Scrum Team

A single, cross-functional unit in Scrum made up of the Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Developers who collaborate to deliver value each Sprint.

Key Points

  • Includes the Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Developers as one cohesive unit.
  • Self-managing and cross-functional, with shared accountability for delivering value and meeting the Sprint Goal.
  • Creates a usable, Done Increment every Sprint and adapts through Scrum events.
  • Works transparently with no sub-teams or special titles within Developers.

Example

A fintech company forms a Scrum Team with a Product Owner from the business, a Scrum Master, and six developers (frontend, backend, QA, UX). They run 2-week Sprints, plan work together, hold a Daily Scrum, and demonstrate a working payment feature at the Sprint Review.

PMP Example Question

Which group in Scrum combines the Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Developers into a single unit focused on delivering value each Sprint?

  1. Project Management Office (PMO)
  2. Scrum Team
  3. Steering Committee
  4. Release Train

Correct Answer: B — Scrum Team

Explanation: The Scrum Team is the unified group consisting of the Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Developers who collaborate to deliver value each Sprint.

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