Accountabilities
Scrum Accountabilities
Scrum defines three accountabilities: Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Developers.
Plain English explanation
Scrum uses accountabilities to make responsibility clear. Each accountability has a different focus, but all work together inside one Scrum Team.
What they are
The three Scrum accountabilities are Product Owner, Scrum Master, and Developers. They are not job titles in the usual corporate sense; they describe clear areas of responsibility.
Why they matter
Accountabilities prevent confusion. Everyone should know who focuses on product value, who creates the Increment, and who helps Scrum work properly.
How they work together
The Product Owner orders the work, Developers turn selected work into a usable Increment, and the Scrum Master supports the team and organization in using Scrum well.
Key idea
Scrum accountabilities clarify responsibility without creating hierarchy.
Key points
- Product Owner focuses on value
- Developers focus on creating the Increment
- Scrum Master focuses on Scrum effectiveness
- All accountabilities belong to one Scrum Team
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Source
Based on Scrum Guide 2020.
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