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triage-backlog

Categorize Jira backlog items into five buckets and score them.

Updated Jan 14, 2026
Search Tags:#backlog#issues#Jira#triage#sprint-planning#prioritize#KTLO
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/nuggetswise/pmos --skill triage-backlog
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: triage-backlog
Source: https://github.com/nuggetswise/pmos/tree/main/skills/triage-backlog
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/nuggetswise/pmos --skill triage-backlog

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Prioritizes and categorizes backlog items using a consistent, criteria-driven framework to surface the most impactful work for planning sessions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Ingest backlog data from Jira exports and existing triage history to establish context.
  • Categorize items into five buckets: Revenue/Renewal Risk, Customer Trust & Data Integrity, Operational Burden, Paper Cuts (UX Friction), and Tech Debt Blocking Roadmap.
  • Generate a structured KTLO triage report with executive summary, top issues, and recommended actions for sprint planning or backlog grooming.

Quick Start

Drop your Jira backlog export into inputs/jira/ (CSV preferred), then run the triage-backlog skill to produce a report in outputs/ktlo/, e.g., outputs/ktlo/ktlo-triage-YYYY-MM-DD.md. Review the executive summary and top issues to guide planning.

Frequently Asked Questions about triage-backlog

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I prioritize Jira backlog items for sprint planning?▼

To prioritize Jira backlog items for sprint planning, ingest CSV exports from Jira and apply a structured framework that categorizes issues into five buckets like Revenue Risk and Tech Debt. This generates a KTLO triage report with prioritized actions.

What is KTLO triage and how does it categorize issues?▼

KTLO triage categorizes backlog issues into five buckets: Revenue/Renewal Risk, Customer Trust, Operational Burden, Paper Cuts, and Tech Debt. It scores items to surface quick wins and high-risk issues for grooming sessions.

Do I need a specific Jira export format for backlog triage?▼

You need a Jira export in CSV format, preferably placed in the inputs/jira/ directory. The triage process reads this backlog data alongside existing triage history to establish context for scoring.

Can I use this triage framework for Keep The Lights On backlog grooming?▼

Yes, you can use this structured triage framework for KTLO backlog grooming. It ingests Jira exports and existing history to score items, outputting a detailed report to guide your maintenance and operational planning.

What is the best way to surface quick wins in a Jira backlog?▼

The best way to surface quick wins in a Jira backlog is applying a structured prioritization framework that scores items into specific categories. It identifies quick wins and high-risk issues, writing results to a KTLO triage report.

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