Why Use an Exit Ticket Instead of a Definition of Done?
Many misuse “Definition of Done” as a proxy for acceptance criteria. In Scrum, DoD refers to quality standards for increments, not success measures for efforts. Using an alternative term like “Exit Ticket” highlights outcome-based criteria without reinforcing the potential for misinterpretation.
Metaphor
Adopting “Exit Ticket” is like swapping the word “diet” for “fuel plan.” The new term sidesteps all the cultural baggage and points attention to the real purpose. Teams then focus on what truly signals completion, not inherited misunderstandings.
Works Consulted
Personal Reflection/Experience.