Details. This article primarily describes the definition, approval, and implementation of portfolio epics. ... SAFe generally discourages using the project funding model (refer to the Lean Portfolio Management article). Instead, the funding to implement epics is allocated directly to the value streams within a portfolio.

What are epics in SAFe?

Details. In SAFe, epics are the container for significant Solution development initiative. The expectation is that the substantial investment represented by the epic will generate a commensurate amount of economic value.

What is an epic in SAFe agile?

An epic describes a sizable initiative that is deliverable by an agile release train, solution train, or multiple solutions trains.