Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)Scrum FrameworkMedium
A Scrum Master observes that the Developers are spending too much time debating technical solutions during the Daily Scrum, often exceeding the 15-minute time-box. This causes frustration and delays. What is the most appropriate advice the Scrum Master should give?
- AEncourage them to continue the discussion until a solution is found, as technical details are important.
- BRemind them that the Daily Scrum is for inspecting progress and adapting the Sprint Backlog, not for detailed problem-solving.
- CPropose extending the Daily Scrum time-box to 30 minutes to accommodate discussions.
- DSuggest inviting the Product Owner to help resolve technical debates during the Daily Scrum.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. Remind them that the Daily Scrum is for inspecting progress and adapting the Sprint Backlog, not for detailed problem-solving.
The Daily Scrum is a 15-minute event for the Developers to inspect progress toward the Sprint Goal and adapt the Sprint Backlog. Detailed discussions or problem-solving should be moved to a separate meeting immediately after the Daily Scrum, involving only those who need to participate.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. This would violate the time-box and purpose of the Daily Scrum, leading to further inefficiency.
- C. Extending the time-box would violate the Scrum Guide's time-box and still not address the underlying issue of using the event for detailed problem-solving.
- D. The Product Owner is not typically involved in the 'how' of technical solutions, and this would further divert the Daily Scrum from its purpose.
Daily Scrum Purpose
The Daily Scrum is a 15-minute event for Developers to inspect progress toward the Sprint Goal and adapt the Sprint Backlog, focusing on the next 24 hours. It is not for detailed problem-solving.
- 15-minute time-box.
- For Developers.
- Inspects progress, adapts Sprint Backlog.
Memory trick: The Daily Scrum is a quick huddle to check the map, not to redesign the car.