Why this matters
Exercise 2 (matches ex2): A regulatory change requires storing IP addresses for 7 days only by end of month (20 days away). Estimate WSJF with: Business value=3, Time criticality=5, Risk reduction=3, Job size=5 days. Compare against a planned feature (BV=2, TC=1, RR=1, Size=3). Decide the order and craft a one-paragraph change note.
Self-check checklist
Common mistakes and how to self-check
- Switching models mid-stream: RICE for one item and nothing for another. Fix: score all candidates consistently.
- Overreacting to a single anecdote: No evidence size. Fix: request a metric or sample size, even rough.
- Changing the sprint by default: Not every issue warrants interruption. Fix: define P0/P1 rules with the team.
- Forgetting trade-offs: Not stating what moves down. Fix: include 1–2 items explicitly de-prioritized.
- Poor communication: Stakeholders surprised. Fix: send a concise change note with impacts and next steps.
Self-check prompts
- What’s the minimum data that would change this decision?
- Is the cost of waiting higher than the cost of switching now?
- Did I document assumptions and owners?
Practical projects
- Build a Reprioritization Board: a one-page template with fields (type, severity, evidence, RICE/WSJF, decision, date). Use it for all new feedback for one week.
- Run a 30-minute Reprioritization Review with a mock team: present two new feedback items and negotiate a final order.
Who this is for, prerequisites, and learning path
Who this is for
Business Analysts, Product Analysts, or PM/BA hybrids who influence backlog order.
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of backlog items (epics/stories/bugs).
- Familiarity with either RICE or WSJF (you’ll practice both here).
Learning path
- Before: Estimation fundamentals, Backlog item definition.
- Now: Reprioritization after feedback (this lesson).
- Next: Roadmap adjustments and stakeholder alignment.
Mini challenge
In 20 minutes, draft a change note for a newly discovered P1 issue that adds 2 days of work. Include: summary, scoring snapshot, decision, impact, and owner.
Next steps
- Adopt a weekly 15-minute triage for new feedback with a shared rubric.
- Create a saved view that shows items sorted by your chosen score and last updated date.
- Track outcomes: did reprioritization improve the target metric or reduce risk as expected?
Quick Test
When you’re ready, take the quick test below. Anyone can take it. Only logged-in users will see saved progress.