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Epic Template

# Epic: [Epic Name]

**Description:** [Brief description of the epic and its business value]

**Business Objective:** [What business goal this epic achieves]

**Acceptance Criteria:**
- [ ] [High-level criteria 1]
- [ ] [High-level criteria 2]
- [ ] [High-level criteria 3]

**User Stories:** [List of user story IDs that belong to this epic]

**Priority:** [High/Medium/Low]
**Story Points Estimate:** [Total estimate for all stories]
**Dependencies:** [Any dependencies on other epics or external factors]

User Story Template

**Story ID:** [Unique identifier, e.g., US-001]
**Epic:** [Epic name this story belongs to]

**Story:**
As a [type of user],
I want [some goal/functionality],
so that [some business value/reason].

**Acceptance Criteria:**
- [ ] [Specific, testable criteria 1]
- [ ] [Specific, testable criteria 2]
- [ ] [Specific, testable criteria 3]

**Definition of Done:**
- [ ] Code is written and tested
- [ ] All acceptance criteria are met
- [ ] Code is reviewed and approved
- [ ] Documentation is updated
- [ ] Feature is deployed and verified

**Story Points:** [1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21]
**Priority:** [High/Medium/Low]
**Dependencies:** [Other stories or external dependencies]
**Notes:** [Additional context, assumptions, or clarifications]

🎬 EPIC 1: Movie Session Management

Description: Enable cinema staff to create, schedule, and manage movie sessions across different rooms with proper seat allocation and pricing.

Business Objective: Provide comprehensive session scheduling capabilities to maximize theater utilization and revenue optimization.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Staff can create and schedule movie sessions
  • Sessions are properly linked to movies and rooms
  • Seat availability is accurately tracked per session
  • Pricing is automatically applied based on room type
  • Session status can be managed throughout lifecycle

User Stories: US-001, US-002, US-003, US-004, US-005

Priority: High Story Points Estimate: 34 Dependencies: Room and movie data must be available

User Stories

Story ID: US-001
Epic: Movie Session Management

Story: As a cinema manager, I want to create new movie sessions by selecting a movie, room, and time slot, so that customers can book tickets for available showings.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can select from available movies in the system
  • Can choose from available rooms with different types (2D, 3D, Extreme)
  • Can set start time and system calculates end time based on movie duration
  • Session conflicts are detected and prevented
  • Base pricing is automatically applied based on room type

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 8 Priority: High Dependencies: Movie and Room management systems Notes: End time calculation should include buffer time for cleaning


Story ID: US-002
Epic: Movie Session Management

Story: As a cinema employee, I want to view all scheduled sessions with their current status and availability, so that I can provide accurate information to customers.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can view list of all sessions for selected date range
  • Display shows movie title, room, time, status, and available seats
  • Can filter sessions by date, movie, room, or status
  • Real-time availability updates are shown
  • Can see session capacity and current bookings

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 5 Priority: High Dependencies: Session creation functionality (US-001) Notes: Should refresh automatically to show real-time updates


Story ID: US-003
Epic: Movie Session Management

Story: As a cinema manager, I want to view detailed seat availability for any session, so that I can assist customers with seat selection and troubleshoot booking issues.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can view visual seat map for selected session
  • Seats show different states: available, sold, reserved, inaccessible
  • Can see seat details including row, number, accessibility features
  • Map updates in real-time as tickets are sold
  • Can identify which specific seats are available or occupied

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 8 Priority: High Dependencies: Session management (US-001, US-002), Seat map system Notes: Consider mobile-responsive design for tablet-based assistance


Story ID: US-004
Epic: Movie Session Management

Story: As a cinema manager, I want to cancel or modify existing sessions, so that I can handle unexpected situations like equipment failure or low attendance.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can cancel sessions that haven't started
  • Can modify session times if no tickets are sold
  • System prevents modifications that would cause conflicts
  • Cancelled sessions trigger appropriate refund processes
  • Audit log tracks all session modifications with reason codes

