Professional Scrum Master I (PSM I)Scrum Theory & PrinciplesMedium
A Scrum Master notices that the Developers are consistently waiting for external teams to provide critical information, leading to frequent delays in Sprint completion. This situation also causes re-work when assumptions made by the Developers are later proven incorrect. Which Scrum Value is most directly being undermined by this lack of timely information flow?
- AFocus
- BCommitment
- CRespect
- DOpenness
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. Openness
Openness is about the Scrum Team and its stakeholders being transparent about all the work and the challenges with performing the work. The lack of timely information and resulting rework indicates a breakdown in transparent communication, hindering the team's ability to openly address impediments.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Focus is about concentrating on the Sprint Goal, but the primary issue here is information sharing, not distraction.
- B. Commitment relates to dedicating oneself to the Sprint Goal, which is indirectly affected but not the root cause.
- C. Respect involves valuing others, which might be a symptom of poor communication but not the direct Scrum Value undermined.
Scrum Value: Openness
The Scrum Team and its stakeholders agree to be open about all the work and the challenges with performing the work.
- Fosters transparency and trust.
- Encourages sharing progress and impediments.
- Essential for effective inspection and adaptation.
Memory trick: Open communication builds trust and shines light on challenges.