What is the benefit of the Team Sprint Demo?

• A. It is optional and not tracked
• B. It provides the true measure of progress by showing working software
• C. It increases code complexity
• D. It replaces the retrospective

Answer: (B)

Showing a working increment to stakeholders at the Team Sprint Demo provides a tangible measure of progress. Because the increment is demonstrated, integrated, and potentially shippable, it reveals exactly what the team has completed and whether it meets acceptance criteria and stakeholder expectations. This live demonstration gives real, observable evidence of progress, making it the most reliable indicator of value delivered in the sprint and enabling timely feedback and alignment for future work. It’s a formal, cadence-driven event that supports transparency and learning. It’s not optional, it doesn’t aim to increase code complexity, and it doesn’t replace the retrospective.