Which statement describes a mitigated ART PI Risk?
a. There is strategy to adjust the plan as necessary
b. Someone has taken the responsibility of the risk
c. The risk has been addressed AND IS NO LONGER A CONCERN
d. Nothing more can be done, so if a risk occurs, release may be compromised
The Correct Answer and Explanation is:
Correct Answer: c. The risk has been addressed AND IS NO LONGER A CONCERN
Explanation:
In the context of Agile Release Train (ART) and Program Increment (PI) Planning, managing risks is a vital activity that ensures the successful execution of plans. Risks that arise during PI planning are recorded, discussed, and addressed using a technique known as ROAMing—an acronym that stands for Resolved, Owned, Accepted, and Mitigated. Each risk is classified into one of these four categories to determine how it will be handled.
Let’s break down what a mitigated risk means within this framework:
- Mitigated Risk: A risk is considered mitigated when actions have been taken to reduce the likelihood or impact of the risk, to the extent that it is no longer a significant concern. It doesn’t mean the risk has completely vanished, but the mitigation strategies are deemed sufficient to manage it effectively. As a result, the team can proceed without worrying that the risk will derail the objectives.
Option C (“The risk has been addressed AND IS NO LONGER A CONCERN”) correctly describes a mitigated risk. It implies that proactive steps have been taken, and the mitigation has been successful to the point where the risk no longer poses a threat.
Let’s briefly address the incorrect options:
- Option A (“There is strategy to adjust the plan as necessary”) aligns more closely with risk mitigation planning, but not confirmation that the risk is already mitigated.
- Option B (“Someone has taken the responsibility of the risk”) refers to a risk that is Owned, not mitigated.
- Option D (“Nothing more can be done, so if a risk occurs, release may be compromised”) describes an Accepted risk—where the risk is acknowledged and tolerated without further action.
Therefore, Option C is the best representation of a mitigated ART PI risk.