## How Can Levels of Decomposition Improve Backlog Transparency? Introducing levels of decomposition is an optional practice that utilizes naming conventions—such as Epic, Feature, and Story—to signal the level of vagueness and size of items. This structure can help teams understand which items are broad and likely to be broken down further. > [!metaphor] Introducing decomposition levels is like using folders, subfolders, and files to organize your computer desktop - they provide visual clues about scope and specificity, helping you quickly spot what's a big category versus a detailed task. By signaling size and vagueness through labels like Epic, Feature, and Story, teams gain shared understanding of what needs further breakdown and what’s ready to tackle. ## Works Consulted 1. [Product Backlog Levels of Decomposition](https://www.scrum.org/resources/blog/product-backlog-levels-decomposition) | Scrum.Org | Accessed 12 Jul. 2025. ## Connections follows:: [[1.1b1b1 Decomposition Adds Value Only When It Adds Clarity]] topics:: [[Levels of Decomposition]], [[Transparency]], [[Backlog Refinement]] ![[Footer]]