# PRD Review Checklist

Quality gate for Product Requirements Documents.

## Problem Definition

- [ ] Problem statement is clear and specific
- [ ] Who has this problem is defined
- [ ] Impact of not solving is quantified
- [ ] Evidence from users supports the problem

## Solution

- [ ] Solution approach is described (not just features)
- [ ] Key capabilities listed
- [ ] How it solves the problem is explained
- [ ] Alternative approaches considered

## Scope

- [ ] In-scope items explicitly listed
- [ ] Out-of-scope items explicitly listed
- [ ] Non-goals clearly stated
- [ ] Future considerations noted
- [ ] Scope is achievable in target timeline

## User Stories

- [ ] Stories follow standard format (As a... I want... So that...)
- [ ] Stories pass INVEST criteria
- [ ] Stories cover happy path
- [ ] Stories cover edge cases
- [ ] Stories cover error scenarios
- [ ] Each story has acceptance criteria
- [ ] Stories are prioritized (P0/P1/P2)

## Acceptance Criteria

- [ ] Given-When-Then format used
- [ ] Criteria are testable
- [ ] Criteria are specific (not vague)
- [ ] Edge cases covered
- [ ] Error handling specified

## Non-Functional Requirements

- [ ] Performance targets defined
- [ ] Scalability requirements stated
- [ ] Security requirements listed
- [ ] Accessibility requirements (WCAG level)
- [ ] Browser/platform support specified
- [ ] Localization requirements (if any)

## Success Metrics

- [ ] Metrics linked to requirements with clear ownership
- [ ] Baseline established
- [ ] Target defined
- [ ] Measurement method clear

## Dependencies

- [ ] Technical dependencies identified
- [ ] Cross-team dependencies noted
- [ ] External dependencies listed
- [ ] Risk of dependencies assessed

## Open Questions

- [ ] Unresolved questions listed
- [ ] Owners assigned to resolve
- [ ] Deadline for resolution

## Stakeholder Alignment

- [ ] Key stakeholders reviewed
- [ ] Feedback incorporated
- [ ] Sign-off obtained (or scheduled)

## Quality Standards

- [ ] Follows PRD template
- [ ] No jargon or ambiguous terms
- [ ] Visuals/mockups linked (if available)
- [ ] Version controlled
- [ ] Review date set
