SAFe SPC Context
This article explores a real-world SPC exam scenario and reinforces core responsibilities.
Exam Question
What are specific and quantifiable business performance measures for the value streams in a portfolio?
(choose the best answer)
A. Lean budgets
B. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
C. Objectives and Key Results (OKRs)
D. Flow metrics
Correct Answer
B. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Explanation
Correct Answer
B. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
This response aligns with SPC principles and SAFe guidance for this situation.
Incorrect Answers
A. Lean budgets:
This option misrepresents the responsibilities or mindset of an SPC.
C. Objectives and Key Results (OKRs):
This option misrepresents the responsibilities or mindset of an SPC.
D. Flow metrics:
This option misrepresents the responsibilities or mindset of an SPC.
Agile Leadership Insights
- Enablement: SPCs equip teams and leaders with Lean-Agile knowledge.
- Transformation: They actively guide SAFe implementations across the enterprise.
- Scaling Practices: SPCs ensure consistent flow and alignment at all levels.
Relevance to the SPC Exam
This question format mirrors the actual SPC exam. Understanding the SPC’s role and decision-making logic is essential for passing and for leading transformations.
Key Takeaways
- SPCs guide enterprise-wide Lean-Agile adoption.
- SAFe encourages systemic thinking and long-term enablement.
- Traditional, rigid planning approaches are not effective in SAFe.
Conclusion
SPCs play a critical role in embedding Agile practices across an organization. For focused practice, visit our SPC Exam Prep.
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