# The Real Definition of Done

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Podcast: [Rethink Your Understanding](https://stenobird.com/podcast/rethink-your-understanding-7088790)
Published: 2026-05-01T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

This episode explores a needed shift in how software teams define when work is actually complete. Traditionally, “the definition of done” has meant that a feature was coded, tested, and released to production . The AI hosts discuss my perspective that this definition is incomplete because it focuses on delivery activity rather than customer or business impact . A more mature approach starts with anticipated outcomes and closes the loop after delivery to understand whether the work achieved its intended result . By connecting workflow with realization, organizations can move beyond output and turn delivery into learning, evidence, and strategic value. Link to the article : The Real Definition of Done , originally published April 14, 2026. Connect with me on LinkedIn

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