Which statement about Agile is INCORRECT?
Agile is:
Agile is often misunderstood, and one common misconception is treating it as a methodology. Let's analyze the options:
A . Correct. Agile is applicable beyond software development. It originated in software but has since been applied to areas like marketing, operations, and even HR.
B . Incorrect. Agile is not a methodology. It is a mindset or philosophy characterized by values and principles outlined in the Agile Manifesto. Frameworks like Scrum, Kanban, or SAFe operationalize Agile, but Agile itself is not prescriptive.
C . Correct. Agile is defined by its guiding values and principles, which include customer collaboration, responding to change, and delivering value frequently.
D . Correct. Frameworks like Scrum and SAFe, as well as processes, help bring Agile principles into practice.
Agile Manifesto: agilemanifesto.org
''Scrum Guide 2020'' and ''Kanban Method'' for frameworks operationalizing Agile.
An organization's CIO believes they will better serve customers if they become more Agile. How can an organization become more Agile?
Becoming more Agile requires fostering collaboration, flexibility, and customer focus. Let's evaluate the options:
A . Incorrect. While IT plays a crucial role in Agile transformation, solely focusing on software development doesn't address Agile principles like collaboration, iterative value delivery, and responsiveness to change.
B . Incorrect. Strict control over changes contradicts Agile principles, which encourage adaptability and welcoming change throughout development.
C . Correct. Collaboration is a core value in Agile, emphasizing interactions among teams, customers, and stakeholders to deliver value effectively.
D . Incorrect. While collaboration is correct, pairing it with a narrow IT focus (option A) doesn't reflect a holistic Agile transformation.
Agile Manifesto (Individual and interactions over processes and tools).
Principles of Agile Transformation: Collaboration and adaptability are key.
Which is NOT one of the underlying principles of the Agile Manifesto?
The Agile Manifesto outlines 12 principles, and while delivering value frequently is one of them, 'delivering working software daily' is not explicitly stated. Let's evaluate the options:
A . Correct. The Agile Manifesto states that 'working software is the primary measure of progress.'
B . Incorrect. The principle states, 'Deliver working software frequently, from a couple of weeks to a couple of months,' but it does not specify daily delivery. This makes 'daily' incorrect.
C . Correct. Satisfying the customer through early and continuous delivery is the highest priority in Agile.
D . Correct. Simplicity, or minimizing unnecessary work, is one of the core principles in Agile.
Agile Manifesto: agilemanifesto.org
Principle 3: 'Deliver working software frequently...'
Principle 10: 'Simplicity---the art of maximizing the amount of work not done---is essential.'
Which statement about the Process Startup is TRUE?
The Process Startup (or Daily Scrum equivalent in service management) is a quick status meeting to align the team's efforts and inspect progress.
A . Incorrect. Attendance may involve stakeholders or others, depending on the context.
B . Incorrect. The inspection of progress toward the Sprint Goal is a characteristic of the Sprint Review, not the Process Startup.
C . Correct. The Process Startup functions as a status meeting to synchronize team activities.
D . Incorrect. Not all options are correct.
Scrum Guide 2020: Daily Scrum principles.
What is the starting point when designing an Agile process?
Designing an Agile process begins with understanding customer needs and value to ensure that processes align with delivering that value efficiently.
A . Incorrect. While understanding the vision and goal is important, focusing on customer value takes precedence in Agile.
B . Correct. Agile emphasizes delivering value to customers, making this the critical starting point for process design.
C . Incorrect. Engaging stakeholders is essential but follows after understanding customer needs.
D . Incorrect. Understanding architecture comes later in the design process, after defining customer-centric objectives.
Agile Manifesto: Customer collaboration over contract negotiation.
ITIL 4: Service design principles.
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