Definition of Ready (DoR) Checklist

The non-negotiable gate for sprint entry. If these are not checked, the ticket is blocked.

Version 1.0

Problem Statement is ClearDoes it describe the user pain, not just the solution?

Out of Scope DefinedIs it explicitly stated what we are NOT doing?

Dependencies IdentifiedDo we know who blocks us? (APIs, Designs, Access)

Data Model ValidatedDo we know where the data lives and its shape?

Named OwnerOne person is accountable for the outcome.