Scaled Agile SAFe-SASM Exam - Topic 6 Question 12 Discussion

Actual exam question for Scaled Agile's SAFe-SASM exam

Question #: 12
Topic #: 6

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When creating an Improvement Roadmap, what is one source of guidance for improving a team's technical practices?

AThe Agile Program Management Office

BCommunities of Practice

CThe Lean Agile Center of Excellence

DThe Solution Architect

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Suggested Answer: B

Communities of Practice (CoPs): CoPs are groups of people who share a common interest in a particular domain or practice and come together to share knowledge, solve problems, and improve their skills.

Improvement Roadmap: When creating an Improvement Roadmap, CoPs provide valuable insights and guidance on best practices, emerging trends, and effective techniques for improving technical practices.

SAFe Scrum Master Reference:

SAFe recognizes CoPs as a vital resource for fostering continuous learning and improvement within organizations. They provide a platform for practitioners to exchange ideas and elevate their practices.

by Kindra at Sep 16, 2024, 09:59 AM

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Rodrigo

6 months ago

The Agile Program Management Office can provide great insights too!

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Junita

6 months ago

Really? I’m not convinced that’s the best source.

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Mindy

7 months ago

I thought the Lean Agile Center of Excellence was the go-to for this?

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Carman

7 months ago

Totally agree, they foster collaboration!

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Bettyann

7 months ago

Communities of Practice are super helpful for sharing knowledge!

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Lashon

7 months ago

I’m leaning towards the Solution Architect since they often have a big picture view, but I wonder if that’s too narrow of a focus for this question.

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Val

7 months ago

I practiced a similar question where the Agile Program Management Office was mentioned, but I don't recall if it specifically guides technical practices.

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Talia

8 months ago

I feel like the Lean Agile Center of Excellence might be the right choice since they focus on improving practices, but I could be mixing it up with something else.

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Precious

8 months ago

I think I remember that Communities of Practice can be really helpful for sharing knowledge, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the best answer here.

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Tarra

8 months ago

I feel confident that the answer is B. Communities of Practice are a great way for teams to learn from each other and improve their technical practices based on what's working well in other parts of the organization.

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Ming

8 months ago

The Solution Architect might be able to provide guidance on technical practices, but I think the Communities of Practice is the best answer here. That's where the teams can really collaborate and share their expertise.

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Salome

8 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know the Agile Program Management Office and Lean Agile Center of Excellence are involved in process improvement, but I'm not sure if they specifically guide technical practices.

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Clarence

8 months ago

I'm pretty sure the answer is B - Communities of Practice. That's where teams can share best practices and learn from each other.

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Howard

2 years ago

Improvement Roadmap? More like the 'I'd Rather Be Napping' Roadmap. But if I had to choose, I'd say Communities of Practice. They're the ones who can tell us what's really going on, without all the corporate jargon.

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Andra

2 years ago

Hold up, isn't the Solution Architect the one who's meant to be designing the solution, not improving the team's practices? I'll go with Communities of Practice - they're the ones who can really give us the inside scoop on what's working and what's not.

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Maynard

2 years ago

I agree, let's go with Communities of Practice for our Improvement Roadmap.

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Paul

2 years ago

They have the experience and knowledge to help us make the right improvements.

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Jaime

2 years ago

Communities of Practice are a great source of guidance for improving technical practices.

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My

2 years ago

I think you're right, the Solution Architect is more focused on designing the solution.

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Lashawna

2 years ago

I'm not sure, but I think C) The Lean Agile Center of Excellence could also be a good source of guidance for improving technical practices.

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Veronica

2 years ago

The Lean Agile Center of Excellence sounds impressive, but I bet they're more focused on PowerPoint slides than actual improvement. Give me a Solution Architect any day - they've got their hands dirty in the code.

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Annelle

2 years ago

Communities of Practice could also be a good source of guidance for improving technical practices.

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Lourdes

2 years ago

I think the Solution Architect would have more practical insights on improving technical practices.

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Adell

2 years ago

I agree, the Lean Agile Center of Excellence might be more about theory than practice.

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Romana

2 years ago

The Agile Program Management Office? Really? That's like asking the IT guy to plan your wedding. Clearly, Communities of Practice is the way to go. They're the ones who actually know what's happening on the ground.

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