What are two recommended best practices with user interface (UI) mock-ups in a ClaimCenter implementation...

In a Guidewire implementation, User Interface (UI) mock-ups serve as critical visual aids to bridge the gap between written business requirements and the final technical solution.

Best Practice 1 (Option B):While sophisticated prototyping tools (like Balsamiq or Axure) are valuable, they are not always strictly necessary for every change. A "low-fidelity" mock-up is often sufficient and highly effective for minor adjustments. If a BA lacks access to specialized software, the recommended best practice is to take a screenshot of the existing ClaimCenter screen and overlay it with text boxes, arrows, or simple graphics (using tools like Paint or PowerPoint) to clearly indicate where fields should be added, moved, or removed. The goal is clarity of intent, not artistic perfection.

Best Practice 2 (Option D):Traceability is fundamental to the Agile and hybrid methodologies used in Guidewire projects. Every artifact, including mock-ups, must be traceable back to the specificUser StoryorRequirement Numberit supports. By explicitly documenting the requirement number on or with the mock-up, the BA ensures that developers understand exactly which functionality is being visualized and that QA testers can validate the final screen against the correct scope.

Why other options are incorrect:

Option A:A live demo shows thecurrentstate. It cannot effectively demonstratefuturechanges (fields that don't exist yet) without a visual mock-up to accompany the explanation.

Option C:Stating that tools "should not be used" is incorrect; tools are generally encouraged when available to create high-fidelity prototypes.