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AI-Driven Backlog Refinement for Enhancing User Story Quality and Sizing in Agile Projects

AI-Driven Backlog Refinement for Enhancing User Story Quality and Sizing in Agile Projects
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Author(s): Sindy Rahmahsari (Universitas Esa Unggul, Indonesia)and Binastya Anggara Sekti (Universitas Esa Unggul, Indonesia)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 30
Source title: Agile AI-Powered Project Management for Modern Delivery Organizations
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Otmane Azeroual (University of Hagen, Germany)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-6851-1.ch008

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Abstract

This chapter explores the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in enhancing Agile backlog refinement processes through data-driven intelligence. It examines how AI technologies specifically machine learning (ML), natural language processing (NLP), and predictive analytics optimize user story quality, improve estimation accuracy, and streamline prioritization and dependency management. The chapter discusses the evolution from manual, intuition-based refinement to AI-assisted decision-making that enhances objectivity, consistency, and scalability. It also highlights the importance of human-AI collaboration, emphasizing that AI serves as an augmentative tool that strengthens, rather than replaces, human judgment. By integrating AI into Agile workflows, this chapter demonstrates how modern organizations can achieve greater delivery predictability, efficiency, and strategic alignment, ultimately redefining how software development teams plan, evaluate, and execute work in rapidly evolving digital environments.

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