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Tech startups building B2B2C products often overcommit during sprint planning, then rush when deadlines slip. Toyota’s Just-In-Time method—originally for cutting factory waste—fixes this. JIT means building only what’s needed when it’s needed. Here’s how to apply it to sprint planning with Feature-Driven Development. (1/6)
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Toyota’s JIT started in the 1930s by avoiding stockpiled parts. Factories only ordered materials after customer orders came in. No wasted space or unused inventory. For B2B2C startups, this means building features when there’s real demand, not guesses. Agile teams can use this to reduce overplanning and stay responsive.

Apply JIT to FDD sprints like this: (2/6)

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First, build a feature list based on actual client requests. SaaS teams should track enterprise client asks and end-user usage data. Rank features by demand—only include items with real traction, like those requested by at least three clients. (3/6)
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Next, timebox tasks strictly. Large teams need tight coordination. Break features into tasks and assign owners only when the prior task is 80% done. For example, if Team A builds an API integration, Team B doesn’t start UI design until the prototype passes basic tests. (4/6)
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Then, get feedback fast. Demo partial features to clients every two or three days. If feedback shows a feature isn’t needed—like when a client pivots—stop work immediately. Redirect resources to the next high-priority feature.

JIT planning helps your team build what matters now. Early users report 30-50% less wasted effort. Test it in your next sprint and see how it changes your workflow. (5/6)

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