Start practice test
Back to Scrum Performance Metrics
Cumulative Flow Diagram (CFD) Guide

Cumulative Flow Diagram (CFD) is a crucial tool in Scrum performance metrics.

Why it's important: CFD provides a visual tracking of project progress, making it easier to understand the work done, in progress, and remaining. It facilitates better decision making by offering a visual representation of bottlenecks and inefficiencies in workflow.

What it is: CFD is a graphical representation of the workflow of distinct statuses (i.e., To Do, In Progress, Done) divided over time. The X-axis represents time, and the Y-axis represents tasks. Its layout displays the accumulation of tasks at every point in the workflow.

How it works: Tasks join the 'ToDo' section at the bottom of the graph and progress to the 'In Progress' and 'Done' sections as they are completed. The slope between phases shows the rate of progress. A steep slope indicates fast progress, while a flat slope indicates slow progress.

Exam Tips - Answering Questions on CFD:
1. Understand the basic concepts of CFD thoroughly - the vertical axis (tasks), the horizontal axis (time), and the different sections of tasks.
2. Be able to identify trends (like bottlenecks) based on the graphical representation.
3. Be proficient in differentiating between healthy and problematic CFDs. A widening gap between In Progress and Done may indicate a problem.
4. Learn how to interpret the data for decision making. For example, reducing Work in Progress (WIP) if the amount of work in progress is too high, leading to bottlenecks.
Note: Use the CFD analysis to draw conclusions about the efficiency of the process and effectiveness of changes made.

Go Premium

Certified ScrumMaster Preparation Package (2024)

  • 5543 Superior-grade Certified ScrumMaster practice questions.
  • Accelerated Mastery: Deep dive into critical topics to fast-track your mastery.
  • Unlock Effortless CSM preparation: 5 full exams.
  • 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed: Full refund with no questions if unsatisfied.
  • Bonus: If you upgrade now you get upgraded access to all courses
  • Risk-Free Decision: Start with a 7-day free trial - get premium features at no cost!
Cumulative Flow Diagram (CFD) practice test

The Cumulative Flow Diagram is a visual tool in Scrum, which shows the progress of work items in different states. It demonstrates how work is moving through a system and enables teams to manage their development process by visualizing work in progress, completion, and bottlenecks. CFD provides the team with a clear indication of its performance and can be used to predict future performance.

Time: 5 minutes   Questions: 5

Test mode:
Start practice test

Practice more Cumulative Flow Diagram (CFD) questions

More Cumulative Flow Diagram (CFD) questions
31 questions (total)
Start 31 question test
Go Premium

Certified ScrumMaster Preparation Package (2024)

  • 5543 Superior-grade Certified ScrumMaster practice questions.
  • Accelerated Mastery: Deep dive into critical topics to fast-track your mastery.
  • Unlock Effortless CSM preparation: 5 full exams.
  • 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed: Full refund with no questions if unsatisfied.
  • Bonus: If you upgrade now you get upgraded access to all courses
  • Risk-Free Decision: Start with a 7-day free trial - get premium features at no cost!