Agile Release Train (ART) Flashcards
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What is an Agile Release Train (ART) in SAFe?
Answer: A long-lived team of teams that delivers value on a regular cadence
An ART is a long-lived team of 5–12 Agile teams (50–125 people) that plans, commits, and delivers together on a PI cadence.
What is the typical size of an Agile Release Train?
Answer: 50–125 people
An ART typically consists of 50–125 people organized into 5–12 Agile teams, sized to maximize communication and coordination.
What is the primary output of an Agile Release Train?
Answer: A potentially shippable Program Increment
The ART delivers a potentially shippable Program Increment (PI) every 8–12 weeks, demonstrating working software or solution.
Which ceremony is unique to the ART level and occurs at the end of each PI?
Answer: Inspect and Adapt (I&A)
The Inspect and Adapt (I&A) workshop at the end of each PI is the ART's primary mechanism for continuous improvement.
What is the purpose of the ART Sync in SAFe?
Answer: Regular ART-level meeting to address cross-team dependencies and impediments
The ART Sync (or Scrum of Scrums) is a regular cadenced event where team representatives coordinate cross-team dependencies and remove blockers.
How does the ART use a 'Program Board' during PI Planning?
Answer: To visualize team PI objectives, cross-team dependencies, and milestones
The Program Board makes cross-team dependencies and commitments visible, helping the ART identify and manage risks during PI Planning.