Answering: “Which legacy practice slows the move to Lean Portfolio Management?”

Implementing Lean Portfolio Management

This article discusses the role of SPCs in helping enterprises adopt Lean Portfolio Management to align strategy and execution.

Exam Question

Which legacy practice slows the move to Lean Portfolio Management?
(choose the best answer)
A. Objective milestones
B. Bringing the work to the people
C. Centralized work intake
D. Demand management

Correct Answer

C. Centralized work intake

Explanation

Correct Answer

C. Centralized work intake:
This response aligns with SPC principles and SAFe guidance for this situation.

Incorrect Answers

A. Objective milestones:
This option does not directly relate to the concept emphasized in this SAFe principle.

B. Bringing the work to the people:
This option does not directly relate to the concept emphasized in this SAFe principle.

D. Demand management:
This option does not directly relate to the concept emphasized in this SAFe principle.

Agile Leadership Insights

• Enablement: SPCs equip teams and leaders with Lean-Agile knowledge.
• Transformation: They actively guide SAFe implementations across the enterprise.
• Scaling Practices: SPCs ensure consistent flow and alignment at all levels.

Relevance to the SPC Exam

This question format mirrors the actual SPC exam. Understanding the SPC’s role and decision-making logic is essential for passing and for leading transformations.

Key Takeaways

• SPCs guide enterprise-wide Lean-Agile adoption.
• SAFe encourages systemic thinking and long-term enablement.
• Traditional, rigid planning approaches are not effective in SAFe.

Conclusion

Understanding this concept is critical for mastering SAFe roles and passing the SPC exam.

Read more:

• https://scaledagileframework.com/decentralize-decision-making/
• https://scaledagileframework.com/lean-portfolio-management/