Foundations
Transparency
Official
Pillar
Transparency means making important information visible and understandable to everyone involved.
Plain English explanation
Transparency ensures that everyone can see what is happening and understand it clearly.
What it means
Key elements like the Product Backlog, Sprint Backlog, and Increment must be visible and clearly understood by the Scrum Team and stakeholders.
Why it matters
If information is hidden or unclear, decisions will be based on incorrect assumptions.
How it works
Teams make work visible through artifacts and shared understanding. Clear definitions and open communication support transparency.
Key idea
You cannot inspect what you cannot see.
Key points
- Work must be visible
- Information must be understood
- Shared definitions improve clarity
- Supports inspection and adaptation
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Source
Based on Scrum Guide 2020.
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