CompTIA Project+ (PK0-005)Project Management ConceptsMedium
A project manager is leading a team using the Scrum framework. During the Sprint Review, stakeholders express concerns that the delivered increment does not fully meet their expectations for an upcoming marketing campaign. What is the MOST appropriate next action for the Scrum Master?
- ADocument the feedback and ensure the Product Owner incorporates it into the Product Backlog.
- BInform the stakeholders that changes cannot be made until the next project.
- CDirect the development team to immediately implement the requested changes.
- DRe-evaluate the Sprint Goal for the current sprint and extend its duration.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Document the feedback and ensure the Product Owner incorporates it into the Product Backlog.
In Scrum, stakeholder feedback from the Sprint Review is crucial input for the Product Owner to refine and reprioritize the Product Backlog for future sprints, ensuring the product evolves to meet needs.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. This contradicts the agile principle of continuous adaptation and customer collaboration.
- C. Changes are managed through the Product Backlog and planned for future sprints, not immediately implemented during a review.
- D. The Sprint Goal is fixed for the current sprint; extending its duration or changing the goal mid-sprint is against Scrum principles.
Scrum Sprint Review
A formal event in Scrum where the Scrum Team and stakeholders inspect the Increment and adapt the Product Backlog if needed. It is a key inspect and adapt opportunity.
- Held at the end of a Sprint.
- Team demonstrates completed work (Increment).
- Stakeholders provide feedback and collaborate on future direction.
Memory trick: Review feedback, Refine backlog, Repeat.