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 8 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Session management (US-001), Sales/refund system Notes: Consider notification system for affected customers


Story ID: US-005
Epic: Movie Session Management

Story: As a cinema employee, I want to mark sessions as started, completed, or cancelled, so that the system accurately reflects the current status of all showings.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can update session status through simple interface
  • Status changes are logged with timestamp and employee ID
  • Completed sessions become unavailable for new bookings
  • Status changes trigger appropriate business logic (e.g., no refunds after start)
  • Can add notes or reason codes for status changes

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 5 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Session management (US-001, US-002), Employee authentication Notes: Status changes should be visible immediately in session lists


🎫 EPIC 2: Ticket Sales and Management

Description: Enable staff to sell individual and bulk tickets, manage reservations, and handle ticket-related customer service operations.

Business Objective: Streamline ticket sales process to reduce wait times and improve customer experience while maintaining accurate seat inventory.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Staff can sell individual and multiple tickets efficiently
  • Ticket reservations can be managed with time limits
  • Seat selection integrates seamlessly with session availability
  • Ticket cancellations and refunds are properly handled
  • All ticket transactions are logged for audit purposes

User Stories: US-006, US-007, US-008, US-009, US-010

Priority: High Story Points Estimate: 29 Dependencies: Session Management Epic, Payment processing system

User Stories

Story ID: US-006
Epic: Ticket Sales and Management

Story: As a box office employee, I want to sell single tickets by selecting session and seat, so that customers can purchase movie tickets quickly and efficiently.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can search and select from available sessions
  • Can view and select from available seats in visual seat map
  • Ticket price is automatically calculated based on room type
  • Seat is immediately reserved during selection process
  • Can complete sale with payment processing
  • Ticket is generated with session and seat details

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 8 Priority: High Dependencies: Session Management (US-001, US-003), Payment system Notes: Seat reservation should timeout if payment not completed within reasonable time


Story ID: US-007
Epic: Ticket Sales and Management

Story: As a box office employee, I want to sell multiple tickets for the same session at once, so that I can efficiently serve families and groups.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can select multiple seats from the same session in one transaction
  • All selected seats are reserved simultaneously
  • Total price is calculated and displayed
  • Can complete bulk purchase with single payment
  • All tickets are generated with proper seat assignments
  • Can easily select adjacent or nearby seats

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 8 Priority: High Dependencies: Single ticket sales (US-006) Notes: Consider suggesting optimal seat groupings for party size


Story ID: US-008
Epic: Ticket Sales and Management

Story: As a box office employee, I want to cancel individual tickets and process refunds, so that I can handle customer change requests and service recovery situations.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can lookup and display existing ticket details
  • Can cancel tickets that meet refund policy criteria
  • Cancelled tickets immediately return seats to available inventory
  • Refund amount is calculated based on business rules
  • Cancellation is logged with reason and employee ID
  • Customer receives cancellation confirmation

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 8 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Ticket sales (US-006, US-007), Refund policy rules Notes: Consider different refund rates based on time before show


Story ID: US-009
Epic: Ticket Sales and Management

Story: As a customer service representative, I want to view detailed ticket information and history, so that I can assist customers with inquiries and resolve issues.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can search tickets by customer info, ticket ID, or session details
  • Display shows all ticket details including seat, price, purchase time
  • Can view ticket purchase and modification history
  • Can see payment method and transaction details
  • Can generate duplicate tickets if needed

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 3 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Ticket sales system (US-006, US-007) Notes: Include data privacy considerations for customer information


Story ID: US-010
Epic: Ticket Sales and Management

Story: As a box office manager, I want to view ticket sales reports and statistics, so that I can analyze performance and make informed scheduling decisions.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can generate reports for specific date ranges
  • Report shows sales by session, movie, room type, and employee
  • Displays key metrics: tickets sold, revenue, occupancy rates
  • Can export reports in common formats (PDF, CSV)
  • Reports include refund and cancellation statistics

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 2 Priority: Low Dependencies: Ticket sales data (US-006, US-007, US-008) Notes: Consider real-time dashboard for current day performance


🛒 EPIC 3: Point of Sale (POS) and Concessions

Description: Provide comprehensive POS system for concession sales, inventory management, and integrated payment processing with discount applications.

