Large backlogs often feel like the lurking shadow in an otherwise well-organized process. Teams are overwhelmed by the sheer volume of tasks, uncertain about which ones to tackle first, and often fall into the trap of prioritizing based on urgency instead of impact. But, don’t be scared! Managing large backlogs effectively boils down to two critical factors: risk management and filtering.

By adopting a structured approach to assessing risk and leveraging tools like Kiviat charts and custom risk frameworks, you can not only conquer your backlog but transform it into an efficient roadmap for delivering value.

Here’s how you can approach risk and prioritization in a way that allows your team to focus on the tasks that matter most, while confidently shelving the rest.