Facilitating Effective PI Planning
This article focuses on how SPCs enable cross-team alignment and collaboration during PI Planning — a cornerstone of ART success in SAFe.
Exam Question
Which activity occurs during the management review and problem-solving meeting at the end of the first day of PI Planning?
(choose the best answer)
A. Negotiating scope changes
B. ROAMing risks
C. Assigning business value to the teams’ draft PI Objectives
D. Taking a confidence vote on the draft plans
Correct Answer
A. Negotiating scope changes
Explanation
Correct Answer
A. Negotiating scope changes:
Incorrect Answers
B. ROAMing risks:
This option does not directly relate to the concept emphasized in this SAFe principle.
C. Assigning business value to the teams’ draft PI Objectives:
This option does not directly relate to the concept emphasized in this SAFe principle.
D. Taking a confidence vote on the draft plans:
This option does not directly relate to the concept emphasized in this SAFe principle.
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
Understanding this concept is critical for mastering SAFe roles and passing the SPC exam. For structured practice, visit our SPC Exam Prep.
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