What is the result of the ART release planning meeting?

• A. A detailed project backlog
• B. A consolidated risk register
• C. A committed set of program objectives for the next PI
• D. A release schedule for the product line

Answer: (C)

Release planning in SAFe is about getting the ART to align on what will be delivered in the upcoming Program Increment. The key outcome is a committed set of program objectives for the next PI. This means the ART agrees on the value to be delivered, the scope of work, and the targets the teams will strive to achieve, providing clear visibility for stakeholders and guiding execution across all teams.

A detailed project backlog is owned and refined by the teams themselves, not produced as the principal artifact of the release planning meeting. While risks and dependencies are discussed, and a high-level view of delivery and milestones is useful, the formal outcome centers on the committed PI objectives. A release schedule for the product line isn’t the primary deliverable either; SAFe emphasizes committing to objectives and delivering value within the PI cadence, with timing adjusted as needed during execution.