Daily Sprint Health Check & Burndown Alert
Catch sprint problems on day 2, not day 10.
Nora monitors Jira sprint progress daily, alerts when tasks fall behind, highlights blockers, and projects whether the sprint will complete on time.
Every morning at 9:00 AM, Nora pulls all tasks from the current sprint, checks completion status, calculates ideal burndown vs. actual, and identifies tasks that should be done but aren't. It flags tasks that are "stuck" (in progress for 2+ days without updates) and alerts the assignee and scrum master. It calculates the projected sprint completion date: if on track, great; if at risk (75% of tasks not done by day 5), it alerts the tech lead and suggests descoping lower-priority items. This gives teams early visibility into problems instead of discovering them on Friday. Teams report 30% fewer sprint overruns and faster decision-making about scope.
How it works
- Query Jira for current active sprint
- Calculate ideal burndown based on sprint length and points
- Compare actual completion to ideal; flag if behind
- Identify tasks in progress for >2 days without recent updates (stuck)
- Calculate projected completion date for sprint
- Alert team if completion is at risk; suggest descoping options
Frequently asked questions
What does "Daily Sprint Health Check & Burndown Alert" do?
Nora monitors Jira sprint progress daily, alerts when tasks fall behind, highlights blockers, and projects whether the sprint will complete on time.
How long does setup take?
Under 5 minutes. Connect your tools and Nora handles the rest.
Which tools does this use?
Uses Jira and Slack, run by your Operations Manager.
How much time does this save?
Saves approximately 2 hours/week, running daily at 9:00 am.