Backlog

_A **backlog** (to-do-list) is a list of (often prioritized) uncompleted work items (deliverables), or (drivers) that need to be addressed._

Consider making backlogs visible, not only to other members of a team, but also to the wider organization.

Types of backlog include:

Implementation:

analog backlog: sticky notes on a wall, or index cards, magnets and whiteboard
digital backlog: e.g. Google Sheets, Trello, Kanban Flow, Jira, Asana

Each item on a (prioritized) backlog typically contains:

a short description of a deliverable or a driver
a unique reference number (or link) for each work item
(the order of work items)
dependencies to other work items or projects
due date (if necessary)
(optional) a measure for value
(optional) a measure for investment (often an estimate of time or complexity)