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Start Exploring Lean Portfolio Management PracticeRefer to the exhibit. What action does the LPM team need to take to align with the policy?
Explanation: If the total capacity is 10,000 hours and the policy limit for Enablers is 20% (2,000 hours), and the current allocation is 3,000 hours, the team must reduce Enablers by 1,000 hours. Shifting 1,000 hours from Enablers to Business Epics results in 2,000 hours for Enablers (20%) and 8,000 hours for Business Epics (80%), which aligns with the policy. The explanation is correct, but the prompt implies an exhibit that is not provided. Assuming the math in the explanation is the source of truth, the logic holds.
Refer to the exhibit. Given the JSON policy for the Digital Banking value stream, what is the primary implication of this budget allocation?
Explanation: In SAFe, 'Invest' and 'Evolve' are typically associated with Horizon 2 and 3 (growth and innovation), but the explanation claims this is a 'balanced approach' while the option C claims it is 'prioritizing long-term development'. Without the exhibit, the logic is internally inconsistent regarding what constitutes 'long-term' vs 'balanced'. Furthermore, if the budget is 75% in Invest/Evolve, that is a growth-heavy strategy, not a balanced one.
A SAFe portfolio is implementing Lean Portfolio Management. The LPM team is defining the responsibilities of the Portfolio Manager role. Which two of the following are key responsibilities of the Portfolio Manager in SAFe? (Choose two.)
Explanation: The Portfolio Manager is responsible for establishing and maintaining the Portfolio Kanban and facilitating Participatory Budgeting to align funding with strategy. These responsibilities ensure that the portfolio's epics flow efficiently and that investment decisions are made collaboratively and strategically. Direct team management, user story approval, and coding are not part of the role.
A Portfolio Manager is reviewing the current state of value delivery. They notice that the Portfolio Kanban is overwhelmed with small initiatives that provide little strategic benefit. Which action should the Portfolio Manager take to improve flow and alignment?
Explanation: Effective Lean Portfolio Management requires balancing the flow of value by ensuring only initiatives that align with the strategic themes move through the funnel. By refining the intake process and implementing clear entry criteria for the Portfolio Kanban, the organization prevents the 'doing everything' trap. This focus ensures that resources are dedicated to high-impact work that directly supports the enterprise's long-term business objectives.
The Portfolio Kanban is used to manage the flow of Portfolio Epics. Which TWO of the following describe the primary purpose of the 'Review' state in the Portfolio Kanban?
Explanation: The 'Review' state acts as the first filter in the Portfolio Kanban, designed to evaluate the viability and alignment of potential initiatives. By validating that epics are aligned with the portfolio's strategic themes and assessing their initial economic impact, the organization avoids wasting resources on work that does not contribute to the overall enterprise vision. It establishes a necessary checkpoint before committing to detailed analysis.
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