Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)Scrum Theory & PrinciplesMedium
A Scrum Team has been consistently delivering 'Done' Increments, but the Product Owner frequently expresses dissatisfaction with the order of items delivered, stating that critical functionality is often delayed. During the Sprint Review, stakeholders also voice concerns about the perceived lack of business value in recent Increments. What Scrum Value is most likely being undermined in this scenario?
- AFocus
- BCommitment
- CCourage
- DRespect
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Focus
The Product Owner's dissatisfaction with the order of delivered items and stakeholders' concerns about lacking business value suggest that the team's efforts are not aligned with the highest value priorities. This indicates a problem with Focus, as the team might be distracted by other tasks or not prioritizing effectively.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Commitment is about dedicating oneself to the Sprint Goal, but the problem is more about what they are focusing that commitment on.
- C. Courage relates to acting despite fear or difficulty, which isn't the primary issue here.
- D. Respect is about treating people as capable individuals, which isn't the core problem described.
Scrum Value: Focus
Focus means everyone focuses on the work of the Sprint and the Sprint Goal, ensuring the team is working on the most valuable items.
- Helps align team efforts with priorities.
- Prevents distractions and context switching.
- Essential for delivering high-value increments.
Memory trick: CRFOO: Committed, Respectful, Focused, Open, Courageous