BMAD-METHOD/src/modules/cis
Brian Madison f14014f0c7 refactor: Major workflow enhancements - time estimates prohibition, progressive epic creation, and workflow simplification
## Key Changes

### 1. Time Estimate Prohibition (All Modules)
- Added critical warnings against providing ANY time estimates (hours/days/weeks/months)
- Acknowledges AI has fundamentally changed development speed
- Applied to 33 workflow instruction files across BMB, BMGD, BMM, and CIS modules
- Updated workflow creation guide with prohibition guidelines

### 2. Enhanced Epic Creation Workflow
- Added intelligent UPDATE vs CREATE mode detection
- Detects available context (UX, Architecture, Domain brief, Product brief)
- Progressive enhancement: creates basic epics, then enriches with UX/Architecture
- Living document approach with continuous updates
- Added 305 lines of sophisticated workflow logic

### 3. Workflow Status Initialization Refactoring
- Simplified from 893 to 318 lines (65% reduction)
- Streamlined state detection: CLEAN, PLANNING, ACTIVE, LEGACY, UNCLEAR
- Cleaner path selection and initialization logic
- Removed redundant complexity while maintaining functionality

### 4. Workflow Path Updates
- Updated all 4 workflow paths (enterprise/method × brownfield/greenfield)
- Added multiple optional epic creation steps at different phases:
  - After PRD (basic structure)
  - After UX Design (with interaction context)
  - After Architecture (final with full context)
- Changed PRD output description from "with epics and stories" to "with FRs and NFRs"

### 5. Architecture & Innovation Updates
- Made epics input optional in architecture workflow (falls back to PRD FRs)
- Updated innovation strategy phases to remove time-based language
- Phases now: Immediate Impact → Foundation Building → Scale & Optimization

### Files Changed
- 33 instruction files updated with time estimate prohibition
- 2 workflow.yaml files updated (create-epics-and-stories, architecture)
- 4 workflow path YAML files updated
- 1 workflow creation guide enhanced

This refactor significantly improves workflow intelligence, removes harmful time-based planning assumptions, and creates more adaptive, context-aware workflows that better leverage AI capabilities.
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_module-installer Major Enhancements: 2025-11-09 17:39:05 -06:00
agents feat(workflows): Implement intelligent file discovery protocol and Phase 4 BMGD workflows 2025-11-12 19:18:38 -06:00
teams Major Enhancements: 2025-11-09 17:39:05 -06:00
workflows refactor: Major workflow enhancements - time estimates prohibition, progressive epic creation, and workflow simplification 2025-11-14 23:54:29 -06:00
readme.md The install directory is now configurable, with a few minute issues 2025-11-08 13:58:43 -06:00

readme.md

CIS - Creative Intelligence Suite

AI-powered creative facilitation transforming strategic thinking through expert coaching across five specialized domains.

Table of Contents

Core Capabilities

CIS provides structured creative methodologies through distinctive agent personas who act as master facilitators, drawing out insights through strategic questioning rather than generating solutions directly.

Specialized Agents

View detailed agent descriptions →

  • Carson - Brainstorming Specialist (energetic facilitator)
  • Maya - Design Thinking Maestro (jazz-like improviser)
  • Dr. Quinn - Problem Solver (detective-scientist hybrid)
  • Victor - Innovation Oracle (bold strategic precision)
  • Sophia - Master Storyteller (whimsical narrator)

Interactive Workflows

View all workflows →

5 Workflows with 150+ Creative Techniques:

Brainstorming

36 techniques across 7 categories for ideation

  • Divergent/convergent thinking
  • Lateral connections
  • Forced associations

Design Thinking

Complete 5-phase human-centered process

  • Empathize → Define → Ideate → Prototype → Test
  • User journey mapping
  • Rapid iteration

Problem Solving

Systematic root cause analysis

  • 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams
  • Solution generation
  • Impact assessment

Innovation Strategy

Business model disruption

  • Blue Ocean Strategy
  • Jobs-to-be-Done
  • Disruptive innovation patterns

Storytelling

25 narrative frameworks

  • Hero's Journey
  • Story circles
  • Compelling pitch structures

Quick Start

Direct Workflow

# Start interactive session
workflow brainstorming

# With context document
workflow design-thinking --data /path/to/context.md

Agent-Facilitated

# Load agent
agent cis/brainstorming-coach

# Start workflow
> *brainstorm

Key Differentiators

  • Facilitation Over Generation - Guides discovery through questions
  • Energy-Aware Sessions - Adapts to engagement levels
  • Context Integration - Domain-specific guidance support
  • Persona-Driven - Unique communication styles
  • Rich Method Libraries - 150+ proven techniques

Configuration

Edit /{bmad_folder}/cis/config.yaml:

output_folder: ./creative-outputs
user_name: Your Name
communication_language: english

Module Structure

cis/
├── agents/              # 5 specialized facilitators
├── workflows/           # 5 interactive processes
│   ├── brainstorming/
│   ├── design-thinking/
│   ├── innovation-strategy/
│   ├── problem-solving/
│   └── storytelling/
├── tasks/              # Supporting operations
└── teams/              # Agent collaborations

Integration Points

CIS workflows integrate with:

  • BMM - Powers project brainstorming
  • BMB - Creative module design
  • Custom Modules - Shared creative resource

Best Practices

  1. Set clear objectives before starting sessions
  2. Provide context documents for domain relevance
  3. Trust the process - Let facilitation guide you
  4. Take breaks when energy flags
  5. Document insights as they emerge

Part of BMad Method v6.0 - Transform creative potential through expert AI facilitation.