Agile Safe 5.1 SPC TEST QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT
ANSWERS
Build incrementally with fast, integrated learning cycles ---ANSWER--- Lean-Agile Prin. *
Apply fast learning cycles - shorter the cycle, faster the learning. PDCA (Plan, Do,
Check, Adjust). Facilitated by small batch cycles. * Apply fast learning cycles.
Integration points control product development. Dev proceeds no faster than the slowest
learning loop. *Integration points reduce risk.
Base milestones on objective evaluation of working systems ---ANSWER--- Lean-Agile
Prin. 1. Apply Objective Milestones: PI system demos are orchestrated to deliver
objective progress, product, and process Metrics. 2. Iterate to optimum solution
(Objective Milestones). *Problems with Phase-gate milestones: early design decisions,
assume solution can be built correctly first time, create huge batches and long queues.
*Requirements & decisions too early, adjustments too late & costly as new facts
emerge.
Visualize and limit WIP, reduce batch sizes, manage Q lengths ---ANSWER---
LeanAgile Prin. *Reduce batch sizes for higher predictability, accelerated feedback, -
less rework, lower cost. Most important is Handoff Batch. *Find optimal batch size.
Higher Transaction costs make optimal batch size bigger; Higher holding costs make it
smaller (crossed lines in a chart).
Lean Portfolio Mgmt ---ANSWER--- Aligns strategy & execution by applying Lean- and
systems-thinking approaches to strategy and investment funding Agile portfolio
operations, and governance. One of the 7 Core Competencies of Biz Agility.
Organizational Agility ---ANSWER--- How Lean-thinking people and Agile Teams
optimize their business, evolve strategy with clear & decisive new commitments, and
,quickly adapt ad needed to capitalize on new opportunities. One of the 7 Core
Competencies of Biz Agility.
Continuous Learning Culture ---ANSWER--- A set of values and practices that
encourage individuals, & the Enterprise as a whole, to continually increase knowledge,
competence, performance and innovation. One of the 7 Core Competencies of Biz
Agility.
Lean-Agile Leadership ---ANSWER--- How Lean-Agile Leaders drive and sustain
organizational change and operational excellence by empowering individuals & teams
to reach their highest potential. One of the 7 Core Competencies of Biz Agility.
Built-in Quality ---ANSWER--- Built-In Quality practices ensure that each Solution
element, at every increment, meets appropriate quality standards throughout
development.
Agile Manifesto ---ANSWER--- * Individuals & Interactions OVER Processes & Tools; *
Working Software OVER comprehensive documentation; * Customer Collaboration
OVER contract negotiation; Responding to Change OVER following a plan.
Continuous Delivery Pipeline (CDP) ---ANSWER--- Continuous Exploration ->
Continuous Integration -> Continuous Deployment -> Release on Demand. CE -> CI ->
CD -> RoD.
Measure & Grow ---ANSWER--- The way portfolios evaluate their progress towards Biz
Agility and determine their next steps.
SAFe Core Values ---ANSWER--- Alignment, Built-in Quality, Transparency, Program
Execution. The four Core Values represent the fundamental beliefs that are key to
SAFe's effectiveness. These guiding principles help dictate behavior and action for
everyone who participates in a SAFe portfolio.
, Alignment ---ANSWER--- Constant communication, constantly check for understanding.
Built-In Quality ---ANSWER--- Ensures that each Solution element, at every increment,
meets appropriate quality standards throughout development.
Transparency ---ANSWER--- visualize relevant work, admits mistakes, support others.
SAFe House of Lean ---ANSWER--- Illustrates the goal of delivering VALUE through the
pillars of Respect for people and culture, Flow, Innovation, and Relentless improvement.
LEADERSHIP provides the foundation on which everything else stands.
Respect for people and culture ---ANSWER--- House of Lean. Generative Culture;
People do all the work; Customer is whomever consumes your work; Build long-term
partnerships based on trust; To change the Culture, Change the Organization.
Flow ---ANSWER--- House of Lean. Optimize sustainable Value delivery; Build in
Quality; Understand, exploit & manage variability; Move from Projects to Products.
Innovation ---ANSWER--- House of Lean. Innovative people, provide time & space for
Innovation, Go see; Experimentation & Feedback; Innovation riptides; Pivot without
mercy or guilt.
Relentless improvement ---ANSWER--- House of Lean. Constant sense of danger;
Optimize the whole; problem-solving culture; Base improvements on facts; Reflect at
Key Milestones.
Value ---ANSWER--- House of Lean. Achieve the shortest sustainable lead time with
The best Quality & Value to People & Society; high Morale, Safety and Customer
Delight.
