Daily Scrum/Stand-up

Correct Answer: Discuss the importance and benefits of the Daily Scrum with the team member privately.

The best approach to a team member consistently missing the Daily Scrum, according to the Scrum methodology, would be for the ScrumMaster to discuss the importance and benefits of the Daily Scrum with the team member privately. This provides an opportunity to understand the reason for the absence and to explain how their absence impacts the team's work and productivity. Reporting the behavior to management is not a constructive solution, as it may lead to a negative atmosphere and does not encourage self-organization, a key principle of Scrum. Starting the meeting without the missing member might seem practical, but it discourages collective work and doesn't solve the root cause of the problem. Adjusting the meeting time for the absent member might seem considerate, but it could inconvenience other team members and doesn't promote the value of commitment to the team and its rules.

Correct Answer: Flag the topic for after the meeting.

In a Daily Scrum, the primary focus is on what each team member has accomplished since the last meeting, what they will work on until the next meeting, and any obstacles they are facing. If a discussion begins to diverge into technical problem-solving, it should be flagged for discussion after the meeting. This approach ensures that the Daily Scrum remains short and focused on its main objectives, which is crucial for maintaining its effectiveness and respecting everyone's time. The other options are incorrect because continuing the discussion detracts from the primary goals of the Daily Scrum, asking the team to vote disrupts the flow and focus of the meeting, and allocating extra time for problem-solving in the Daily Scrum would fundamentally change its purpose and potentially make it less efficient and effective.

Correct Answer: Coach the team member privately on the purpose of the Daily Scrum and provide guidance on concise updates

The best answer is to coach the team member privately on the purpose of the Daily Scrum and provide guidance on concise updates. The Daily Scrum is meant to be a brief, time-boxed meeting where team members share their progress, plans, and any impediments. Detailed updates that take up significant time defeat the purpose of this meeting and can hinder the team's ability to effectively plan and coordinate their work. By coaching the team member privately, the Scrum Master can help them understand the importance of concise updates and provide guidance on how to communicate effectively within the time constraints of the Daily Scrum. This approach maintains the team member's dignity and avoids singling them out in front of the team. The other options, such as interrupting the team member during the meeting or encouraging similarly detailed updates from others, are not appropriate as they do not address the root cause of the issue and can lead to further disruption of the meeting. Allowing the team member to continue providing detailed updates is also not advisable, as it can set a precedent for long, unfocused meetings that do not serve the intended purpose of the Daily Scrum.