Inspect and Adapt Flashcards

What quantitative metrics should be reviewed during the I&A measurement review?

Answer: PI Predictability, flow metrics, and quality metrics such as defect trends

The measurement review covers PI Predictability, flow metrics (velocity, time, load, distribution), and quality metrics to give the ART a data-driven view of performance.

What is the purpose of the fishbone diagram in the I&A workshop?

Answer: To identify root causes of a problem by categorizing contributing factors

The fishbone (Ishikawa) diagram helps teams identify and categorize root causes of a problem, preventing superficial solutions that only address symptoms.

What should happen to improvement items identified in I&A?

Answer: They should be added to the ART backlog and prioritized for inclusion in the next PI

Improvement items from I&A should be added to the ART backlog and prioritized so they are included in the next PI Planning and executed during the upcoming PI.

How does the RTE ensure I&A improvements are actually implemented?

Answer: By tracking improvement backlog items through the normal ART backlog and reviewing progress at PI end

The RTE ensures follow-through by tracking improvement items in the ART backlog, reviewing their status during ART Syncs, and confirming completion at PI end.

What role does the Business Owner play in the I&A PI System Demo?

Answer: Writing new user stories for the next PI

During the I&A PI System Demo, Business Owners score actual vs. planned business value for each Team PI Objective, providing a key input to the PI Predictability Measure.

What is the Five Whys technique used for in I&A?

Answer: To iteratively ask 'why' to drill down to the root cause of a problem

The Five Whys technique involves asking 'why' repeatedly (typically five times) to move past surface-level symptoms and identify the true root cause of a problem.