# BMAD Integration Assessment for PR #826 Date: 2025-10-28 File: `high-level-product-plan.md` --- ## Current State: Zero BMAD Integration The document is a generic software planning checklist with no references to: - BMAD agents - BMAD workflows - BMAD CLI commands - BMAD methodology (levels, phases) - BMAD modules (BMB, BMM, CIS) --- ## Section-by-Section Integration Opportunities ### Section 1: Product Architecture & Type **Current**: Generic application type list (SaaS, Web, Desktop, Mobile, etc.) **BMAD Integration**: ```markdown ### Using BMAD for Architecture Planning Define your product architecture using the BMAD `architect` agent: \`\`\`bash bmad architect \*architecture \`\`\` The architect agent will guide you through: - Application type selection - Client architecture decisions - Multi-platform considerations - Tech stack alignment See: [Architecture Workflow](../src/modules/bmm/workflows/3-architecture/README.md) ``` **Relevant Agents/Workflows**: - `bmad architect` (BMM module) - `*architecture` workflow - Tech-spec workflow --- ### Section 2: Technology Stack **Current**: Generic framework lists (React/Vue, Express/Django, etc.) **BMAD Integration**: ```markdown ### Technology Stack with BMAD Document your tech stack decisions using: \`\`\`bash bmad architect \*tech-spec \`\`\` The tech-spec workflow captures: - Primary and secondary languages - Framework choices with rationale - Development tools and dependencies - Build and testing strategy Output: `docs/tech-spec.md` See: [Tech Spec Workflow](../src/modules/bmm/workflows/2-plan-workflows/tech-spec/README.md) ``` **Relevant Agents/Workflows**: - `bmad architect` - `*tech-spec` workflow - Tech context workflows --- ### Section 3: Infrastructure & Deployment **Current**: Generic hosting/deployment options **BMAD Integration**: ```markdown ### Infrastructure Planning with BMAD Define infrastructure and deployment strategy as part of your architecture: \`\`\`bash bmad architect \*architecture \`\`\` Include in your architecture document: - Hosting strategy and cloud provider selection - Deployment architecture (containers, CI/CD) - Environment management approach - Monitoring and observability plan BMAD's architecture workflow ensures these decisions are: - Documented in `docs/architecture.md` - Accessible to all team agents - Integrated with implementation workflows ``` **Relevant Agents/Workflows**: - `bmad architect` - Architecture workflow - Infrastructure architecture section --- ### Section 4: Data & Security **Current**: Generic data/security checklist **BMAD Integration**: ```markdown ### Data & Security Planning Capture data and security requirements in your technical specification: \`\`\`bash bmad architect \*tech-spec \`\`\` Use the architect agent to document: - Database strategy and data modeling - Security requirements (auth, encryption, compliance) - Backup and disaster recovery plans - Data privacy and regulatory compliance For implementation, use: \`\`\`bash bmad dev \*create-story \`\`\` To create security-focused development stories. ``` **Relevant Agents/Workflows**: - `bmad architect` - Planning - `bmad dev` - Implementation - Story creation workflows --- ### Section 5: User Experience & Access **Current**: Generic UX considerations **BMAD Integration**: ```markdown ### UX Planning with BMAD CIS Module For user experience and creative planning, use the Creative Innovation Suite (CIS): \`\`\`bash bmad brainstorm \*design-thinking \`\`\` CIS workflows help with: - User persona development - Access pattern design - Accessibility requirements - Multi-user collaboration features See: [CIS Module Documentation](../src/modules/cis/README.md) ``` **Relevant Agents/Workflows**: - CIS module agents (brainstorming-coach, design-thinking-coach) - Design thinking workflow - User experience workflows --- ### Section 6: Scalability & Performance **Current**: Generic performance requirements **BMAD Integration**: ```markdown ### Performance & Scalability Planning Document performance requirements in your architecture and tech-spec: \`\`\`bash bmad architect \*architecture \`\`\` Include non-functional requirements: - Response time and throughput targets - Scalability strategy (horizontal/vertical) - Resource management approach - Caching and CDN strategy Link these to acceptance criteria in development stories: \`\`\`bash bmad dev \*create-story \`\`\` ``` **Relevant Agents/Workflows**: - `bmad architect` - Requirements - `bmad dev` - Implementation stories - Architecture workflow --- ### Section 7: Business & Operational Considerations **Current**: Generic business operations **BMAD Integration**: ```markdown ### Business Planning with BMAD Define business model and operational requirements in your PRD: \`\`\`bash bmad pm \*prd \`\`\` The Product Manager agent guides you through: - Business model and pricing strategy - Support and maintenance requirements - SLA definitions - Risk management planning For brownfield projects, also see: [BMAD Brownfield Guide](./bmad-brownfield-guide.md) ``` **Relevant Agents/Workflows**: - `bmad pm` (Product Manager) - `*prd` workflow - `*brief` workflow for project initiation --- ### Section 8: Development Process **Current**: Generic Agile/Scrum references **BMAD Integration**: ```markdown ### Development Process: The BMAD Method BMAD provides a scale-adaptive development methodology with 5 levels: | Level | Scope | Planning | Workflows | | ----- | ------------- | ------------------ | -------------------------------------------- | | 0 | Single story | Minimal | Direct to implementation | | 1 | 2-4 stories | Light brief | Brief → implementation | | 2 | 5-15 stories | PRD + epics | PRD → tech-spec → implementation | | 3 | 12-40 stories | PRD + architecture | Full planning → solutioning → implementation | | 4 | 40+ stories | Comprehensive | Enterprise-scale workflows | Start your project: \`\`\`bash bmad pm \*workflow-status \`\`\` This initializes your project and guides you to the appropriate level and workflows. See: [BMM Workflows](../src/modules/bmm/workflows/README.md) ``` **Relevant Agents/Workflows**: - `bmad pm` - Project management - `*workflow-status` - Project initialization - Complete BMM workflow suite --- ## Suggested Document Structure with BMAD Integration ### Option A: BMAD-First Rewrite Transform into: **"Product Planning with the BMAD Method"** ```markdown # Product Planning with the BMAD Method Use this guide with BMAD agents and workflows to plan your product comprehensively. ## Getting Started Initialize your project: \`\`\`bash bmad pm \*workflow-status \`\`\` ## 1. Product Requirements (Levels 2-4) Use `bmad pm` → `*prd` workflow... [Content integrated with BMAD commands] ## 2. Architecture Planning (Levels 3-4) Use `bmad architect` → `*architecture` workflow... [Content integrated with BMAD commands] ...etc ``` ### Option B: Reference with BMAD Supplement Keep generic reference, add BMAD section: ```markdown # High Level Product Planning Considerations [Generic content as-is] --- ## Using BMAD for Product Planning This checklist can be completed systematically using BMAD workflows: ### Planning Phase - **Product Requirements**: `bmad pm` → `*prd` - **Architecture**: `bmad architect` → `*architecture` - **Technical Spec**: `bmad architect` → `*tech-spec` ### Implementation Phase - **Story Creation**: `bmad dev` → `*create-story` - **Development**: `bmad dev` → `*dev-story` For detailed workflow documentation, see: - [BMM Module](../src/modules/bmm/README.md) - [BMAD Workflows](../src/modules/bmm/workflows/README.md) ``` --- ## Integration Effort Estimate **Option A (BMAD-First Rewrite)**: 3-4 hours - Rewrite each section with BMAD integration - Add CLI examples throughout - Link to specific workflows - Test all commands and links **Option B (Reference + Supplement)**: 1 hour - Add BMAD section at end - Create workflow mapping table - Add key links - Minimal content changes --- ## Recommendation **Suggested approach**: Option B (Reference + Supplement) **Rationale**: 1. Preserves contributor's work 2. Low effort, high value 3. Maintains generic reference utility 4. Adds BMAD-specific guidance 5. Respects different user needs (some may want generic checklist) **Implementation**: 1. Relocate to `docs/planning/product-planning-checklist.md` 2. Add BMAD integration section at end 3. Include workflow mapping table 4. Link to BMM module documentation 5. Update PR with suggested changes --- ## Alternative: Link Instead of Integrate If the contributor prefers to keep it fully generic: **Path**: `docs/references/product-planning-considerations.md` **Addition**: Simple disclaimer ```markdown > **Note**: This is a general-purpose planning reference. > For BMAD-specific planning workflows, see the [BMM Module](../src/modules/bmm/README.md). ``` This respects the generic nature while providing clear navigation to BMAD-specific resources.