Troubleshooting Agile The 5-Year Backlog, Part I
Jan 19, 2022
The hosts tackle the daunting issue of a massive backlog that's spiraling out of control. They explore the myth that adding team members can solve late project woes instead of addressing underlying problems. A critical look at communication gaps between leadership and frontline employees reveals insights on fostering better understanding. The discussion emphasizes the importance of reducing backlogs to boost productivity and highlights the complexities of team dynamics in fast-paced environments.
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Delete the Backlog
- Delete your five-year backlog because it's meaningless.
- Focus on delivering quickly instead of artificial predictability.
Lack of Coordination
- The real problem with long backlogs is often a lack of coordination among senior staff.
- Multiple people make requests, creating more work than the team can handle.
Coordinate Requests
- Coordinate requests from different stakeholders to manage the workload effectively.
- Avoid overwhelming the team's capacity with uncoordinated requests.
