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Backlog |
A backlog (to-do-list) is a visible list of (often prioritized) uncompleted work items (drivers) that need to be addressed.
Types of backlog include:
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operations backlog
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sprint backlog
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product backlog
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impediments backlog
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Implementation
- analog backlog: sticky notes on a wall, or index cards, magnets and whiteboard
- digital backlog: e.g. Google Sheets, Trello, Kanban Flow, Jira
Each item on a (prioritized) backlog contains:
- a short description or a driver statement
- a unique reference number (or link) for each work item
- (the order of work items)
- dependencies to other work items or projects
- due date (if necessary)
- (optional) a measure for value
- (optional) a measure for investment (often an estimate of time or complexity)