Scaled Agile Exam SAFe-SASM Topic 3 Question 24 Discussion

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Question #: 24
Topic #: 3

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What goes into the Portfolio Backlog?

AStrategic Themes

BProjects

CCapabilities

DEpics

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Suggested Answer: D

The Portfolio Backlog in SAFe contains the larger initiatives, known as Epics. Epics are substantial pieces of work that require analysis, investment, and development effort over multiple Program Increments (PIs). They represent significant business or technical needs that drive the long-term strategy of the organization. These Epics are prioritized and managed in the Portfolio Backlog, where they can be decomposed into smaller, actionable items as they progress through the development process.

by Dottie at Jun 15, 2025, 04:41 PM

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Gracia

6 days ago

The portfolio backlog? I thought that was just a fancy name for the CEO's personal wish list!

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Emelda

7 days ago

The portfolio backlog? Isn't that where we keep all the receipts for the executive team's lavish business trips?

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Eloisa

8 days ago

A) Strategic Themes, definitely. The portfolio backlog is where we keep track of the big-picture initiatives that drive our business forward.

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Johnna

13 days ago

B) Projects, of course! The portfolio backlog is where we plan and manage all the projects in our organization.

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Micaela

14 days ago

D) Epics sounds right to me. The portfolio backlog is where we capture the big user stories that span multiple projects.

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Ozell

1 months ago

I agree with both of you. The Portfolio Backlog can include Epics as well.

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Desmond

1 months ago

I believe it also includes Projects and Capabilities.

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Valentin

1 months ago

I think the Portfolio Backlog includes Strategic Themes.

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Scarlet

2 months ago

I think the answer is C) Capabilities. The portfolio backlog should contain the high-level organizational capabilities needed to achieve strategic goals.

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Roselle

1 months ago

You're both partially correct. The portfolio backlog can include all of these options - A) Strategic Themes, B) Projects, C) Capabilities, and D) Epics.

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Daniel

1 months ago

Actually, I think it's A) Strategic Themes. Strategic themes help align the portfolio backlog with the overall strategic direction of the organization.

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Corrinne

2 months ago

I believe the answer is D) Epics. Epics are large bodies of work that can be broken down into smaller tasks or stories.

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