What events in SAFe provide objective evidence of built-in quality and compliance?
Answer : C
According to theSystem Demoarticle on the Scaled Agile Framework website, system demos provide objective evidence of built-in quality and compliance. The article states that ''The System Demo is a significant event that provides an integrated view of new Features for the most recent Iteration delivered by all the teams in the Agile Release Train (ART). Each demo gives ART stakeholders an objective measure of progress during a Program Increment (PI). The system demo is part of the inspect and adapt cycle and provides ARTs with the opportunity to assess their current state, adjust, and improve. The system demo also provides feedback on functional and nonfunctional requirements, such as compliance, performance, security, and usability.'' Therefore, the correct answer is C, system demos. The other options are not accurate, as they are not the events that provide objective evidence of built-in quality and compliance. PI planning (A) is a face-to-face event that serves as the heartbeat of the ART, aligning all the teams on the ART to a shared mission and vision. Backlog refinement (B) is the process of breaking down, estimating, and prioritizing the backlog items. ART syncs (D) are meetings that facilitate cross-team collaboration and alignment.
Question 2
In a SAFe Roadmap, which PIs are committed?
Answer : A
According to theRoadmaparticle on the Scaled Agile Framework website, in a SAFe Roadmap, only the first PI is committed. The article states that ''The committed PI shows the results of the teams' most recent PI Planning event where they committed to event the program's PI Objectives. The forecast may provide the deliverables and milestones for the following two PIs.'' Therefore, the correct answer is A, the first one. The other options are not accurate, as they imply that more than one PI is committed, which is not the case. The roadmap is a forecast, not a guarantee, of future PIs.
Question 3
What are Business Epics in SAFe?
Answer : B
Business epics are large initiatives in SAFe that drive business value and typically cross the organizational boundaries (release trains), time boundaries (Program Increments), or both1.They are solution descriptions for the business that capture the more substantial investments that occur within a portfolio2.Business epics directly deliver business value, while enabler epics are used to advance the Architectural Runway to support upcoming business or technical needs2.
1:Implementation Strategies for Business Epics - Scaled Agile Framework2:Epic - Scaled Agile Framework
Question 4
Which two statements accurately describe the SAFe Implementation Roadmap? (Choose two.)
Answer : B, D
Two statements that accurately describe the SAFe Implementation Roadmap are:
It reflects success patterns from previous implementations of SAFe.The SAFe Implementation Roadmap is based on the experiences and learnings of hundreds of enterprises that have successfully adopted SAFe1.It captures the common critical moves and best practices that have proven to be effective in implementing SAFe in a reliable and predictable way2.
It provides recommended sequencing of role-based training.The SAFe Implementation Roadmap includes a step for training Lean-Agile change agents, who are the key enablers and coaches of the transformation3. It also suggests the appropriate role-based training for executives, managers, leaders, and teams, as well as the timing and sequence of the training in relation to the launch of the ARTs. The training helps to build the knowledge and skills needed to apply SAFe principles and practices at various levels of the enterprise.
Question 5
What is governance in a SAFe context?
Answer : B
According to theGovernment Articleon the Scaled Agile Framework website, governance in a SAFe context is a framework for decision-making to ensure programs achieve desired mission outcomes. The article states that ''Governance is not the natural enemy of the lean flow of value in technology development. In fact, governance plays a vital role in many high-assurance systems where the economic and human cost of failure is unacceptable. It is merely a framework for decision-making and oversight to ensure that programs achieve the desired mission outcomes.'' Therefore, the correct answer is B, a framework for decision-making to ensure programs achieve desired mission outcomes. The other options are not accurate, as they are not the definitions of governance in a SAFe context. Oversight that is provided by the PMO (A) is not governance, but a function that supports governance by providing guidance and coordination. Agency level regulations that ensure compliance with federal laws are not governance, but a set of rules that programs must follow. Participatory budgeting events conducted twice annually by LPM (D) are not governance, but a mechanism for allocating funds based on value and strategic alignment.
Question 6
Which option is a Safe Core Value?
Answer : C
According to theCore Valuesarticle on the Scaled Agile Framework website, relentless improvement is one of the four core values of SAFe, along with alignment, transparency, and respect for people. The article states that ''Relentless improvement is a constant sense of danger combined with a paranoid desire to find a better way. It's a culture of organizational self-assessment, problem-solving, and action. It's a willingness to change before the crisis forces us to do so. It's a commitment to relentless reflection and a continuous learning journey.'' Therefore, the correct answer is C, relentless improvement. The other options are not accurate, as they are not the core values of SAFe. Intrinsic motivation of knowledge workers is a principle, not a value, of SAFe. Individuals and interactions is a value of the Agile Manifesto, not of SAFe. Built-in quality is an aspect of SAFe, not a value.
Question 7
Which three items are part of SAFe's Core Values? (Choose three.)
Answer : A, B, F
According to theCore Valuesarticle on the Scaled Agile Framework website, the three items that are part of SAFe's Core Values are alignment, relentless improvement, and transparency. The article states that ''The four Core Values of alignment, transparency, respect for people, and relentless improvement represent the foundational beliefs that are key to SAFe's effectiveness. These tenets help guide the behaviors and actions of everyone participating in a SAFe portfolio.'' Therefore, the correct answers are A, alignment, B, relentless improvement, and F, transparency. The other options are not accurate, as they are not the core values of SAFe. Decentralized decision-making is a principle, not a value, of SAFe. Program execution is an outcome, not a value, of SAFe. Assume variability is not a term used in SAFe.
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