Foundations
Adaptation
Official
Pillar
Adaptation means adjusting work or plans based on what is learned through inspection.
Plain English explanation
Adaptation is the ability to change direction when something is not working or when new information is discovered.
What it means
When inspection reveals something important, the team must adjust as soon as possible to reduce further deviation.
Why it matters
Without adaptation, teams may continue in the wrong direction even when problems are visible.
How it works
Adaptation happens continuously. Developers adjust daily, Product Backlog changes after reviews, and teams improve after retrospectives.
Key idea
Inspection without adaptation has no value.
Key points
- Triggered by inspection
- Reduces risk early
- Happens continuously
- Drives improvement
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Source
Based on Scrum Guide 2020.
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