Using AI tools for backlog prioritization offers a dynamic way to reshuffle the deck based on a different set of assumptions. In a previous post, I described how a lightweight Weighted Shortest Job First methodology can use Size and Impact ratings to provide a quantitative ranking of backlog items. The key is that Impact is … Continue reading AI Backlog Prioritization
Backlog
Lightweight Approach to Quantifying Backlog Items for Prioritization
A challenging but critical aspect of the Product Owner's role is to ensure the backlog is prioritized so that the most valuable and important items are being worked by the team. For major initiatives, the prioritization process can follow an economic model that ensures it provides a solid return and it can be gauged for … Continue reading Lightweight Approach to Quantifying Backlog Items for Prioritization
Shadow Backlog
The team was under pressure to deliver a rewrite of the flagship product after having been handed an agressive delivery date. In spite of the Scrum board and other information radiators in their area, the Scrum Master had to deliver progress reports to the CEO every day. The company president and vice presidents attended sprint … Continue reading Shadow Backlog
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