Gold -

: Deliver value through a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) to identify what the customer truly needs first.

: When the scope of a project grows uncontrollably due to external requests without corresponding increases in budget or time.

: A lack of clear analysis can lead teams to build "fancy" features that don't address the customer's primary needs.

: A strategic "hero" feature designed to be the highlight of a specific release to wow the audience. How to Avoid Gold-Plating

: Ensure all team members have access to the project plan, risks, and estimations so they know when to stop refactoring. Gold Plating - Coding Horror