Agile Project Management - How to Remove Impediments

The video discusses the nature of impediments in work processes, distinguishing between predictable and unpredictable ones. It highlights the role of a Scrum Master in managing these impediments, suggesting strategies like adding buffer time and prioritizing issues by their impact on the team. The goal is to ensure the team can continue working efficiently and reach their objectives.

What is an example of a predictable impediment?

• A new product launch

• A sudden server crash

• A team member's unexpected absence

• A routine meeting

How can a Scrum Master assist the team in dealing with impediments?

• By ignoring minor issues

• By adding more tasks to the Sprint

• By removing unimportant meetings

• By focusing only on predictable impediments

What is one strategy a Scrum Master might use to prevent impediments?

• Add buffer time to the Sprint

• Focus on individual tasks

• Reduce the number of Sprints

• Increase the number of team members

What should be the first step in managing impediments according to the Scrum Master?

• Resolve issues as slowly as possible

• Prioritize issues by their impact

• Ignore minor impediments

• Focus on long-term absenteeism

Why is it important to resolve impediments quickly?

• To increase the number of tasks in the Sprint

• To focus on individual performance

• To ensure the team can continue working towards their goals

• To allow more time for meetings