Chapter Quizzes Flashcards
What are some problems that come up with the balanced matrix org structure?
Issues with getting resources because there’s equal authority it’s hard to get the resources needed without the control things like budget.
Hybrid teams usually have what type of members?
Full time members being pulled with specific purpose to work on the project outside of their main functional roles.
What level of authority does a PM have in a balanced matrix org?
Low to moderate
What are the benefits of adapting a lifecycle approach to run a project?
It helps to ensure a smooth control and successful completion of the project.
What is project governance?
It’s the management framework within which project decisions are made.
When are project team members identified and acquired?
PM is in initiating
Team in executing
When do you develop a schedule?
During the planning phase
When all the work is completed what is next to report on as remaining work to be done?
The next thing is lessons learned to move onto the next step
What 3 things does a change request consist of?
Corrective actions, preventative actions, and defect repairs
When can stakeholders request changes during the agile project?
At any point throughout the project 
What is the concept of inverting the triangle?
To have a fixed time and cost while having a variable scope
When conducting an agile project, what is the primary method by which customers will measure the progress?
The agile guiding principle number seven states working software is the primary measure of progress
 What is the best method of communication during the agile project?
Always inform the team about information in person
What is pair programming in XP practice?
The concept of programming is when developers work in pairs to write, and provide real time reviews of the code, as it’s been written 
One of the core principles of agile is to differ decisions. What does that mean?
To hold off making decisions about potential changes or features until the very last minute
Who is in charge of managing the work during the iteration?
Agile project teams are self organizing, and self directing and manage their own work throughout the sprint
What is the agile project managers role?
To be a servant leader that provides the environment and the support the team needs to succeed
The agile manifesto values working software over?
Comprehensive documentation
How many values are in the agile manifesto?
4
How many principles are in the agile manifesto?
12
Who should determine the work that should be placed in the iteration backlog?
Iteration backlogs are managed by the team versus product backlogs are managed by product owners.
While a sprint is currently being done, what changes should not be allowed?
During an iteration changes of team members should not be allowed as that will change the velocity of the team
What three things make up a successful daily standup meeting
Is a time box event limited to 15 minutes and should be held at the same time and place every day.
What is the characteristic of a high-performing agile team?
a team of generalizing specialists to help reduce bottlenecks by sharing the workload and knowledge
