Agile Project Management - Tip #2: Avoid Scheduling Backlog Refinement

The video tutorial explains the optimal timing for backlog refinement during a Sprint. It highlights that the first 20% of the Sprint is when teams are just getting started, and the last 20% is when they are focused on completing current items. Therefore, the middle 60% of the Sprint is the best time for backlog refinement, as it allows teams to plan and adjust without the pressure of starting or finishing tasks.

Why is the first 20% of the Sprint considered a time for teams to get started?

How does the workload change for teams from the beginning to the end of the Sprint?

What activities are teams typically engaged in during the last 20% of the Sprint?

What is the impact of backlog refinement during the last 20% of the Sprint?

What challenges do teams face during the middle 60% of the Sprint?