Inception

Inception serves as a regular, mid-range planning event that encompasses multiple iterations.

Within different agile frameworks, this event may go by various names, such as "Big Room Planning," "Product Increment Planning," or "Release Planning."

The typical timeframe for this mid-range planning varies, often being implemented on a quarterly or 2-3 month rolling basis.

During Inception, numerous teams collaborate, planning alongside each other to achieve alignment and identify critical dependencies. The primary objective is to enhance clarity for teams and predictability for the upcoming time period.

Within this process, teams may identify, prioritize, and estimate epics and stories. They also calculate and balance estimated capacity across iterations.

As a result of Inception, a burnup chart representing the initial baseline plan can be created, offering valuable insights and a visual representation of the planned trajectory.