Questions

This section is offered for those readers who want to evaluate their comprehension and retention of the information provided in this chapter. There are four questions. The answers are provided in the subsequent section. Recalling the exact verbiage of the original content is not important. Rather, it’s more important that you can recall the concepts and their applications:

1. What is the main objective of integrating value stream network principles in the software development life cycle, and how does this integration enhance efficiency and effectiveness at each stage?
2. How do value stream networks contribute to addressing common organizational challenges such as the need to do more with less, improve quality, deliver more value, keep talent happy, and go faster?
3. In what ways does mapping out value streams using a two-dimensional network model, which includes axes of customer visibility and operational focus, assist organizational leaders in strategic decision...