Simple three-state workflow
Move actions from committed to in progress and done without turning improvement work into a second backlog.
TURN TALK INTO CHANGE
Track retrospective actions from commitment to done
Retrospectives lose trust when actions disappear after the meeting. Happy Backlog keeps commitments visible in a simple workflow so the team can revisit ownership, progress and outcomes before adding more improvement work.
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Designed for participation, not presentation
Connected to retros
Convert a high-voted retrospective topic directly into an action card.
Shared editing
Authors and the Scrum Master can correct, clarify or remove items as the team learns.
FACILITATOR PLAYBOOK
How to run it well
Keep the mechanics simple so the team can focus on the conversation.
- Write an observable action
Include the owner, the behavior or experiment and when the team will review it.
- Limit work in progress
Choose one or two improvements the team can realistically complete.
- Review the outcome
Move an action to done only after checking whether the intended change occurred.
SCRUM MASTER TIPS
Small choices that make the activity better
- Prefer experiments over vague intentions.
- Assign one accountable owner without making them work alone.
- Start the next retro by reviewing open actions.
Frequently asked questions
Can retro notes become actions?+
Yes. During the discuss and commit phases, the Scrum Master can send an important topic to the action tracker.
Can actions move between columns?+
Yes. Items can move between committed, in progress and done.
Can action items be edited?+
Yes. Authors can edit their own actions and the Scrum Master can moderate the board.
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