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Description
Release planning, also known as PI planning, is a standard procedure among scaled scrum teams and is usually conducted over a specific timeframe such as a quarter or a designated number of sprints, often five. During this planning phase, tasks from the product backlog are allocated to teams and assigned to specific sprints, with priorities set based on the targeted release version. Typically, the work is already organized and prioritized in the product backlog prior to this release planning session. This article aims to explore ways to measure the effectiveness of release planning after the meeting has concluded. It will identify suitable metrics and reports that can be utilized to evaluate the discrepancies between the planned and actual outcomes, as well as to demonstrate the return on investment (ROI) for management concerning the resources spent on release planning meetings. Given that such meetings can require significant resources—like a team of 100 members engaged over two days, equating to 1,600 hours—the analysis of these metrics becomes crucial for justifying the investment. The importance of continuous evaluation after release planning cannot be overstated, as it directly impacts future planning efforts and overall team productivity.
Description
Planning sprints effectively becomes simpler with Axosoft Release Planner, which allows you to assess the capacities of your sprint, team, and individual members to allocate tasks appropriately. Utilize Axosoft's Card View to visualize progress, providing a fully interactive kanban board where you can modify and manage item cards, include work logs, and monitor work-in-progress limits. By having essential metrics readily accessible, you can ensure timely releases. Custom dashboards in Axosoft give you a clear snapshot of your team's velocity, anticipated ship dates, and additional key performance indicators. Effortlessly convert emails into support tickets, manage responses directly within Axosoft, and keep track of customer communications from beginning to end! Additionally, you can create unlimited Wiki pages for test cases and documentation, linking them to Axosoft items for easy access. Develop a tailored Portal for your customers, enabling them to create and modify tickets without needing a paid Axosoft account. This suite of tools is not only powerful but also comprehensive, catering specifically to the needs of software developers. With these features, teams can enhance collaboration, streamline workflows, and ultimately improve project outcomes.
API Access
Has API
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API Access
Has API
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Integrations
Active Directory
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Bitbucket
No
BugHerd
No
Bugsnag
No
GitHub
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GitLab
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Google Calendar
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HubSpot CRM
No
HubSpot Customer Platform
No
Keap
No
Integrations
Active Directory
Yes
Bitbucket
Yes
BugHerd
Yes
Bugsnag
Yes
GitHub
Yes
GitLab
Yes
Google Calendar
Yes
HubSpot CRM
Yes
HubSpot Customer Platform
Yes
Keap
Yes
Pricing Details
$3.95 per month
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
$250 per year
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
Yes
Chromebook
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
Yes
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
Online Support
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
Agilebin
Country
United States
Website
www.agilebin.com
Vendor Details
Company Name
Axosoft
Founded
2002
Country
United States
Website
www.axosoft.com
Product Features
Agile Project Management Tools
Backlog Management
No
Feedback Management
No
Gantt/Timeline View
No
Kanban Board
No
Prioritization
No
Request Management
No
Resource Management
No
Retrospectives Management
No
Status Tracking
No
Supports Scrum
No
Team Management
No
Template Management
No
Workflow Management
No
Scrum
Backlog Management
No
Collaboration Board
No
Daily Reports
No
Iteration Management
No
KPI Monitoring
No
Milestone Tracking
No
Prioritization
No
Progress Tracking
No
Release Planning
No
Roadmapping
No
Sprint Planning
No
Task Management
No
Product Features
Bug Tracking
Backlog Management
Yes
Filtering
Yes
Issue Tracking
Yes
Release Management
Yes
Task Management
Yes
Ticket Management
Yes
Workflow Management
Yes
Issue Tracking
Assignment Management
Yes
Dashboard
Yes
Escalation Management
Yes
Issue Auditing
Yes
Issue Scheduling
Yes
Knowledge Base
Yes
Project Management
Yes
Recurring Issues
No
Scheduling
No
Task Management
Yes
Project Management
Agile Methodologies
Yes
Budget Management
No
Client Portal
Yes
Collaboration Tools
Yes
Cost-to-Completion Tracking
Yes
Customizable Templates
Yes
Gantt Charts
Yes
Idea Management
Yes
Kanban Board
Yes
Milestone Tracking
Yes
Portfolio Management
Yes
Resource Management
Yes
Time & Expense Tracking
No
Traditional Methodologies
Yes
Scrum
Backlog Management
No
Collaboration Board
No
Daily Reports
No
Iteration Management
No
KPI Monitoring
No
Milestone Tracking
No
Prioritization
No
Progress Tracking
No
Release Planning
No
Roadmapping
No
Sprint Planning
No
Task Management
No