What is the correct statement about Work in Process (WIP)?
Suggested Answer: C
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Lowering WIP limits reduces multitasking, exposes bottlenecks, and encourages team members to collaborate to finish work before starting new work. This is a core Lean and SAFe principle to increase flow and throughput.
A is incorrect; excessive WIP delays feedback. B is incorrect; WIP is highly related to utilization and flow.
SAFe 6.0 Website: Team Kanban
SPC 6.0 Guide: ''Lowering WIP limits increases collaboration and speeds up flow.''
12 comments · newest first
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Shelia
2 months ago
But what about A? More WIP means more feedback, right?
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Laurel
2 months ago
I agree, Alex. It reduces bottlenecks too.
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Olive
2 months ago
I think C is the best choice. Lower WIP really helps teams work together.
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Idella
2 months ago
I've seen lower WIP lead to faster delivery times. So, C makes sense!
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Avery
3 months ago
Wait, are we sure about C? I thought more WIP could help with collaboration too.
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Carol
3 months ago
B seems off to me. WIP definitely affects how much we can utilize resources.
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Eun
3 months ago
A is misleading. More WIP doesn't always mean better feedback.
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Bulah
3 months ago
I think C is spot on! Lower WIP really does help teams work together.
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Hyun
3 months ago
I think there was a practice question about WIP limits fostering collaboration, but I can't remember the details clearly.
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Tamra
3 months ago
I vaguely remember that lower WIP can help teams work together better, so maybe option C is the right choice?
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Glen
4 months ago
I feel like we discussed how WIP can impact utilization, but I can't recall if it's directly related or not.
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Chaya
4 months ago
I think I remember something about WIP and feedback, but I'm not sure if bigger WIP really means richer feedback.