May 2025

Upstream Kanban: 7 Essential Metrics for Product Backlog Management

Agile, Kanban, Scrum
Diagram showing 7 essential upstream Kanban metrics, including throughput, work in progress, discard rate, validation success and failure rates, work item age, and number of blockers.

Upstream Kanban is a Kanban system designed to uncover new knowledge and assess delivery options. The upstream process is a highly creative, collaborative, and unpredictable activity. Consequently, the Upstream Kanban requires a specific set of metrics that can help guide your decisions. This article explores seven essential Upstream Kanban metrics to support agile decision-making, portfolio

Upstream Kanban: 7 Essential Metrics for Product Backlog Management Read More »

Scroll to Top