You organization decided to thoroughly implement the SAFe Principle "Assume variability; preserve options." What is the optimum path for success?
Suggested Answer: D
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37 comments · newest first
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Alesia
11 months ago
Wait, preserving options sounds great, but can we really pull it off?
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Rikki
11 months ago
Option A seems risky, but could work if managed well.
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Jacqueline
11 months ago
Not so sure about that, fixed solutions can help too.
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Sage
11 months ago
Totally agree, flexibility is key!
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Micah
12 months ago
I think option D makes the most sense for flexibility.
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Fletcher
12 months ago
I vaguely remember a similar question where we talked about balancing scope and context, but I can't decide between B and C.
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Hassie
12 months ago
I feel like option A might be too focused on release dates, but I can't recall if that's the best approach for variability.
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Penney
1 year ago
I think option D sounds right because it emphasizes flexibility in both functionality and design, which aligns with what we practiced.
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Christoper
1 year ago
I remember discussing how preserving options is crucial, but I'm not sure if it means we should fix the solution intent.
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Ellen
1 year ago
I'm pretty confident that option D is the right answer here. Preserving flexibility in both areas is the best way to implement the "Assume variability; preserve options" principle.
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Isidra
1 year ago
Okay, I think I've got it. The key is to preserve flexibility in both the system functionality and design, so I'm going with option D.
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Leah
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a bit confused by the wording of the question. Let me re-read it a few times to make sure I understand what they're asking.
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Vincenza
1 year ago
This is a tricky one. I'll need to think through the SAFe principles carefully to figure out the best approach.
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Lorean
1 year ago
This is a good test of our understanding of SAFe. I'll make sure to review the principles before the exam to be prepared for questions like this.
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Chau
1 year ago
Ah yes, I remember now. Containers are all about packaging and deploying applications consistently across different environments. And they're more resource-efficient than VMs. Those are the two key problems they solve.
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Vilma
1 year ago
Hey, I heard that 'assuming variability' is like assuming your coworker will forget to refill the coffee pot. Might as well just make your own brew, right?
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Rosalind
1 year ago
C) Assume variability of scope, but have fixed Solution Context.
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Alisha
1 year ago
B) Preserve flexibility in system functionality and design, but have fixed Solution intent.
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Reena
1 year ago
C) Assume variability of scope, but have fixed Solution Context.
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Ernie
1 year ago
B) Preserve flexibility in system functionality and design, but have fixed Solution intent.
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Anastacia
1 year ago
A) Assume variability of scope and preserve options for the release date.
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Sang
1 year ago
A) Assume variability of scope and preserve options for the release date.
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Alva
1 year ago
I'm going with D. Gotta keep those options open, baby! Variety is the spice of life, am I right?
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Emmanuel
1 year ago
Option C looks good to me. Assuming variability of scope while having a fixed solution context seems like a balanced approach.
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Anabel
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm torn between B and D. Preserving flexibility in the system functionality and design seems ideal, but I don't want to completely ignore the solution intent either.
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Martin
1 year ago
Let's go with D then. It's important to preserve flexibility in both system functionality and design.
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Rachael
1 year ago
I agree with you, D seems like the best option for success.
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Lorrine
1 year ago
I see your point, but I believe D is the better choice. Flexibility in both functionality and design is crucial.
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Sherill
1 year ago
I think B is the way to go. It's important to have a fixed Solution intent.
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Stephaine
2 years ago
I see both points, but I think preserving flexibility in system functionality and design, but having fixed Solution intent (B) strikes a good balance.
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Shayne
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe it's better to preserve flexibility in both system functionality and design (D).
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Catina
2 years ago
I think option D is the way to go. Preserving flexibility in both system functionality and design aligns perfectly with the SAFe principle of 'Assume variability; preserve options'.
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Mozell
1 year ago
That makes sense, it's all about finding the right balance between flexibility and stability.
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Gracia
1 year ago
I see your point, but having flexibility in both functionality and design can lead to better outcomes in the long run.
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Salley
1 year ago
But wouldn't it be better to have a fixed Solution Context to provide some stability?
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Pura
1 year ago
I agree, option D allows for adaptability while still having a clear solution intent.
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Daniela
2 years ago
I think the best path is to assume variability of scope and preserve options for the release date (A).