work-item-age-chart

Visualize WIP item aging and outliers from analyze_work_item_age data.

15|3|Updated Jan 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/bbak/mcs-mcp --skill work-item-age-chart
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Skill: work-item-age-chart
Source: https://github.com/bbak/mcs-mcp/tree/main/docs/skills/Work-Item-Age-recharts
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/bbak/mcs-mcp --skill work-item-age-chart

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

WIP aging information is often hidden in raw data; this skill provides a focused, visual way to track aging, identify outliers, and drive proactive delivery decisions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • WIP age chart per item showing age since commitment
  • Outlier detection using historical P85 threshold with color cues
  • Views: Age Ranking, By Status (stacked), By Type (stacked), plus an always-visible outlier table
  • Little's Law stability index to gauge system health

Quick Start

Trigger the work-item-age-chart analysis when analyze_work_item_age data is present, then select AGE RANKING to view per-item aging.

Frequently Asked Questions about work-item-age-chart

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I visualize WIP aging and identify outliers in Jira work items?

You can visualize WIP aging by analyzing work items from Jira-like pipelines in MCS-MCP, producing per-item aging by commitment date and an outlier table for quick triage. The chart uses a historical P85 threshold to flag aging risk with color cues.

What is a WIP aging chart and how does it quantify delivery risk?

A WIP aging chart tracks the age of work items since their commitment date to quantify aging risk. It applies a historical P85 threshold to identify outliers and uses Little's Law stability index to gauge overall system health for delivery planning.

Do I need analyze_work_item_age data to generate a work item age chart?

Yes, the visualization requires analyze_work_item_age outputs containing specific fields like age_since_commitment_days, age_in_current_status_days, percentile, and summary.p85_threshold_days to drive the visuals and thresholds.

Can I break down WIP aging by status and work item type?

Yes, you can view WIP aging using stacked chart views broken down by status and by type. These views accompany the Age Ranking view and an always-visible outlier table to inform proactive delivery decisions.

What is the best way to track throughput analysis and system stability for work items?

Tracking throughput analysis and system stability is best achieved by visualizing WIP aging with a Little's Law stability index. This approach identifies aging outliers using historical P85 thresholds to inform delivery planning.