Business Objective: Maximize concession revenue through efficient sales process and proper inventory control while supporting promotional strategies.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Staff can process concession sales with inventory tracking
  • Multiple payment methods are supported seamlessly
  • Discount codes can be applied with proper validation
  • Sales are integrated with customer profiles for personalization
  • Comprehensive sales reporting and analytics available

User Stories: US-011, US-012, US-013, US-014, US-015, US-016

Priority: High Story Points Estimate: 39 Dependencies: Inventory system, Payment processing, Customer management

User Stories

Story ID: US-011
Epic: Point of Sale (POS) and Concessions

Story: As a concession stand employee, I want to create new sales transactions and add food items, so that I can serve customers purchasing snacks and beverages.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can start new sale transaction from POS interface
  • Can search and add items by SKU, name, or barcode scan
  • Item prices are automatically populated from inventory
  • Can adjust quantities for each item
  • Running total is displayed and updated in real-time
  • Can handle items with different tax rates if applicable

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 8 Priority: High Dependencies: Inventory management system, POS hardware integration Notes: Consider touch-screen optimization for fast service


Story ID: US-012
Epic: Point of Sale (POS) and Concessions

Story: As a concession stand employee, I want to apply discount codes to sales transactions, so that customers can receive promotional pricing and special offers.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can enter or scan discount codes during checkout
  • System validates code eligibility and expiration
  • Discount amount is calculated and displayed separately
  • Can apply multiple compatible discount codes
  • Customer CPF may be required for certain discounts
  • Invalid codes show clear error messages

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 8 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Sales transaction system (US-011), Discount code management Notes: Consider customer registration prompts for discount eligibility


Story ID: US-013
Epic: Point of Sale (POS) and Concessions

Story: As a concession stand employee, I want to process payments using multiple payment methods, so that customers can pay using their preferred option (cash, card, PIX).

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can accept cash payments with change calculation
  • Can process card payments with authorization codes
  • Can handle PIX payments with QR code generation
  • Can split payments across multiple methods
  • All payment details are recorded with transaction
  • Receipt is generated with payment breakdown

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 10 Priority: High Dependencies: Sales transaction (US-011), Payment gateway integrations Notes: Ensure PCI compliance for card payment handling


Story ID: US-014
Epic: Point of Sale (POS) and Concessions

Story: As a concession manager, I want to view detailed sales reports with item performance analytics, so that I can optimize inventory and identify popular products.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can generate sales reports for custom date ranges
  • Reports show sales by item, employee, time period, and payment method
  • Include metrics: quantity sold, revenue, profit margins
  • Can identify top-selling and slow-moving items
  • Reports can be filtered and exported
  • Include discount usage analytics

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 5 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Sales data from POS system (US-011, US-012, US-013) Notes: Consider dashboard view for real-time sales monitoring


Story ID: US-015
Epic: Point of Sale (POS) and Concessions

Story: As a concession stand employee, I want to cancel or refund completed sales transactions, so that I can handle customer complaints and transaction errors.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can lookup and display completed sale details
  • Can cancel entire sales or individual line items
  • Refund amount is calculated based on business rules
  • Inventory quantities are properly adjusted for refunded items
  • Refund requires manager approval for amounts over threshold
  • All refund activities are logged with reason codes

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 5 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Completed sales system (US-011, US-013), Manager approval workflow Notes: Consider time limits on refund eligibility


Story ID: US-016
Epic: Point of Sale (POS) and Concessions

Story: As a shift supervisor, I want to perform end-of-shift cash reconciliation, so that I can ensure accurate financial reporting and identify discrepancies.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can access cash reconciliation interface for current shift
  • System shows expected cash total based on sales transactions
  • Can enter actual cash count by denomination
  • Calculates and displays any overage or shortage
  • Can record explanation for significant discrepancies
  • Generates shift summary report for management

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 3 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Cash payment tracking (US-013), Shift management Notes: Consider integration with cash drawer hardware


🏪 EPIC 4: Inventory Management

Description: Comprehensive inventory tracking system for concession items with stock level monitoring, reorder alerts, and adjustment logging.

