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Scrum story point estimates are a failure (TLP 2025w36)

Scrum story point estimates are a failure (TLP 2025w36)

Update: 2025-09-16
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While noble in intent, story point estimates from Scrum have been a failure in our industry. Let me explain why.



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Scrum story point estimates are a failure (TLP 2025w36)

Scrum story point estimates are a failure (TLP 2025w36)

John Collins