Scrum Artefacts

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Scrum artefacts represents work or value. They are designed to maximize transparency of key information. Key elements of Scrum Artefacts include Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, and Increment. They are explicitly identified during the Scrum process to give a formal identity to often-understated key elements.

Guide on Scrum Artefacts

Scrum Artefacts are a crucial part of Scrum and are used to understand the work done and manage the associated work. These artefacts include the product backlog, sprint backlog, and the increment.
Importance: Scrum Artefacts provide transparency and opportunities for inspection and adaptation. They present vital information that is necessary for the Scrum team to achieve an effective outcome. They ensure everyone has a clear understanding of what is being worked on and aims to be achieved.
Working: The product backlog contains the list of work to be done; the Sprint backlog includes the tasks selected for the current sprint; and the Increment is the sum of all product backlog items completed during a sprint and the value of the increments of all previous sprints.
Answering Exam Questions: When answering Scrum Artefacts questions, it's important to remember:
  • Understand the role and purpose of each artefact
  • Understand how they interconnect and influence each other
  • They all help in providing transparency and tracking progress.

    • Exam Tips: To better answer these questions, you should familiarize yourself with the Scrum Guide, practice sample questions and understand the application of each artefact in real-life scenarios.
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    PSM I - Scrum Artefacts Example Questions

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    Question 1

    Due to unexpected urgent issues discovered during the Sprint, the team had to change their focus and couldn't complete some Product Backlog Items. Which Scrum Artifact do they need to refer to adjust the rest of the Sprint?

    Correct Answer: Sprint Backlog

    When unexpected issues arise during a Sprint, the Development Team needs to consult the Sprint Backlog to adjust their focus and plan for the rest of the Sprint. The Sprint Backlog is a dynamic artifact that provides a plan by the Development Team about what to work on next. On the other hand, the Definition of Done is a set of criteria that adds transparency and ensures that a Product Backlog item meets the necessary quality standards before it can be considered complete. The Daily Scrum is a daily meeting for the Development Team to plan work for the next 24 hours. The final incorrect option, while more detailed, relates to the Sprint Review, which is a time to inspect the Increment and adapt the Product Backlog if needed, not for adjusting the current Sprint's work.

    Question 2

    During a Sprint Retrospective, the team identifies a recurring issue that affects the quality of their Increments. However, the items related to resolving it were ignored during Sprint Planning. How can the Product Owner help solve this problem during Sprint Planning?

    Correct Answer: Work with the Scrum Team to refine and prioritize backlog items that will resolve the issue.

    The correct approach for a Product Owner in addressing a recurring issue that affects the quality of Increments involves collaborating with the Scrum Team to understand the problem and together refine and prioritize backlog items that offer a solution. This ensures that the resolution aligns with the team's capabilities and the Product Goal. Assigning a fixed number of hours for addressing issues without considering the specific context of the work or consulting external experts without team input can lead to solutions that may not be feasible or effective. Recommencing the implementation of a new technology stack without assessing its impact disregards the value of empiricism and team collaboration, essential aspects of Scrum. The correct answer supports the principles of transparency, inspection, and adaptation, allowing for an informed decision-making process that involves the team who are most familiar with the work.

    Question 3

    Your team managed to complete all the items they forecasted for the Sprint in its entirety, but the stakeholders are unhappy with the increment. Which Scrum artifact should be adjusted to better manage the stakeholder's expectations?

    Correct Answer: Product Backlog

    The best way to manage stakeholder expectations is by adjusting the Product Backlog. This artifact holds the list of work the Development Team aims to accomplish, which can be prioritized and adjusted to meet stakeholder expectations more closely. The Definition of Done ensures that work meets a quality standard, but doesn't directly impact stakeholder expectations on product content. The Product Vision provides a long-term goal but doesn't offer the immediate adjustment tool for expectations. The Product Backlog Refinement process is a method to keep the Product Backlog up to date and in line with stakeholder needs, but it is the Backlog itself that should be adjusted to reflect work that will satisfy stakeholder expectations.

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