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Increment

An Increment is the sum of all the Product Backlog items completed during a Sprint and previous Sprints, delivering new value.

Definition

The Increment is the potentially shippable product output created by the Scrum Team at the end of each Sprint, meeting the Scrum Team’s Definition of Done.

Explanation

Each Increment builds upon previous ones, ensuring the product continuously improves and is always in a usable state.

Example

If a team completes several features during a Sprint, the combined working software delivered forms the Increment, ready for release or further development.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is an Increment always releasable?

Yes, by Scrum rules, each Increment must be potentially releasable, meeting the Definition of Done.

What if the Increment is not complete?

If the Increment does not meet the Definition of Done, it is not considered complete and should not be released.