Exam PMI-ACP topic 1 question 33 discussion

B is the right answer. The goal of Value Stream Map is to optimize the flow of information or materials required to complete a process, thereby reducing the time it takes to create value and eliminating wasteful or unnecessary work. In value stream mapping, we create a visual map of a process flow, so that we can identify where delays, waste, and constraints are occurring. Once we identify the areas that could be improved in the process, we can then look for ways to remove those problems and make the process more efficient

Customer is not looking for any "improvements" do "B" is incorrect. While I agree that a customer shouldn't wait until the next retrospective, given the options in hand "A" is the best of the lot.

A. Iteration retrospective: While retrospectives are valuable for continuous improvement, they address past iterations and might not be immediate enough for addressing current efficiency concerns. C. User story value: Reviewing user story value is important for backlog prioritization but doesn't directly tackle the efficiency of the broader process. D. Sprint review: Discussing solution performance at the sprint review is valuable, but it focuses on overall functionality and might not delve deep enough into specific process efficiencies.

When the customer needs assistance in determining the efficiency of a set of process activities within the solution, the Agile team should review the process value stream. This involves analyzing the end-to-end workflow of the process activities, identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvements.

Vote B

Value-stream mapping aka information-flow mapping, definitely B.

A = retro is intended for the team, customer is not included B = why improvements? Who asked for? C = PO is one who prioritizes the backlog, not the team D = sprint review is meeting where the team and stakeholders are discussing regarding the delivered increment. D = correct (in my opinion)

I believe A is correct. The question is about understanding how some processes are helpful. Only understanding, the customer is not asking you to improve the process, but rather explain it to him how the process is helping or contributing towards the success of the team. In simple words, he/she is requesting analysis. Only after the analysis it will be figured out if the process needs improvement or not and so on.

efficency = potential improvement

B sure

Here the customer is not seeking improvement : customer needs assistance in determining the efficiency In that case why apply VSM? He ONLY needs assistance in "determining efficiency" Should it not be D?