WSJF Expected Outputs

WSJF Score: a numerical value representing the priority of the job

Prioritized List of Jobs: jobs ranked based on their WSJF scores

Sort the spreadsheet by the WSJF-Index.  The higher the WSJF Index, the more important the item is to be done first.

WSFJ Follow-up Communication

Please use the following template for communication following the completion of the WSJF:

Subject: [Strategic/Program Name] – [Workshop Type] – [Short Description]

Example: Process Excellence Program: SIPOC Workshop – Session follow-up and key outcomes

Dear [Team and Stakeholders],

Following our WSJF work session, we’ve compiled the prioritized task list based on WSJF scores to guide our next steps effectively.

Key Outcomes

📌 Prioritized Task List – Attached is the ranked list of tasks based on WSJF scoring.
📌 WSJF Score Breakdown – Each task’s score is detailed, highlighting business value, urgency, risk reduction, and effort.
📌 Rationale for Prioritization – A brief overview of how WSJF scores were calculated and why high-priority tasks will drive the greatest impact.

Next Steps & Action Items

✔️ Task Assignments – Owners and deadlines for each priority item.
✔️ Regular Updates – Expect periodic progress reports to track changes and business impact.
✔️ Feedback Collection – A system is in place to gather insights and refine future prioritization efforts.

Your continued input is essential to maintaining strategic alignment. Please review the details and share any thoughts or suggestions for improvement.

Best regards,
[Signature]

Next Steps

1. Review and adjust priorities
2. Monitor progress
3. Communicate with stakeholders and keep them informed of any outcomes and any changes
4. Assess impact of completed tasks on business value, risk reduction, and opportunity enablement and use this feedback to refine future WSJF calculations
5. Update estimates as jobs are completed
6. Reflect on the process and identify areas for improvement
7. Provide ongoing training for team members on WSJF practices