Reviewed by Aditya Kumar · Last reviewed 2026-03-24
**Situation**: Ticket estimated 3 points, taking 5. **Action**: (1) Communicate early—flag when approaching limit; (2) Re-scope—split remaining; complete current scope; (3) Swarm—get help if blocked; (4) Retro—why estimate off?; (5) Update—adjust points; don't stretch. Deliver...
Situation: Ticket estimated 3 points, taking 5.
Action: (1) Communicate early—flag when approaching limit; (2) Re-scope—split remaining; complete current scope; (3) Swarm—get help if blocked; (4) Retro—why estimate off?; (5) Update—adjust points; don't stretch. Deliver minimal scope; create follow-up. Make status visible; improve estimation with feedback.
Pro-Move: '3-point ticket became 5—hidden dependency. Delivered core in 3; created tech-debt ticket. Updated our estimation checklist.'
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