In Guidewire SurePath methodology, documenting high-qualityUser Story Cardsis a critical responsibility of the Business Analyst. To support this, Guidewire provides standardized collateral that defineshow stories should be written, structured, and refinedto ensure consistency and clarity across implementations. The correct resource for this purpose is theSurePath collateral – User Story Handbook, makingOption Bthe correct answer.
TheUser Story Handbookis specifically designed for Business Analysts working on Guidewire projects. It provides detailed guidance on how to document user stories, including recommended story formats, required elements, and examples aligned with Guidewire best practices. The handbook explains how to capture business intent, define scope boundaries, and write clear, testable acceptance criteria that support Agile delivery.
This resource also aligns user stories withGuidewire out-of-the-box (OOTB) functionality, helping analysts avoid unnecessary customization and ensuring that requirements are value-driven. It supports consistency across teams by establishing a shared understanding of what constitutes a “ready” story before it enters development.
The other options are incorrect. Miro-based resources (Options A and D) may be used as collaboration or visualization tools but are not official Guidewire guidance for documenting user stories. The “User Story Guide” (Option C) is not the recognized SurePath resource; theUser Story Handbookis the authoritative reference.
By using the SurePathUser Story Handbook, Business Analysts ensure that stories are well-structured, aligned with Agile principles, and ready for elaboration, story huddles, and successful implementation within Guidewire InsuranceSuite.
