What to ask in Scope Refinement

Business Needs

Why are you developing this software? What is the main motivation or issue that needs this software solution? 

1. User Needs and Goals:

   • Who are the primary users of the app?
   • What are their main goals and pain points?
   • How will the app address these needs effectively?

2. Features and Functionality:

   • What are the essential features required for the app's MVP (Minimum Viable Product)?
   • Are there any additional features that could enhance the user experience?
   • Which features can be deferred to later versions?

3. Platform and Devices:

   • Which platforms (iOS, Android, web) will the app support?
   • What devices and screen sizes should be targeted?
   • Are there any specific platform features or limitations to consider?

4. Integration and Compatibility:

   • Does the app need to integrate with any third-party services or APIs?
   • Are there any existing systems or databases that the app should be compatible with?
   • How will data be synchronized across different devices or platforms?

5. User Interface and Experience:

   • What should the overall look and feel of the app be?
   • How can the user interface be designed to be intuitive and user-friendly?
   • Are there any accessibility considerations that need to be addressed?

6. Performance and Scalability:

   • What are the performance requirements for the app?
   • How many users is the app expected to handle, and how will it scale?
   • Are there any potential bottlenecks or performance issues that need to be addressed?

7. Security and Privacy:

   • What sensitive data will the app handle, and how will it be protected?
   • Are there any regulatory or compliance requirements to consider?
   • How will user privacy be maintained, especially concerning data collection and sharing?

8. Testing and Quality Assurance:

   • What are the key use cases and scenarios that need to be tested?
   • How will testing be automated, and what manual testing is required?
   • How will feedback from testing be incorporated into the development process?

9. Project Management and Timeline:

   • What is the project timeline, and are there any specific milestones or deadlines?
   • How will tasks be prioritized and assigned?
   • What resources (human, financial, technological) are available, and are they sufficient for the project's needs?

10. Feedback and Iteration:

    • How will user feedback be collected and analyzed?
    • What processes are in place for iterating on the app based on feedback and changing requirements?
    • How will updates and new features be delivered to users?
      
      
11. Super Admin
    a. Is the super admin expected to be able to do everything all roles can do or is it expected to manage the app and see reports?
    b. Reports - How many reports, which reports?