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Burnup Charts in Zymmr

Zymmr provides a burnup chart feature that helps users visualize their project's progress and manage scope changes effectively. This chart is particularly useful for Agile teams to track how much work has been completed and how much remains.

Key Features of Zymmr Burnup Charts​

Choice of Metrics​

  • Story Points: Ideal for teams estimating work in story points.
  • Effort: Suitable for teams tracking progress in hours or days.

Three Key Lines​

  1. Scope Line: Represents the total amount of work planned for the project. Changes in this line indicate scope adjustments.
  2. Guideline: Acts as a reference line to help visualize if the team is on track to meet their goals within the timeline.
  3. Work Done Line: Shows the cumulative amount of work completed over time. This line should ideally rise steadily and align with the guideline.

How to Access and Use Burnup Charts in Zymmr​

Accessing the Burnup Chart​

  • Navigate to the Projects tab.
  • Select the specific project you want to track.
  • In the project's menu, located to the left of the backlog page, click on the Burnup Chart option.

Configuring the Chart​

  1. Choose whether to display the chart in story points or effort.
  2. The chart will update to reflect your chosen metric.

Interpreting the Lines​

  1. Scope Line: Monitor this for changes in the project's total workload. Any upward movement indicates additional work.
  2. Guideline: Use this to gauge if your team is progressing at a rate that will allow for on-time project completion.
  3. Work Done Line: Track this line to see the amount of completed work. Ideally, it should follow the guideline closely.

Adjusting and Analyzing​

  1. Filter the chart by specific criteria, such as sprints, teams, or custom date ranges, for detailed analysis.
  2. Use the chart to identify trends, potential delays, or areas where scope changes are impacting progress.

Benefits of Using Burnup Charts​

  • Transparency: Provides clear visibility into how much work has been done and how much remains.
  • Forecasting: Helps predict if the project will be completed on time by comparing the work done to the guideline.
  • Scope Management: Easily identify and manage scope changes and their impact on the project timeline.
  • Motivation: Visual progress can boost team morale by showing tangible progress toward goals.

By leveraging burnup charts in Zymmr, teams can maintain better control over their projects, ensure timely deliveries, and adjust plans proactively based on visual insights.