CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005)Project Management ConceptsMedium
A project manager is defining the roles and responsibilities for a new software development project using the Scrum framework. The project involves a cross-functional team that will deliver incremental product features. Who is primarily responsible for ensuring the team adheres to Scrum values and practices, and for removing impediments that hinder the team's progress?
- AProduct Owner
- BDevelopment Team
- CProject Sponsor
- DScrum Master
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Correct answer: D. Scrum Master
The Scrum Master is a servant-leader who coaches the Development Team, Product Owner, and organization in Scrum practices and removes impediments to the team's progress, ensuring adherence to Scrum values.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. The Product Owner is responsible for maximizing the value of the product and managing the Product Backlog.
- B. The Development Team is responsible for delivering a 'Done' increment each Sprint, not for enforcing Scrum or removing impediments for the entire team.
- C. The Project Sponsor provides resources and support but is not directly involved in the day-to-day Scrum process or impediment removal.
Scrum Master Role
A servant-leader in a Scrum team who is responsible for promoting and supporting Scrum, coaching the team, and removing impediments.
- Facilitates Scrum events and processes.
- Protects the Development Team from external interference.
- Ensures the team adheres to Scrum values and practices.
Memory trick: Scrum needs a Product Owner, a Scrum Master, and a Dev Team.