Reliable Estimates Using Agile
Estimation is actually quite easy as long as you keep your expectations under control and follow the rules.
A useful and believable estimate is an estimate that isn’t obviously overly cautious and allows the product owner to plan their releases.
Someone could ask the team “How long will it take you to write this blog on estimation” and the team could say “4 years”. Reliable? Yes. Believable. No. Useful? No. What is the product...
Reliability and Accuracy
Reliable Estimates that are Useful and Believable
Everyone wants reliable estimates that are useful and believable. An estimate is reliable when the team can assure they can deliver the User Story on time (“Acts of god” don’t count). Always delivering on time builds trust and reduces risk for the customer.A useful and believable estimate is an estimate that isn’t obviously overly cautious and allows the product owner to plan their releases.
Someone could ask the team “How long will it take you to write this blog on estimation” and the team could say “4 years”. Reliable? Yes. Believable. No. Useful? No. What is the product...