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PI Planning and Events Flashcards

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  1. What is the primary purpose of PI Planning in SAFe?

    Answer: To align all ART teams to a shared mission, identify dependencies, and commit to PI Objectives

    PI Planning is a face-to-face or virtual event that aligns all teams on the ART to shared goals, surfaces dependencies, and produces committed PI Objectives.

  2. How long does a typical PI Planning event last?

    Answer: Two days

    PI Planning is typically a two-day event (or equivalent virtual sessions) where all ART teams collaboratively plan the next Program Increment.

  3. What inputs are required BEFORE PI Planning begins?

    Answer: Product/Solution Vision, Architecture Vision, and top Features in the Program Backlog

    Successful PI Planning requires pre-work: the Vision, Architecture Vision, and a prioritized Program Backlog with top Features to plan against.

  4. During PI Planning, what is the purpose of 'draft plan review'?

    Answer: Teams present draft PI plans including risks and impediments to the ART for feedback

    In the draft plan review, teams present their initial PI plans, surface risks and impediments, and receive feedback from management and other teams.

  5. What is a 'Management Review and Problem Solving' session during PI Planning?

    Answer: A working session where management adjusts scope, resources, or constraints in response to team concerns

    Management uses this session to resolve systemic issues raised by teams — adjusting scope, removing constraints, or providing resources — so teams can finalize their plans.

  6. At the end of PI Planning, teams vote on confidence in the PI plan using a 'Fist of Five.' What does a vote of 3 mean?

    Answer: I have some concerns but will support the plan

    A vote of 3 in Fist of Five means 'I have some reservations but will support the plan and work to make it succeed.'