ANSWERS
Build incrementally with fast, integrated learning cycles ---ANSWER--- Lean-Agile Prin. *
Apply fast learning cycles - shorter the cycle, faster the learning. PDCA (Plan, Do,
Check, Adjust). Facilitated by small batch cycles. * Apply fast learning cycles.
Integration points control product development. Dev proceeds no faster than the slowest
learning loop. *Integration points reduce risk.
Base milestones on objective evaluation of working systems ---ANSWER--- Lean-Agile
Prin. 1. Apply Objective Milestones: PI system demos are orchestrated to deliver
objective progress, product, and process Metrics. 2. Iterate to optimum solution
(Objective Milestones). *Problems with Phase-gate milestones: early design decisions,
assume solution can be built correctly first time, create huge batches and long queues.
*Requirements & decisions too early, adjustments too late & costly as new facts
emerge.
Visualize and limit WIP, reduce batch sizes, manage Q lengths ---ANSWER---
LeanAgile Prin. *Reduce batch sizes for higher predictability, accelerated feedback, -
less rework, lower cost. Most important is Handoff Batch. *Find optimal batch size.
Higher Transaction costs make optimal batch size bigger; Higher holding costs make it
smaller (crossed lines in a chart).
Lean Portfolio Mgmt ---ANSWER--- Aligns strategy & execution by applying Lean- and
systems-thinking approaches to strategy and investment funding Agile portfolio
operations, and governance. One of the 7 Core Competencies of Biz Agility.
Organizational Agility ---ANSWER--- How Lean-thinking people and Agile Teams
optimize their business, evolve strategy with clear & decisive new commitments, and
,quickly adapt ad needed to capitalize on new opportunities. One of the 7 Core
Competencies of Biz Agility.
Continuous Learning Culture ---ANSWER--- A set of values and practices that
encourage individuals, & the Enterprise as a whole, to continually increase knowledge,
competence, performance and innovation. One of the 7 Core Competencies of Biz
Agility.
Lean-Agile Leadership ---ANSWER--- How Lean-Agile Leaders drive and sustain
organizational change and operational excellence by empowering individuals & teams
to reach their highest potential. One of the 7 Core Competencies of Biz Agility.
Built-in Quality ---ANSWER--- Built-In Quality practices ensure that each Solution
element, at every increment, meets appropriate quality standards throughout
development.
Agile Manifesto ---ANSWER--- * Individuals & Interactions OVER Processes & Tools; *
Working Software OVER comprehensive documentation; * Customer Collaboration
OVER contract negotiation; Responding to Change OVER following a plan.
Continuous Delivery Pipeline (CDP) ---ANSWER--- Continuous Exploration ->
Continuous Integration -> Continuous Deployment -> Release on Demand. CE -> CI ->
CD -> RoD.
Measure & Grow ---ANSWER--- The way portfolios evaluate their progress towards Biz
Agility and determine their next steps.
SAFe Core Values ---ANSWER--- Alignment, Built-in Quality, Transparency, Program
Execution. The four Core Values represent the fundamental beliefs that are key to
SAFe's effectiveness. These guiding principles help dictate behavior and action for
everyone who participates in a SAFe portfolio.
, Alignment ---ANSWER--- Constant communication, constantly check for understanding.
Built-In Quality ---ANSWER--- Ensures that each Solution element, at every increment,
meets appropriate quality standards throughout development.
Transparency ---ANSWER--- visualize relevant work, admits mistakes, support others.
SAFe House of Lean ---ANSWER--- Illustrates the goal of delivering VALUE through the
pillars of Respect for people and culture, Flow, Innovation, and Relentless improvement.
LEADERSHIP provides the foundation on which everything else stands.
Respect for people and culture ---ANSWER--- House of Lean. Generative Culture;
People do all the work; Customer is whomever consumes your work; Build long-term
partnerships based on trust; To change the Culture, Change the Organization.
Flow ---ANSWER--- House of Lean. Optimize sustainable Value delivery; Build in
Quality; Understand, exploit & manage variability; Move from Projects to Products.
Innovation ---ANSWER--- House of Lean. Innovative people, provide time & space for
Innovation, Go see; Experimentation & Feedback; Innovation riptides; Pivot without
mercy or guilt.
Relentless improvement ---ANSWER--- House of Lean. Constant sense of danger;
Optimize the whole; problem-solving culture; Base improvements on facts; Reflect at
Key Milestones.
Value ---ANSWER--- House of Lean. Achieve the shortest sustainable lead time with
The best Quality & Value to People & Society; high Morale, Safety and Customer
Delight.
