bmad-discovery-research

A discovery brief converts early-stage ideas into concrete research artifacts by organizing ambiguous concepts into prioritized questions, stakeholder maps, and risk assessments. This skill generates template-driven briefs that define the problem scope and readiness before execution begins.

Discovery briefs combine problem definition, stakeholder mapping, risk registers, and brainstorm notes into a single artifact. They resolve ambiguity in Level 2-4 initiatives by synthesizing source-cited research and structured outputs that inform next-phase planning decisions.

Yes. Discovery briefs tackle early-stage ideation and ambiguity; product briefs and research dossiers build on that foundation for later planning phases. This skill generates all four artifact types—discovery briefs, brainstorm notes, product briefs, and research dossiers—across initiative levels.

Structured discovery generates prioritized questions and risk registers that surface uncertainties early. This prevents late-stage surprises by formalizing stakeholder needs, dependencies, and potential blockers during the planning phase.

Start with a natural description: "I have an idea" or "brainstorm" [topic]. The skill processes this freeform input and produces structured artifacts with research synthesis, asset references, and template-driven outputs ready for stakeholder review.

Templates enforce consistency, ensure no critical discovery dimension is missed, and create artifacts suitable for cross-team alignment and decision-making. Formal briefs reduce rework by clarifying scope, risks, and readiness upfront.