Each database has anywhere between 100 records (for airtable LITE subscribers) to over 3800 records (for full KanBan subscribers) so it's important to understand how the ranking of these records is managed.
Basically, we've used an adaptation of the MoSCoW methodology:
MoSCoW prioritization is a valuable technique for project and task management.
Here's a brief explanation of how MoSCoW scores are calculated and how you can place items into their respective MoSCoW prioritized categories:
1. MoSCoW Categories:
Must-Have (M): These are requirements or tasks that are absolutely critical for the project's success. If any Must-Have items are not completed, the project would likely be considered a failure.
Should-Have (S): These are important items that, while not as critical as Must-Have, significantly contribute to the project's success. They should be prioritized after Must-Have items.
Could-Have (C): These are desirable but not high priorities items. They can enhance the project but won't jeopardize its success if not completed. These are typically considered once Must-Have and Should-Have items are addressed.
Would-Have (W): These are items that are 'nice to have' but not essential. They may be deferred to a future phase or project.
2. Calculating MoSCoW Scores:
To calculate MoSCoW scores, our algorithms evaluate each question in the project and assigns it a priority level score related to all the other questions.
The higher the score, the more relevant the question is to the topic, and the higher it is in the MoSCoW categories.
The MoSCoW prioritization algorithm is a collaborative process involving all stakeholders needs to ensure everyone's expectations are aligned. It helps in making informed decisions about what to work on first and what can be deferred. Regularly reviewing and updating these priorities as the project progresses is also important to adapt to changing circumstances and requirements.
The highest MoSCoW score gets the #1 ranking in the database to make it easier for you to make a selection of criteria to tackle in your next improvement project.