Story mapping is probably our most utilised tool here at Hyperact. Whether you're learning the ropes of an existing feature, product or service, or speculating on what a new one may look like.
So we decided to create a story map template all of our own, distilling our learnings from dozens we've previously created.
What is it?
A single, discrete artefact that captures the essence of a feature, product, or service in a digestable, easy to understand format, using simple and plain language. It can help you:
Illustrate product capabilities
Foster a shared understanding
Outline the findings of discovery work
Prioritise
Determine MVP
Slice into deliverable chunks
Compare alternatives
Shape teams
Surface dependencies