Business Objective: Maintain optimal inventory levels to maximize sales opportunities while minimizing waste and stockouts.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Real-time inventory tracking with automatic updates
  • Stock level alerts and reorder notifications
  • Complete audit trail for all inventory movements
  • Support for different item types (food, collectables) with specific attributes
  • Integration with sales system for automatic stock decrements

User Stories: US-017, US-018, US-019, US-020, US-021

Priority: Medium Story Points Estimate: 26 Dependencies: POS system integration, Supplier management

User Stories

Story ID: US-017
Epic: Inventory Management

Story: As an inventory manager, I want to view current stock levels for all items with low-stock alerts, so that I can maintain adequate inventory and prevent stockouts.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can view comprehensive inventory list with current quantities
  • Items below reorder level are highlighted with alerts
  • Can filter items by category, low stock, or expiration status
  • Display shows key info: SKU, name, current stock, reorder level
  • Can export inventory reports for purchasing decisions
  • Real-time updates reflect sales and adjustments

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 5 Priority: High Dependencies: Inventory data structure, Sales integration for stock updates Notes: Consider mobile access for quick stock checks


Story ID: US-018
Epic: Inventory Management

Story: As a warehouse employee, I want to record inventory adjustments for receiving, damage, and shrinkage, so that stock levels remain accurate and discrepancies are properly documented.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can record inventory increases for new stock receipts
  • Can record decreases for damaged or expired items
  • All adjustments require reason codes and employee identification
  • Adjustment amounts can be positive or negative
  • System logs timestamp and creates audit trail
  • Can attach notes or supporting documentation

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 8 Priority: High Dependencies: Inventory tracking system (US-017), Employee authentication Notes: Consider barcode scanning for faster processing


Story ID: US-019
Epic: Inventory Management

Story: As a store manager, I want to view inventory adjustment history and audit logs, so that I can identify patterns, investigate discrepancies, and ensure accountability.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can view complete history of inventory adjustments
  • Can filter by date range, item, employee, or reason code
  • Display shows adjustment details: amount, reason, employee, timestamp
  • Can export audit reports for management review
  • Can drill down to see specific transaction details
  • Running totals show net impact of adjustments

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 3 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Inventory adjustments (US-018), Reporting system Notes: Include data retention policies for audit compliance


Story ID: US-020
Epic: Inventory Management

Story: As a concession manager, I want to manage item master data including prices and reorder levels, so that I can maintain accurate product information and optimize purchasing.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can add new items with complete details (SKU, name, price, category)
  • Can update existing item information including prices
  • Can set and modify reorder levels and minimum quantities
  • Can manage item-specific attributes (expiry dates, combo flags)
  • All changes are logged with employee ID and timestamp
  • Can deactivate items no longer sold

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 5 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Basic inventory structure, Change tracking system Notes: Consider price change approval workflow for significant increases


Story ID: US-021
Epic: Inventory Management

Story: As a food service manager, I want to track expiration dates for perishable items, so that I can minimize waste and ensure food safety compliance.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can record expiration dates when receiving perishable items
  • System alerts when items are approaching expiration
  • Can view items sorted by expiration date
  • Expired items are flagged and can be automatically removed from sale
  • Can generate waste reports for expired items
  • FIFO (First In, First Out) recommendations for stock rotation

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 5 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Inventory management (US-017, US-018), Food safety regulations Notes: Consider integration with health department reporting requirements


👥 EPIC 5: Employee Management and Access Control

Description: Comprehensive employee management system with role-based access control, time tracking, and performance monitoring capabilities.

