Backlog Aging
What Is Backlog Aging?
Backlog aging is the amount of time work items remain open or inactive before they are completed, moved, or removed. It is often used to spot stale work, planning debt, or weak prioritization discipline.
Why Backlog Aging Matters
Backlog aging matters because it can reveal:
- overloaded planning systems,
- low-priority work that never moves,
- poor commitment hygiene,
- disconnects between planning and execution.
How Oobeya Uses Backlog Aging Context
Oobeya can help leaders detect when planning systems are accumulating stale work that is distorting delivery visibility and obscuring true priorities.
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