User Stories and Acceptance Criteria
We capture what your product needs to do as user stories -- short, plain-language descriptions of a need from the point of view of the person who has it. They keep us focused on outcomes rather than features in isolation.
Each story carries acceptance criteria: the specific, testable conditions that must be true for the work to count as finished. Together they make sure we build the right thing and agree on what 'done' looks like before we start.
The Shape of a Good Story
We write stories in a consistent format so they stay small, clear and easy to prioritise with you.
- As a [type of user] -- who needs it.
- I want [an action] -- what they do.
- So that [a benefit] -- why it matters.
- Acceptance criteria listed as clear pass/fail statements.
Why This Helps Your Project
Stories and criteria give everyone the same picture, which removes guesswork and reduces rework.
- You can prioritise by value because each story is small and self-contained.
- Our testers know exactly what to verify against.
- Sign-off is objective: the criteria are either met or they are not.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who writes the acceptance criteria?
We draft them and review them with you, so they reflect your real expectations before development begins.
If you need a hand with any of this, your Progressive Robot delivery team is ready to help. Raise a ticket from the Support area of your client portal or speak to your account manager and we will guide you through the next steps.