The SAFe tool that a Release Train Engineer (RTE) might use to identify areas for an Agile Release
Train (ART) to improve how its Continuous Delivery Pipeline (CDP) functions is the Agile Product
Delivery core competency assessment.
This assessment tool is part of the Agile Product Delivery competency, which is a key aspect of the
SAFe framework. It focuses on developing the ability to deliver quality solutions to the customer in
the shortest sustainable lead time. The Continuous Delivery Pipeline (CDP), which includes
continuous exploration, integration, deployment, and release on demand, is a significant element of
this competency1.
The core competency assessment helps the RTE and the ART to evaluate their current state, identify
improvement areas, and measure progress towards the goal of achieving more effective and efficient
delivery practices as part of their continuous improvement journey. This tool is designed to guide the
ART through a self-assessment process to determine how well they are implementing SAFe
principles and practices related to Agile Product Delivery and the CDP1.
