Foundations Chapter 5

Question 1

Instrumental Success Factors (5)

Embrace
EfSDT
BE AOng
ItD, IT, ID
T

Answer 1

1) Embracing the DSDM Approach
2) Effective SDT
3) Business Engagement - Active and Ongoing
4) Iterative Development, Integrated Testing, Incremental Delivery
5) Transparency

Question 2

Business Engagement - Active and Ongoing

3 components

Answer 2

1) Commitment of business time throughout
2) Active Involvement of the business roles
3) A supportive commercial relationship

Question 3

Iterative Development, Integrated Testing and

Incremental Delivery

Answer 3

1) Each Timebox should ideally deliver a complete, potentially deployable increment of the
solution,
2) Ensuring testing is fully integrated into the iterative
3) benefit from early return on investment
4) Demonstrations of the Evolving Solution at the end of each Timebox provide physical. objective and unquestionable proof of progress Team Boards and Daily Stand-ups

Question 4

PAQ

Answer 4

The Project Approach Questionnaire

Question 5

The Project Approach Questionnaire

What; when

Answer 5

Simple check list to access if Instrumental Success Factors will be met
First used during the feasibility phase

Question 6

Summary

Answer 6

Understanding and assessing the factors that are instrumental for success in the early phases of a OSOM project
can help significantly in addressing and mitigating potential risks to the success of the project. Having a common
understanding of what needs to be in place is a good starting point for any project and working towards achieving
the best starting position for a OSOM project increases the likelihood of a successful project.