Business Objective: Ensure proper staff management, security, and operational accountability while supporting payroll and performance evaluation needs.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Secure employee authentication and authorization
  • Role-based access control for different system functions
  • Employee time tracking and shift management
  • Activity logging and performance metrics
  • Employee profile and permission management

User Stories: US-022, US-023, US-024, US-025, US-026

Priority: Medium Story Points Estimate: 29 Dependencies: Security infrastructure, HR policies

User Stories

Story ID: US-022
Epic: Employee Management and Access Control

Story: As a cinema administrator, I want to create and manage employee accounts with appropriate access levels, so that staff can perform their job functions while maintaining system security.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can create new employee accounts with personal information
  • Can assign roles that determine system access permissions
  • Can set employee status (active/inactive) and employment dates
  • Can modify employee information and role assignments
  • All employee data changes are logged for audit purposes
  • Can deactivate employees and transfer their transaction history

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 8 Priority: High Dependencies: Authentication system, Role definition framework Notes: Include data privacy compliance for employee information


Story ID: US-023
Epic: Employee Management and Access Control

Story: As an employee, I want to clock in and out of my shifts, so that my work hours are accurately tracked for payroll and scheduling.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can clock in at shift start with employee ID/badge
  • Can clock out at shift end with automatic duration calculation
  • System prevents duplicate clock-ins or missing clock-outs
  • Can view personal time tracking history
  • Managers can make time corrections with approval workflow
  • Integration points available for payroll system export

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 8 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Employee accounts (US-022), Time tracking infrastructure Notes: Consider mobile/tablet access for clock-in stations


Story ID: US-024
Epic: Employee Management and Access Control

Story: As a shift manager, I want to view employee activity logs and performance metrics, so that I can monitor productivity and identify training needs.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can view detailed activity logs for individual employees
  • Reports show sales performance, transaction counts, and error rates
  • Can filter activities by date range, employee, or activity type
  • Performance metrics include customer service indicators
  • Can generate performance reports for review meetings
  • Activity logs include system access and security events

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 5 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Employee activity logging, Sales transaction data Notes: Balance monitoring needs with employee privacy considerations


Story ID: US-025
Epic: Employee Management and Access Control

Story: As a system administrator, I want to configure role-based permissions and access controls, so that employees can only access functions appropriate to their position.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can define custom roles with specific permission sets
  • Permissions cover all system modules (POS, inventory, reports, admin)
  • Can assign multiple roles to employees if needed
  • Permission changes take effect immediately
  • Can view and audit current permission assignments
  • Role templates available for common positions

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 5 Priority: High Dependencies: Employee management (US-022), Security framework Notes: Include principle of least privilege in role design


Story ID: US-026
Epic: Employee Management and Access Control

Story: As a district manager, I want to view consolidated employee reports across locations, so that I can analyze staffing effectiveness and make operational decisions.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can generate reports combining data from multiple locations
  • Reports include staffing levels, productivity metrics, and costs
  • Can compare performance between employees and locations
  • Data can be exported for further analysis in external tools
  • Reports respect access controls for confidential information
  • Automated report scheduling and delivery options

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 3 Priority: Low Dependencies: Employee data aggregation, Multi-location support Notes: Consider data privacy regulations for cross-location reporting


🎯 EPIC 6: Customer Management and Loyalty

Description: Customer profile management system with purchase history tracking, loyalty program support, and targeted promotion capabilities.

