Which occasions are identified as formal opportunities to inspect and adapt?

The identification of formal opportunities to inspect and adapt within the Scrum framework includes several key events: the Sprint Retrospective, Daily Scrum, Sprint Planning, and Sprint Review. Each of these events serves a specific purpose that facilitates continuous improvement and adaptation in the Scrum process.

The Sprint Retrospective is a dedicated time for the Scrum Team to reflect on the past Sprint. It allows the team to discuss what went well, what didn’t go as planned, and how they can improve going forward. This process of reflection and commitment to improvement is a fundamental aspect of adapting practices and processes.

The Daily Scrum provides a daily alignment point for the team. During this short meeting, team members discuss progress, potential obstacles, and the plan for the day. This regular inspection allows the team to adapt their plan as needed, ensuring they remain effective and focused.

Sprint Planning is where the team inspects the previous work, particularly what was completed in the last Sprint, and uses that information to adapt their future work. They decide what can be accomplished in the upcoming Sprint and align on the goals, which directly influences how they will adapt their efforts.

Finally, the Sprint Review is an opportunity to inspect the product increment and gather feedback from stakeholders. This feedback is crucial, as