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Which roadmap can you add user stories
Linking user stories to a roadmap card to track them as an initiative is supported on release roadmaps on StoriesOnBoard. A release roadmap allows you to track a single release' progression and display its always up-to-date status and estimation reports. However, you can also link multiple releases or even user stories to single roadmap card to track them.
How to link user stories to roadmap cards
1. Make sure that the roadmap you use is a release roadmap
2. Create a new roadmap card or select one to link user stories to it
3. Select the roadmap card you want to link user stories
4. Select the "Link cards" option
5. Choose your cards you want to add to your initiative
6. Access status report and estimation reports
Step-by-step guide to link user stories to a roadmap card
Create a release roadmap or open an existing release roadmap you have. Then select the roadmap card you want to link user stories to it and select the "Link cards" option.
💡 Tip - Learn more about How to create a release roadmap.
💡 Tip - Learn more about How to link release(s) to a roadmap card.
Then choose the story map where your story cards are located and select user stories to be linked to the roadmap card.
Once you saved your selection, you will be able to access more details about the linked cards. A summarized status overview will be displayed on the roadmap card itself and you will be able to access status and estimation reports in details of the linked cards.
Use cases for tracking user stories as an initiative on the roadmap
Tracking selected user stories as an initiative on the product roadmap is useful in several scenarios. Let's take a look at a few examples:
Feature development & enhancements
When rolling out a major feature, individual user stories contribute to different aspects of its functionality. Grouping them as an initiative helps teams track progress toward the full feature release rather than viewing each story in isolation.
Customer-focused improvements
If multiple user stories are focused on improving a specific pain point or user experience, tracking them as an initiative ensures cohesive delivery.
Technical debt reduction & refactoring
Modernization efforts often involve multiple smaller tasks. Grouping these user stories under an initiative keeps technical teams aligned on long-term stability.
Compliance & regulatory changes
When new laws or security standards require updates, tracking related stories as an initiative ensures teams address all necessary changes systematically.
Cross-team coordination in SAFe or large enterprises
In scaled Agile environments, multiple teams may work on interdependent user stories that contribute to a larger business goal. Initiatives ensure alignment across teams.
Experimentation & A/B testing
When testing new ideas or optimizing features, tracking related user stories as an initiative allows teams to measure impact and iterate effectively.
Seasonal or event-based initiatives
For time-sensitive projects, like holiday promotions or industry events, grouping user stories ensures timely execution.
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