Empirical Processes

Question 1

Empirical Process Control

Answer 1

In Scrum, decisions are made based on observation and experimentation rather than on detailed upfront planning. Empirical process control relies on the three main ideas of transparency, inspection, and adaptation.

Question 2

Step 1 Transparency

Answer 2

Transparency allows all facets of any Scrum process to be observed by anyone. This promotes an easy and transparent flow of information throughout the organization and creates an open work culture.

Question 3

Step 1 Transparency/Artifacts

Answer 3

Project Vision Statement
Prioritized Product Backlog
Release Planning Schedule

Question 4

Step 1 Transparency/Meetings

Answer 4

Sprint Review Meetings

Daily Standup Meetings

Question 5

Step 1 Transparency/Information Radiators

Answer 5

Burndown Chart

Scrumboard

Question 6

Step 2 Inspection

Answer 6

Use of a common Scrumboard and other information radiators

Collection of feedback from the customer and other stakeholders during the Develop Epic(s), Create Prioritized Product Backlog , and Conduct Release Planning processes.

Inspection and approval of the Deliverables by the Product Owner and the customer in the Demonstrate and Validate Sprint process.

Question 7

Step 3 Adaptation

Answer 7

Adaptation happens as the Scrum Core Team and Stakeholders learn through transparency and inspection and then adapt by making improvements in the work they are doing.

Question 8

Step 3 Adaptation/

Answer 8

Daily Standup Meetings

Question 9

Step 3 Adaptation/

Answer 9

Constant Risk Identification

Question 10

Step 3 Adaptation/

Answer 10

Change Requests

Question 11

Step 3 Adaptation/

Answer 11

Scrum Guidance Body

Question 12

Step 3 Adaptation/

Answer 12

Retrospect Sprint Meeting

Question 13

Step 3 Adaptation/

Answer 13

Retrospect Project Meeting