **knowledge transfer**, individuals enhance their capabilities, ensuring long-term **resilience and sustainability**. In the realm of **continuous delivery**, automated testing becomes routine, and there is active engagement with regulators to ensure compliance. 

This phase also promotes **collaborative strategic planning** and **data-driven decision-making**, with **clear feedback loops** and alignment with **product and platform roadmaps** to keep progress on track.

## Agility 

* Standardise practices & approaches
  * Tools  
  * Techniques  
  * Templates  
  * Checklists  
* Look for wastes 
* Automate as much as possible 
* The ”Toyota Way” 
* Lean techniques (value stream mapping & wastes) 
* Process & point kaizen 
* Higher-order thinking skills 
* Problem-solving skills 
* Applying Little’s law 

## Team Skills 

* Skill growth roadmaps 
* Problem management 
* Knowledge transfer 
* Resilience & Sustainability 
* Templates & agility dictionary 

## Continuous Delivery 

* Regulator engagement at tool level. 
* Regression testing runs constantly, 
* Automated testing at all levels. 

## Technology Processes 

* Collaborative strategic planning, 
* Data-driven decision making. 
* Clear feedback loops. 
* Product and platform roadmaps.