Meet-up
From hours to outcomes: The shift in estimation thinking
Nov 22, 2025
Ahmedabad, India
Ahmedabad, India
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Shifting from Time to Value: Outcome-Driven Estimation in Agile Teams was an engaging session designed for product leaders, Agile practitioners, and engineering teams looking to move beyond traditional hour-based estimation toward more meaningful, outcome-focused planning. The session explored how modern teams are redefining estimation to better reflect real complexity, uncertainty, and evolving business priorities, unlocking improved predictability and smarter decision-making.
Supported by INNOVATION ROOTS® as the founding sponsor, the meetup brought together members of the Agile community to learn from real-world experiences, share perspectives, and gain practical insights that could be applied immediately within their teams.
Highlights
The session offered a deep dive into outcome-driven estimation, demonstrating how teams can replace rigid time-based models with flexible, value-oriented approaches. Participants explored modern Agile practices that enable better prioritization, clearer forecasting, and more confident decision-making in fast-changing environments.
Below is a summary of the key themes and topics covered during the meetup:
Outcome-Driven Estimation in Agile:
- Understanding the limitations of traditional hour-based estimation.
- Shifting focus from effort to outcomes and business value.
- Estimating in the face of uncertainty and evolving priorities.
- Using outcomes to improve predictability and forecasting.
- Aligning team goals with measurable business results.
- Enabling teams to make smarter, data-informed decisions.
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Beyond the learning, the meetup served as a vibrant platform for networking and collaboration. Agile practitioners, product thinkers, and engineering leaders connected to exchange ideas, discuss challenges, and learn from each other’s experiences.
Designed for teams eager to evolve their Agile practices, participants left with actionable frameworks and renewed confidence to experiment with outcome-driven estimation in their own environments.
Stay tuned for more community meetups as we continue to learn, share, and grow together!
Presenters
Hasya Panchasara
Senior Project Manager
A Senior Project Manager at Brainvire Infotech, Hasya leads Agile teams to deliver high-impact digital products. A Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and Product Owner (CSPO), he brings a strong, hands-on perspective on estimation and outcome-driven delivery.
Mahesh Patel
Delivery Manager
A seasoned Delivery Manager with 15+ years of experience, Mahesh drives Agile transformations across Healthcare, Banking, and Media. He believes in empowering teams through outcome-driven leadership and strong mentoring.
Pooja Suthar
Technical Lead
A Technical Lead at Gateway Group with 14+ years of experience, Pooja drives Agile delivery and high-quality software solutions. A Certified and Advanced Certified ScrumMaster, she excels in sprint planning and business-aligned execution.
Nilofar Jargela
Chief Growth Officer
With 10+ years in software quality assurance, Nilofar is the Founder of Inevitable Infotech and Chief Growth Officer at BetterBugs.io. She specializes in scaling QA teams, test automation, and AI-driven quality practices.
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Aubergine is proud to be the venue partner for an in-person Agile community meetup hosted by Agile Network India Community in Ahmedabad. The session, “From Hours to Outcomes: The Shift in Estimation Thinking,” focuses on how modern Agile teams are rethinking traditional estimation practices to better align with real business value.
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Summary of the talk
Shifting from Time to Value: Outcome-Driven Estimation in Agile Teams was an engaging session designed for product leaders, Agile practitioners, and engineering teams looking to move beyond traditional hour-based estimation toward more meaningful, outcome-focused planning. The session explored how modern teams are redefining estimation to better reflect real complexity, uncertainty, and evolving business priorities, unlocking improved predictability and smarter decision-making.
Supported by INNOVATION ROOTS® as the founding sponsor, the meetup brought together members of the Agile community to learn from real-world experiences, share perspectives, and gain practical insights that could be applied immediately within their teams.
Highlights
The session offered a deep dive into outcome-driven estimation, demonstrating how teams can replace rigid time-based models with flexible, value-oriented approaches. Participants explored modern Agile practices that enable better prioritization, clearer forecasting, and more confident decision-making in fast-changing environments.
Below is a summary of the key themes and topics covered during the meetup:
Outcome-Driven Estimation in Agile:
- Understanding the limitations of traditional hour-based estimation.
- Shifting focus from effort to outcomes and business value.
- Estimating in the face of uncertainty and evolving priorities.
- Using outcomes to improve predictability and forecasting.
- Aligning team goals with measurable business results.
- Enabling teams to make smarter, data-informed decisions.
Beyond the learning, the meetup served as a vibrant platform for networking and collaboration. Agile practitioners, product thinkers, and engineering leaders connected to exchange ideas, discuss challenges, and learn from each other’s experiences.
Designed for teams eager to evolve their Agile practices, participants left with actionable frameworks and renewed confidence to experiment with outcome-driven estimation in their own environments.
Stay tuned for more community meetups as we continue to learn, share, and grow together!
Why hour-based estimation falls short for mature Agile teams
The shift from time tracking to outcome-driven estimation
Practical takeaways to apply immediately with teams
Don’t miss out! Limited seats available
Hasya Panchasara
Senior Project Manager
A Senior Project Manager at Brainvire Infotech, Hasya leads Agile teams to deliver high-impact digital products. A Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and Product Owner (CSPO), he brings a strong, hands-on perspective on estimation and outcome-driven delivery.
Mahesh Patel
Delivery Manager
A seasoned Delivery Manager with 15+ years of experience, Mahesh drives Agile transformations across Healthcare, Banking, and Media. He believes in empowering teams through outcome-driven leadership and strong mentoring.
Pooja Suthar
Technical Lead
A Technical Lead at Gateway Group with 14+ years of experience, Pooja drives Agile delivery and high-quality software solutions. A Certified and Advanced Certified ScrumMaster, she excels in sprint planning and business-aligned execution.
Nilofar Jargela
Chief Growth Officer
With 10+ years in software quality assurance, Nilofar is the Founder of Inevitable Infotech and Chief Growth Officer at BetterBugs.io. She specializes in scaling QA teams, test automation, and AI-driven quality practices.
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