Backlog refinement

Backlog refinement is an ongoing activity where the product owner and the Scrum team collaborate to clarify, prioritize, and estimate the product backlog items. To apply Scrum values, you should commit to maintaining a well-defined and well-ordered product backlog that reflects the product vision and customer needs. Moreover, you should have the courage to question, challenge, or suggest changes for unclear, incomplete, or inconsistent items. Furthermore, focus on the product backlog items that are likely to be selected for the next sprint or upcoming sprints, and be open to collaborating with the product owner and team members to refine them. Finally, respect the authority of the product owner to make decisions on the product backlog items and each team member’s contribution to backlog refinement.

Scrum Values in Product Backlog Refinement

• Focus — Focus directs their attention to refining the highest-priority items, aligning with Sprint goals.
• Respect — Respect underscores interactions, valuing each member’s input and creating a harmonious atmosphere. Through the Scrum values, the team ensures their Backlog is well-prepared for successful Sprints.
• Openness — Openness fosters transparent communication, allowing the team to share insights and ask questions freely.
• Commitment —Commitment is evident as the team prioritize and prepare Product Backlog Items for upcoming Sprints.
• Courage —Courage encourages open discussions about technical challenges and uncertainties, ensuring thorough understanding.