GAQM Exam CASPO-001 Topic 3 Question 6 Discussion

Sprint length in Scrum is a critical decision that impacts the team's ability to deliver value and adapt. The Scrum Guide states that Sprints are fixed in length (typically one month or less) to create consistency and enable regular inspection and adaptation. While it doesn't explicitly list factors, practical application and Scrum principles suggest:

A (The ability to go to market with a product release): Shorter Sprints allow faster feedback and releases, aligning with Scrum's focus on delivering value frequently.

D (The level of uncertainty over the technology to be used): High uncertainty may warrant shorter Sprints to mitigate risk and validate assumptions, a key aspect of empirical process control.

E (The risk of being disconnected from the stakeholders): Shorter Sprints ensure frequent stakeholder engagement (e.g., via Sprint Reviews), reducing this risk.

Option B is incorrect because Scrum does not require uniform Sprint lengths across an organization---each team can choose what works best. Option C is irrelevant, as team formation changes are not tied to Sprint length in Scrum. Thus, A, D, and E are the best factors.