Which of the following statements, about the behavior of effective change managers as agile practitioners, are true?
They should take a single framework and apply it persistently.
They should remain resilient, flexible, and willing to learn.
Answer : B
Statement 1: Incorrect. Agile is rooted in adaptability and tailoring practices to fit the specific needs of a project. Taking a single framework and applying it persistently reflects rigidity, which contradicts the Agile principles of flexibility and continuous improvement. AgilePM advocates selecting and combining frameworks (e.g., Scrum, Kanban) based on the project environment rather than sticking to one rigidly.
Statement 2: Correct. Resilience, flexibility, and a willingness to learn are central to Agile practitioners. They must adapt to challenges and new information to ensure continuous delivery of value. This aligns with Agile values of embracing change over following strict plans and the AgilePM philosophy of iterative improvement.
Key AgilePM Concepts Referenced:
Flexibility over Rigidity: AgilePM Handbook, Chapter 1, Section 1.4 ('The Agile Mindset').
Iterative Development and Learning: Chapter 3, Section 3.5 (Iterative Principles).
What phase will create Solution increments?
Which of the following are recognized DSDM styles of Timebox?
1. Unstructured
2. Consolidated
What role is responsible for interpreting the needs of the Business Sponsor and communicating these to the team?
What is defined as "The means by which an organization increases involvement of its employees and other stakeholders with organizational change"?
Answer : A
Engagement: Defined as the process of increasing employee and stakeholder involvement in organizational change, engagement ensures commitment and minimizes resistance. It is a key responsibility of change managers to foster this involvement, as outlined in AgilePM principles.
Other Options:
Change Agent: Refers to individuals or teams driving the change process, not the process itself.
Sponsor: Represents leadership roles advocating for change but is not a mechanism for involvement.
Line Leader: Plays a supportive role in change but does not define engagement itself.
Key AgilePM Concepts Referenced:
Employee Engagement: AgilePM Handbook, Chapter 3, Section 3.2.
Which of the key principles, for building and maintaining engagement throughout change, is demonstrated through sharing information about why change is necessary and when it will take place?
Answer : C
Transparency: Sharing the rationale and timeline for change ensures openness and builds trust among stakeholders. Transparency is fundamental to managing expectations and mitigating resistance.
Other Options:
Inclusivity: Focuses on ensuring all voices are heard.
Connectivity: Refers to fostering relationships.
Empathy: Relates to understanding others' feelings, not information sharing.
Key AgilePM Concepts Referenced:
Transparent Communication: AgilePM Handbook, Chapter 4, Section 4.2.
Which definition describes 'transition' in Bridges' model of human transitions?
Answer : B
Emotional Process: Transition, as per Bridges' model, refers to the psychological adjustment individuals go through when adapting to change. It's not about the change itself but how people internally process the transition.
Other Options:
A and D: These relate to the external processes of implementing change.
C: This overlaps with transition but is incomplete as a definition.
Key AgilePM Concepts Referenced:
Bridges' Transition Model: AgilePM Handbook, Chapter 6, Section 6.3.