Can the Definition of Done Change Over Time?
Yes. As the team matures and learns more about the product and how to build it, the DoD is refined. Teams start with what they know and improve the DoD as understanding grows.
Metaphor
The Definition of Done is like a fitness plan that begins with light weights and short runs. It matches your current capacity but increases the load as you get stronger.
In the same way, Scrum Teams refine their DoD over time, raising quality standards as their skills and product understanding grow.
Works Consulted
In addition to any sources cited above, the following works informed my thinking:(1)
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Definition of Done [Internet]. [cited 2025 Sep 6]. Available from: https://www.scrum.org/learning-series/definition-done/