MoSCoW

1. List all the features that you want to develop within a specific time frame (for example a Sprint).

2. Make a diagram that has the four different categories “Must have”, “Should have”, “Could have”, or “Would like but won’t get”. Classify the features within the four categories.

3. “Must have” are features that are critical and need to be implemented to have a successful product.

4. “Should have” are features that are important but are not critical, they can be done in a different way.

5. “Could have” are features that would be nice to have, but won’t make a significant change in the user experience.

6. “Would like but won’t get” are features that are too difficult to implement.

7. Once the different features have been rated, plan accordingly by defining tasks.

NOTE

Be realistic about what is actually needed and what is feasible to do.

OUTPUT

A work plan that can be distributed among the design team.

NEXT

Follow and track the plan, make sure to communicate it clearly to the team.

Tips for running this activity online

• This activity can be run with an online whiteboard tool though can also be run with the facilitator screen sharing a Trello board, Google Doc or other task management tool.
• When facilitating group discussion, we’d recommend that participants use non-verbal means to indicate they’d like to speak. You can use tools like Zoom’s nonverbal feedback tools, a reaction emoji, or just have people put their hands up. The facilitator can then invite that person to talk.