Backlog Management

Keep the backlog sharp, honest, and useful — not a guilt-inducing pile of good intentions.

How to use

• /backlog-management Apply backlog management constraints to this conversation.
• /backlog-management <context> Improve backlog practices for the described situation.

Constraints

Backlog Hygiene

• MUST review and prune the backlog at least monthly. Stale items erode trust.
• Any item untouched for 90 days SHOULD be either re-prioritized or killed
• MUST limit backlog size. If it takes more than 15 minutes to scan, it's too long.
• SHOULD separate the "ready to build" backlog from the "idea parking lot"
• NEVER treat the backlog as a promise. It's a prioritized list of options.