Getnave iconGetnaveSep 10, 2026

Upstream Kanban: How to Handle Every Request Without Committing Too Early (and Put a Number on Your Yes)

So we nod, say yes, and move the request straight into development, even when it's not fully clear what's actually needed.

Upstream Kanban: How to Handle Every Request Without Committing Too Early (and Put a Number on Your Yes)

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So we nod, say yes, and move the request straight into development, even when it's not fully clear what's actually needed.

You feel the knee-jerk reaction coming: sure thing, no problem!

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So we nod, say yes, and move the request straight into development, even when it's not fully clear what's actually needed. You feel the knee-jerk reaction coming: sure thing, no problem!

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You feel the knee-jerk reaction coming: sure thing, no problem!

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