Optimize Every Backlog Refinement for Precision and Focus

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Empower your team to clarify, prioritize, and optimize backlog items—all seamlessly integrated with Jira.
Optimize Every Backlog Refinement for Precision and Focus

BENEFITS

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Stay Focused and Efficient

Keep backlog refinement sessions concise and goal-oriented, so your team can clarify priorities without losing time.

Integrate Async and Real-Time Input

Prepare insights ahead of time and make informed decisions during the meeting by combining asynchronous and live feedback.

Align Directly With Jira

Review, update, and prioritize backlog items in Jira with ease—no need to switch platforms.

Centralized Documentation

Keep track of every decision and update directly in Jira, eliminating the hassle of maintaining multiple records.

Ensure Equal Participation

Create a balanced space where all voices are heard, encouraging diverse perspectives to shape the backlog.

Foster a Cohesive Workflow

Help your team see the bigger picture with refined and organized backlog items that drive the project forward.

HOW TO MAKE BACKLOG REFINEMENT WORK FOR YOU

Our approach highlights common pitfalls in backlog refinement and
practical solutions for more productive sessions.

FEATURES

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THE FACILITATION APP FOR PRODUCT OWNERS

Lead focused backlog refinements that engage the team, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
  • Structured control over discussions
  • Timed segments for each agenda item
  • Customizable agenda questions tailored for backlog refinement

BACKLOG PROGRESS JOURNAL

Track backlog evolution and ensure high-impact items are prioritized with transparency.
  • Progress tracking for backlog items
  • Participation metrics and refinement rate
  • Highlights of items flagged for additional clarification

Revolutionize Your Standup Meetings with NASA

Say hello to structured, efficient standups that keep your team on track. Discover how to transform your daily meetings and get ready to launch your team’s success to new heights!

FLEXIBLE MEETING CONFIGURATIONS

Tailor backlog refinements to your team’s unique processes, enhancing efficiency.
  • Select a Jira board as the focus
  • Sort backlog items by priority, sprint, or custom criteria
  • Define meeting cadence and refinement length

ONE APP, MULTIPLE MEETING STREAMS

Manage various refinement streams across different projects or teams, all in one place.
  • Multiple streams for different backlogs
  • Custom frequencies and focus areas
  • Retain records for up to 30 refinements per stream

FLAG FOR FOLLOW-UP

Identify items needing extra attention with a single click, ensuring no priority is overlooked.
  • All flagged items are saved in the Backlog Journal
  • Access Jira items directly for in-depth review

SUGGESTED ITEMS FOR REFINEMENT

Save time with pre-filtered, high-priority items ready for team discussion.
  • Options include JQL filters, priority levels, and issue status
  • Tailored lists to align with your team’s current sprint or objectives
  • Preview other meeting participants’ updates

EMOTIONAL ENGAGEMENT

Enhance engagement with visual feedback and reactions that make refinement sessions more interactive.
  • Emoji responses for quick feedback
  • Mood indicators to gauge team sentiment on backlog items

DEEP INTEGRATION WITH JIRA

Maintain and prioritize your backlog directly in Jira, enabling seamless updates and documentation.
  • Update backlog items in real-time
  • Add comments and create new items on the spot
  • Prioritize tasks aligned with sprint goals

Additional Features

Customizable refinement questions

Adjust discussion prompts to suit each meeting’s focus and capture essential details.

Jira board flexibility

Integrate any Jira board, supporting both software and service management workflows.

Real-time or anytime preparation

Review and update backlog items whenever it suits your team, from end-of-day updates to just-in-time revisions.

Unified productivity tracker

See a consolidated view of team activity across Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket (coming soon).

Up to 30 refinement sessions per stream

Keep an accessible record of recent refinements, providing valuable historical context for decision-making.

Public Backlog Journal

Share the refinement progress with managers and stakeholders, fostering transparency and alignment.

MEETING TYPES

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