Many technology projects fail not because of poor development but because of unclear requirements. Good requirements describe what the business needs in a way everyone understands.
Describe the user and the goal
User stories such as 'As a branch manager, I want to see daily sales so that I can adjust staffing' keep the focus on real needs.
Be specific about rules
Spell out business rules, such as approval limits or calculation methods, with examples.
Include acceptance criteria
- What must happen for the feature to be considered done?
- What should happen when something goes wrong?
- Who will confirm it works?
Keep requirements alive
Requirements will change as people learn. Keep them in a shared place and update them when decisions are made.
Clear requirements save time for everyone. They are the bridge between business knowledge and technical delivery.
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