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What is Planning Poker®?
Planning Poker® is a collaborative estimation technique widely used in agile software development to estimate the effort or complexity of tasks in a project, such as user stories or features. It combines expert opinion, consensus building, and a structured process to encourage accurate and efficient estimations. The method fosters team alignment and reduces the potential for bias or misunderstandings.
Planning Poker® is a registered trademark owned by Mountain Goat Software. This means that all designs using Planning Poker® must be approved by Mountain Goat Software to comply with their trademark guidelines. At Ivory, we handle this process for our clients, ensuring all designs are submitted for approval and meet the required standards, so you can focus on your project while we take care of the compliance and permissions seamlessly.
How Planning Poker® Works:
- Preparation: Each team member is given a set of cards, typically numbered in a sequence (often a modified Fibonacci sequence: 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 20, etc.). These numbers represent the relative size or complexity of tasks.
- Task Presentation: The product owner or facilitator describes a user story or task to the team, ensuring everyone understands the requirements.
- Discussion: Team members discuss the task, asking questions and clarifying uncertainties.
- Estimation: Each participant secretly selects a card that reflects their estimate of the task's size or effort.
- Reveal: The team votes again until a consensus is reached, or the estimates converge within an acceptable range.
- Consensus Building: If estimates vary significantly, team members discuss their reasoning. Those with higher or lower estimates explain their thought process, encouraging a deeper understanding of the task.
- Re-estimation: The team votes again until a consensus is reached, or the estimates converge within an acceptable range.
Why Use Planning Poker®?
- Encourages Collaboration: Every team member has a voice, promoting shared ownership of the work.
- Improves Accuracy: Combining diverse perspectives leads to more precise and realistic estimations.
- Highlights Uncertainties: Disparities in estimates often reveal gaps in understanding, encouraging meaningful discussions.
- Saves Time: The structured process ensures efficient decision-making compared to unstructured debates.
- Engages the Team: It’s interactive and keeps the team actively involved in the planning process.
Choose Your Deluxe Packaging
At Ivory, we know the perfect packaging can enhance the impact of your Planning Poker® decks. That’s why we offer two premium packaging options: tuck boxes and rigid boxes. Both styles can be customised with luxurious foil stamping to create a unique, professional finish. Here’s how to decide which option best suits your team’s needs:
Tuck Boxes
The classic tuck box is lightweight, portable, and perfect for Planning Poker® decks designed for frequent use. Its compact, foldable design makes it easy to transport, so your team can estimate anywhere, anytime.
Benefits
- Cost-Effectiveness: Tuck boxes are less expensive to produce than rigid boxes, making them a budget-friendly option for both small and larger print runs.
- Convenient: Ideal for agile teams on the go, thanks to its portability and easy storage.
- Speed of Production: Tuck boxes are faster to produce, ensuring you meet tight deadlines.
Rigid Boxes
If you’re looking for a more premium feel, rigid boxes are the ultimate choice. Crafted with durability in mind, they provide superior protection for your cards while delivering a luxurious unboxing experience.
Benefits
- Durability: The solid construction of rigid boxes offers superior protection for the cards, making them less prone to damage during storage.
- Premium Appeal: Perfect for teams or businesses seeking a high-end, polished product. Custom foil stamping elevates the design further.
- Enhanced Unboxing Experience: The sturdy nature and potential for intricate designs makes the unboxing of a rigid box an event itself, adding value to your customers experience.
We are committed to guiding you through the selection process, ensuring that your playing cards not only meet but exceed expectations. By leveraging our expertise, CE/UKCA certified products, sustainable energy, and FSC® certified materials, we champion you to make an informed decision that aligns with your vision and values.
