What Is a Refinement Session

The refinement sessions usually happen once or twice a sprint usually just before the end of the last week. The purpose of the meeting is to provide the development team with an overview and clarification of the backlog. The teams can focus on the items with higher priority for longer duration.

How many refinement sessions are in a sprint?

If you’re working in two-week Sprints this process gives you two refinement sessions per Sprint. One mid-Sprint, and one at the end.

How can I improve my refinement session?

  1. Tip #1: Include the Right People in the Refinement Process. …
  2. Tip #2: Schedule Scrum Refinement at the Right Time. …
  3. Tip #3: Define Backlog Items that Are Ready for the Sprint. …
  4. Tip #4: Reprioritize Items During Every Grooming Session.
Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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