ART Execution Flashcards

What is the Agile Release Train (ART) in SAFe?

Answer: A long-lived, self-organizing team of Agile teams that plans, commits, and executes together

The ART is a long-lived, self-organizing team of Agile teams that plans, commits, and executes together using a common mission, vision, and cadence.

What is the primary role of the RTE during ART execution?

Answer: Serving as a servant leader and coach to the ART, facilitating flow and removing impediments

During execution the RTE serves as a servant leader, facilitating program-level ceremonies, removing impediments, and coaching teams to improve flow.

What is the purpose of the ART Sync (SoS meeting)?

Answer: To coordinate cross-team dependencies and surface impediments at the program level

The ART Sync (Scrum of Scrums or PO Sync) coordinates cross-team dependencies, surfaces impediments, and keeps the ART aligned during execution.

What does 'flow' mean in the context of ART execution?

Answer: The smooth, predictable delivery of value through the system with minimal delays and waste

Flow refers to the smooth, predictable movement of value through the development system with minimal batch sizes, wait times, and rework.

What is a System Demo in SAFe?

Answer: An end-of-iteration demonstration of integrated working software from all teams in the ART

The System Demo is an end-of-iteration event where all ART teams demonstrate integrated, working software to stakeholders and Business Owners.

How does the RTE identify and address impediments during ART execution?

Answer: By maintaining a program-level impediment backlog and actively working to remove blockers

The RTE maintains a program-level impediment backlog, works with Scrum Masters and leadership to remove blockers, and escalates when needed.