Integration into the Roadmap
1. Introduction (For Clients & Partners)
Our Integration into the Roadmap process ensures that once a feature is accepted, it is strategically aligned and scheduled for further planning during our PI Planning sessions. This transparent process helps you understand how ideas move from the backlog into actionable plans that support both short-term deliverables and long-term strategic goals.
2. Who Is Involved
| Role | Involvement | Benefit for You |
|---|---|---|
| Product Manager | Oversees the integration process, ensuring features align with the overall product vision. | Guarantees that each feature contributes to strategic objectives. |
| Development Team | Provides technical insights on feasibility and resource requirements during the assessment phase. | Ensures realistic scheduling and clarity on development timelines. |
| Stakeholders | Offer feedback and strategic direction during PI Planning sessions. | Ensures that business needs and market trends are reflected in the roadmap. |
| UX/UI Designers | Validate the feature from a user experience perspective during integration. | Enhances product usability and overall customer satisfaction. |
3. Process Flow / Diagram
Below is an overview of the Integration into the Roadmap process with double quotes for the Mermaid labels:
- Feature Accepted: Once validated, a feature is added to the product backlog.
- Preliminary Assessment: A quick evaluation determines the feature’s impact and feasibility.
- Mapping to Roadmap: The feature is aligned with our strategic objectives.
- Scheduled for PI Planning: The feature is slated for detailed discussion during the upcoming PI Planning session.
- Approval: If approved during PI Planning, the feature is scheduled into specific sprints; otherwise, it is reevaluated and adjusted.
- Feedback & Iteration: Continuous feedback ensures that the integration process remains aligned with evolving priorities.
4. FAQ
Q1: What does it mean to integrate a feature into the roadmap?
A1: It means aligning an accepted feature with our strategic objectives and scheduling it for detailed planning during PI Planning sessions.
Q2: Who manages the integration process?
A2: The Product Manager, in collaboration with the Development Team and Stakeholders, oversees this process.
Q3: How does this process benefit our planning?
A3: It provides clear visibility, ensures strategic alignment, and allows agile adjustments based on feedback and evolving priorities.
Q4: What happens if a feature is not approved during PI Planning?
A4: The feature is reevaluated, adjusted if necessary, and may be resubmitted for consideration in a future PI Planning session.
5. Next Steps and Additional Resources
- PI Planning Session: Review the detailed requirements and resource allocation for the feature during the upcoming PI Planning meeting.
- Feature Lifecycle Overview: Learn more about how features progress from submission to deployment by visiting our Feature Lifecycle page.
- Backlog Management: Discover how our backlog is maintained and prioritized by checking the Backlog Process page.
- Contact Us: For further questions or urgent concerns, please reach out via contact support or chat with our team on our website.