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The Backlog.

A re-shaped, prioritised, ready-to-work backlog, with Definition of Ready and Done, and a sprint cadence the team can trust.

In short

The Backlog is a fixed-scope Set Piece: a re-shaped, prioritised, ready-to-work backlog with Definitions of Ready and Done and a sprint cadence. Delivered in 1–2 weeks from £7,500 (PO + PM).

Price
From £7,500
Timeline
1–2 weeks
Delivered by
PO + PM

What it is.

A backlog nobody trusts is just a list of regrets. We turn yours into three honest layers: Discovery, Refined and Ready. The team always knows what's safe to start and what still needs work.

It comes with the two short lists that prevent half the arguments in product: a Definition of Ready that says you can start this, and a Definition of Done that says you can ship it.

Who it's for.

  • Teams whose backlog has become a dumping ground.
  • Squads that argue about scope in every standup.
  • New PMs or POs inheriting a tangle they need to tame.

What you get.

  • A re-shaped, prioritised backlog in three layers.
  • A Definition of Ready and a Definition of Done.
  • Clear, verifiable acceptance criteria on the top items.
  • A proposed grooming and sprint cadence.

How it works.

It starts with a free discovery call. We confirm the fit, agree the scope and the fixed price, and book the dates. No drawn-out scoping forms, no surprise invoices. You know exactly what you're buying before you commit. The team stops arguing about what's next and starts shipping it.

— Common questions

Questions about this Set Piece.

What is The Backlog Set Piece?

A backlog reshaped into three honest layers — Discovery, Refined and Ready — with a Definition of Ready, a Definition of Done and a proposed grooming and sprint cadence.

How much does The Backlog cost and how long does it take?

From £7,500, delivered in 1–2 weeks.

Who is The Backlog for?

Teams whose backlog has become a dumping ground, and squads that relitigate scope in every standup.

Book a discovery call.

Twenty minutes to see how deep the backlog tangle goes — and the fastest way out.

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