Define completion clearly
Agree what a feature must do, how it will be tested, and what remains outside scope. Clear acceptance criteria help the team review delivery without relying on subjective impressions. Explain why a change was made, not just when it happened.
Use business-owned distribution accounts and document approval, updates, monitoring, and support. Store release needs planning beyond the code. Give the team a clear route for questions and corrections.
Make the plan fit your market
Discuss whether users in Hartford need appointments, field-service access, local inventory, or delivery features. Use the actual workflow to decide whether location data is necessary; do not request device permissions merely because the app serves a local market. Base local references on service coverage and customer needs, not invented examples.
Document APIs, authentication, failure handling, and data ownership. Test slow responses and unavailable external systems, not just the successful path. Keep private account details out of public briefs and examples.
- Current accounts and assets
- Verified business information
- Customer questions
- Budget and team capacity
Discuss Your Priorities