Too much work in progress can slow teams down instead of speeding them up. In the rush to "do more," it’s easy to lose focus and feel like nothing is getting done. The truth? Doing less at once helps teams move faster. 🤔 Work In Progress (WIP) Limits have arrived to Shortcut! WIP Limits let you cap the number of active Stores in a given workflow state, keeping work manageable and teams focused. Think of it like loading a dishwasher... too many dishes at once, and nothing gets clean. The right WIP Limit matches your team’s capacity, helping work flow smoothly.
Why use WIP Limits?
✅ Faster delivery times
✅ Better collaboration with fewer competing priorities
✅ A more manageable, less chaotic workflow
Get Started with WIP Limits
- Start small – Set a WIP Limit based on the number of people working in a stage (for example: team size × 1.5 or 2). Adjust as needed.
- Focus on finishing – Keep work moving instead of piling on more.
- Adapt as you go – Fine-tune limits to match your team’s pace.
WIP Limits are part of our focus on improving the core of the product development process: helping teams stay organized, work efficiently, and keep progress moving without unnecessary complexity. Whether you're leading a small, scrappy team or coordinating across multiple groups, WIP Limits give you the control to keep work flowing smoothly.
Ready to set up WIP Limits? Head to your settings and get started, and read our Help Center Article for more details.
