Delivering a Valuable and Useful Increment with Multiple Scrum Teams
In a large-scale Scrum environment with multiple teams, it is crucial to ensure that the work of all teams is integrated into a single, valuable, and useful Increment by the end of each Sprint. The Nexus framework, designed for scaling Scrum, provides guidelines for this integration process.
Exam Question
How should multiple Scrum Teams deliver a valuable and useful Increment in a Sprint?
(choose the best answer)
A. Functionality not integrated with the work of other Scrum Teams may be delivered as unintegrated Increments to demonstrate the value created by the Scrum Teams unable to completely integrate their Increments.
B. Each Scrum Team provides a unique done Increment that includes the team’s added functionality.
C. Each Sprint, all Scrum Teams complete work that integrates with all of the other work from other Scrum Teams on the initiative.
D. Each Scrum Team delivers done Increments of its own area of responsibility. These Increments are integrated into a whole product during stabilization prior to release.
Correct Answer
C. Each Sprint, all Scrum Teams complete work that integrates with all of the other work from other Scrum Teams on the initiative.
Explanation
Correct Answer
C. Each Sprint, all Scrum Teams complete work that integrates with all of the other work from other Scrum Teams on the initiative:
The Nexus framework emphasizes the need for multiple Scrum Teams to work together to create an Integrated Increment every Sprint. Each team must ensure their work is compatible with and integrated into the work of other teams. This approach guarantees that the product Increment is valuable and usable, and it maintains the integrity and quality of the product.
Why the Other Options Are Less Effective
A. Functionality not integrated with the work of other Scrum Teams may be delivered as unintegrated Increments to demonstrate the value created by the Scrum Teams unable to completely integrate their Increments:
Delivering unintegrated Increments defeats the purpose of Scrum, which is to produce a potentially shippable product Increment at the end of each Sprint. Unintegrated work cannot be effectively inspected and adapted.
B. Each Scrum Team provides a unique done Increment that includes the team’s added functionality:
While each team’s work should be done, it must also be integrated with the work of other teams to form a cohesive Increment. Separate Increments do not provide a complete picture of the product’s progress and usability.
D. Each Scrum Team delivers done Increments of its own area of responsibility. These Increments are integrated into a whole product during stabilization prior to release:
This approach introduces a phase of stabilization, which is against the principles of Scrum. Scrum aims for continuous integration and delivery, avoiding phases that delay feedback and adaptation.
Benefits of Integrated Increments
- Consistency: Ensures that the product remains cohesive and functional at all times.
- Continuous Feedback: Enables regular feedback from stakeholders on the entire product, not just parts of it.
- Reduced Risk: Continuous integration reduces the risk of integration issues accumulating over time.
Relevance to the SPS Exam
Understanding how multiple Scrum Teams should integrate their work is critical for the SPS exam. This knowledge demonstrates an ability to apply scaled Scrum practices to ensure that a cohesive, valuable product is delivered at the end of each Sprint.
Key Takeaways
- All Scrum Teams must work towards creating an Integrated Increment each Sprint.
- Unintegrated work or separate Increments do not align with Scrum principles.
- Continuous integration and delivery help maintain product quality and provide continuous feedback.
Conclusion
In a Nexus framework, it is essential for multiple Scrum Teams to integrate their work into a single, valuable Increment every Sprint. This approach ensures that the product is always in a potentially shippable state and that continuous feedback and adaptation can occur. For more information on preparing for the SPS exam, visit our Scaled Professional Scrum SPS™ Exam Prep.