Business Objective: Increase customer retention and lifetime value through personalized experiences and targeted marketing campaigns.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Comprehensive customer profile management
  • Purchase history tracking and analytics
  • Loyalty program point accumulation and redemption
  • Targeted promotion and discount code management
  • Customer communication and preference management

User Stories: US-027, US-028, US-029, US-030, US-031

Priority: Low Story Points Estimate: 26 Dependencies: Sales system integration, Marketing system integration

User Stories

Story ID: US-027
Epic: Customer Management and Loyalty

Story: As a customer service representative, I want to create and maintain customer profiles, so that we can provide personalized service and track customer preferences.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can create customer profiles with contact information
  • Can record customer preferences and special needs
  • Customer profiles link to purchase history automatically
  • Can update customer information and preferences
  • Can merge duplicate customer records
  • Data privacy controls protect customer information

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 5 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Data privacy framework, Customer identification system Notes: Ensure LGPD/GDPR compliance for customer data handling


Story ID: US-028
Epic: Customer Management and Loyalty

Story: As a marketing manager, I want to view customer purchase history and analytics, so that I can understand buying patterns and create targeted campaigns.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can view complete purchase history for individual customers
  • Analytics show spending patterns, frequency, and preferences
  • Can segment customers based on behavior and demographics
  • Purchase data includes tickets, concessions, and promotional usage
  • Can export customer data for marketing campaign tools
  • Trend analysis shows customer lifetime value metrics

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 8 Priority: Medium Dependencies: Sales transaction history, Customer profiles (US-027) Notes: Include data anonymization options for analytics


Story ID: US-029
Epic: Customer Management and Loyalty

Story: As a customer, I want to accumulate and redeem loyalty points for purchases, so that I receive rewards for my continued patronage.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Points are automatically earned based on purchase amounts
  • Can view current point balance and earning history
  • Can redeem points for discounts or free items
  • Point values and redemption rules are configurable
  • Points can expire based on business rules
  • Integration with POS system for seamless point transactions

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 8 Priority: Low Dependencies: Customer profiles (US-027), POS integration, Discount system Notes: Consider tiered loyalty levels for enhanced engagement


Story ID: US-030
Epic: Customer Management and Loyalty

Story: As a marketing coordinator, I want to create and manage targeted discount codes for customer segments, so that I can run promotional campaigns to increase sales and retention.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Can create discount codes with specific criteria and restrictions
  • Can target codes to customer segments or demographics
  • Can set usage limits, expiration dates, and discount amounts
  • Can track redemption rates and campaign effectiveness
  • Codes can be distributed through multiple channels
  • Can deactivate or modify codes as needed

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 3 Priority: Low Dependencies: Discount code system, Customer segmentation (US-028) Notes: Include A/B testing capabilities for campaign optimization


Story ID: US-031
Epic: Customer Management and Loyalty

Story: As a general manager, I want to view customer retention and loyalty program performance reports, so that I can evaluate program effectiveness and make strategic decisions.

Acceptance Criteria:

  • Reports show customer acquisition, retention, and churn rates
  • Loyalty program metrics include participation and redemption rates
  • Can analyze customer lifetime value and ROI of loyalty programs
  • Reports can be filtered by time period, customer segment, or program
  • Comparative analysis shows program performance trends
  • Data can be exported for executive presentations

Definition of Done:

  • Code is written and tested
  • All acceptance criteria are met
  • Code is reviewed and approved
  • Documentation is updated
  • Feature is deployed and verified

Story Points: 2 Priority: Low Dependencies: Customer analytics (US-028), Loyalty program (US-029) Notes: Include benchmarking against industry standards where available


📊 Summary

Total Epics: 6
Total User Stories: 31
Total Story Points: 183

Priority Breakdown:

  • High Priority: 3 epics, 97 story points
  • Medium Priority: 2 epics, 55 story points
  • Low Priority: 1 epic, 31 story points

Epic Dependencies:

  1. Movie Session Management → enables Ticket Sales
  2. Ticket Sales → required for comprehensive POS system
  3. POS system → drives Inventory Management
  4. Employee Management → supports all operational epics
  5. Customer Management → enhances POS and Ticket Sales
  1. Employee Management and Access Control (foundational security)
  2. Movie Session Management (core business capability)
  3. Ticket Sales and Management (primary revenue stream)
  4. Point of Sale and Concessions (secondary revenue stream)
  5. Inventory Management (operational efficiency)
  6. Customer Management and Loyalty (value enhancement)