During PI Planning, the Release Train Engineer (RTE) sees the team's excitement decline as Product
Management changes priorities, including the top ten Features in the ART Backlog. In addition,
Product Management is asking for new estimates, timelines, and scope changes. What is the likely
reason for this behavior?
Suggested Answer: D
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37 comments · newest first
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Novella
11 months ago
I disagree, I think it's just poor communication from management.
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Ben
11 months ago
Wait, are they really changing the top ten features? That's surprising!
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Shaun
11 months ago
I think it's more about lack of training, honestly.
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Ashleigh
11 months ago
Totally agree, cadence is key!
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Deonna
12 months ago
Sounds like a classic case of misalignment in priorities.
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Reed
12 months ago
I’m uncertain, but I think if management isn’t involved, it could lead to miscommunication. So, option C might be relevant here.
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Ezekiel
12 months ago
I feel like the lack of training could definitely lead to confusion during PI Planning, so maybe option D is worth considering too.
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Sabine
1 year ago
This situation seems similar to a practice question we did about alignment issues. I think option B could be the right choice.
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Reuben
1 year ago
I remember we discussed how changing priorities can really affect team morale, but I'm not sure which option fits best here.
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Theresia
1 year ago
Based on the information provided, I would say the answer is C. The management stakeholders don't seem to be properly involved in the changes to the system, which is likely causing the issues described. I feel good about this choice.
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Lonna
1 year ago
I'm a bit confused by this question. There are a few potential reasons listed, and I'm not sure which one is the "likely reason." I'll have to think this through carefully and review the key details before selecting an answer.
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Jame
1 year ago
Okay, I think I've got this. The answer is B - the cadence and synchronization are not in alignment. That would explain the team's declining excitement and the constant changes from Product Management. I'm confident in this one.
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Shawnta
1 year ago
Hmm, this is a tricky one. I'm not entirely sure what the "likely reason" is, but I'm leaning towards either B or D. The misalignment in cadence and synchronization or lack of preparation could definitely contribute to the issues described.
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Catina
1 year ago
This question seems straightforward, but I want to make sure I understand the context correctly. The key seems to be the declining team excitement and the changes in priorities and scope from Product Management.
CA
Carylon
1 year ago
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Lindsey
1 year ago
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Lucille
1 year ago
Hmm, this seems straightforward. I think I'll go with option C and mark the class as public.
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Elden
1 year ago
I bet the Release Train Engineer is feeling like a circus ringmaster right about now, trying to keep all these spinning plates in the air! Good luck, my friend.
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Tamra
1 year ago
C) Management stakeholders are not involved in changing the system
DO
Dolores
1 year ago
B) Cadence and synchronization are not in alignment
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Felicidad
1 year ago
A) People are over-controlled and under-utilized
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Ryan
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm leaning towards D. Sounds like the team wasn't properly prepared for the PI Planning process. They need more training to handle these kinds of curveballs.
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Refugia
1 year ago
C) Management stakeholders are not involved in changing the system
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Fabiola
1 year ago
B) Cadence and synchronization are not in alignment
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Nu
1 year ago
A) People are over-controlled and under-utilized
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Eura
1 year ago
I don't know, the question seems a bit vague. Could it be that the management stakeholders aren't involved enough in the process? Maybe they need to be more hands-on.
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Hassie
2 years ago
Definitely B - the lack of cadence and synchronization between Product Management and the team is the root cause here. PI Planning is supposed to align everyone, not create chaos.
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Fatima
1 year ago
B) Cadence and synchronization are not in alignment
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Felix
1 year ago
A) People are over-controlled and under-utilized
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Genevieve
2 years ago
Oh man, this is classic scope creep! Product Management needs to get their act together and stick to the plan. If they keep changing priorities, the team is gonna burn out.
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Maybelle
1 year ago
Oh man, this is classic scope creep! Product Management needs to get their act together and stick to the plan. If they keep changing priorities, the team is gonna burn out.
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Glenn
1 year ago
C) Management stakeholders are not involved in changing the system
YO
Yolande
1 year ago
B) Cadence and synchronization are not in alignment
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Kanisha
1 year ago
A) People are over-controlled and under-utilized
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Janna
2 years ago
I believe option D) Lack of training and preparation for PI Planning could also be a contributing factor. Without proper training, teams may struggle to adapt to changes in priorities.
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Vicki
2 years ago
I agree with Madonna. When there is a lack of alignment in cadence and synchronization, it can lead to confusion and changes in priorities.
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Madonna
2 years ago
I think the likely reason for this behavior is B) Cadence and synchronization are not in alignment.