Scrum is indeed a team-based framework used to implement Agile development. The key
characteristics of Scrum include its use of cross-functional teams, iterative development cycles called
sprints, and regular reflection and adaptation sessions. It is designed to accommodate changes in
requirements and encourages close collaboration between the development team and stakeholders
to deliver the highest value product increments1.
In the context of SAFe, Scrum is integrated into the framework as one of the primary methods for
Agile teams to manage their work. SAFe expands upon the Scrum framework by providing additional
roles, events, and artifacts to support the coordination and alignment of multiple teams within an
Agile Release Train (ART). This ensures that teams work together effectively towards common
objectives, facilitating the delivery of large-scale solutions in an enterprise environment1.
The Release Train Engineer (RTE) plays a crucial role in this process by facilitating ART events and
processes, supporting teams in delivering value, and driving relentless improvement. The RTE helps
to ensure that the Scrum framework is applied consistently across teams and that the principles of
Lean and Agile are upheld within the ART1.
