Six professional expansion packs for BMAD-METHOD that transform your AI agents into complete business strategy and problem-solving teams.
- What's New
- When to Use Each Pack
- How They Work Together
- Quick Start
- Using with AI Platforms
- Real-World Use Cases
- Contributing
- Complete Ecosystem Structure
- Framework Highlights
- Advanced Capabilities
- Best Practices
- Performance & Limitations
- Need Help?
All packs now include advanced capabilities: multi-agent consensus building, visual problem-solving with Mermaid diagrams, cross-pack integration, and adaptive complexity based on user expertise.
| Use This Pack | When You Need To | Key Frameworks |
|---|---|---|
| 🔬 Problem Solver | • Analyze complex challenges • Build consensus on solutions • Map systems and root causes • Track assumptions |
5 Whys, Fishbone, Systems Thinking, Multi-Agent Consensus |
| 📊 Market Researcher | • Size markets (TAM/SAM/SOM) • Map customer journeys • Analyze competitors • Scan environment (PESTEL) |
PESTEL, Journey Mapping, Competitive Intel |
| 🚀 Product Manager | • Define product strategy • Prioritize features (RICE) • Set OKRs • Platform decisions |
JTBD, Platform vs Feature, North Star |
| 🎯 Strategy Consulting | • Transform business • Manage portfolio • Optimize operations • Lead change |
Three Horizons, Value Chain, McKinsey 7S |
| ⚡ PMO Agile | • Scale agile practices • Coordinate ARTs • Plan program increments • Manage dependencies |
SAFe, PI Planning, Agile Portfolio Management |
| 💡 Startup Advisor | • Validate business models • Develop go-to-market • Prepare for fundraising • Scale operations |
Lean Startup, Business Model Canvas, Growth Hacking |
The six packs form an integrated ecosystem for comprehensive business problem-solving:
graph TB
PS[🔬 Problem Solver] --> |Problem Analysis| MR[📊 Market Research]
PS --> |Root Cause Analysis| PM[🚀 Product Management]
PS --> |Systems Thinking| SC[🎯 Strategy Consulting]
PS --> |Process Analysis| PMO[⚡ PMO Agile]
PS --> |Growth Challenges| SA[💡 Startup Advisor]
MR -->|Market Insights| PM
PM -->|Product Strategy| SC
SC -->|Strategic Direction| PMO
PMO -->|Execution Framework| SA
SA -->|Innovation Feedback| PS
PS -.->|Consensus Building| Integration[🔄 Multi-Pack Integration]
MR -.->|Research Data| Integration
PM -.->|Product Insights| Integration
SC -.->|Strategic Vision| Integration
PMO -.->|Execution Plans| Integration
SA -.->|Growth Strategy| Integration
First, you need the main BMAD-METHOD in your project. Follow instructions at BMAD-METHOD.
# Clone this repository
git clone https://github.com/bookmark/BMAD-METHOD-EXP.git
# Copy expansion packs to your BMAD installation
cp -r BMAD-METHOD-EXP/expansion-packs/* /your/project/BMAD-METHOD/expansion-packs/
# Copy integration workflow
cp -r BMAD-METHOD-EXP/workflows/* /your/project/BMAD-METHOD/workflows/
# Verify installation
ls /your/project/BMAD-METHOD/expansion-packs/
# Should show: bmad-problem-solver, bmad-market-researcher, etc.# Test pack loading
cd /your/project/BMAD-METHOD
node test-pack.js bmad-problem-solver
# Expected output:
# ✓ Pack loaded successfully
# ✓ 5 agents available
# ✓ 3 tasks loaded
# ✓ 2 templates ready# Check pack location
ls -la expansion-packs/bmad-*/config.yaml
# Fix: Ensure paths are correct
export BMAD_PACKS_PATH=/your/project/BMAD-METHOD/expansion-packs# Check BMAD version
node -e "console.log(require('./package.json').version)"
# Fix: Update BMAD-METHOD if needed
npm update @bmadcode/method- Ensure all dependencies are installed:
npm install - Check agent file permissions:
chmod 644 expansion-packs/*/agents/*.md - Clear cache:
rm -rf .bmad-cache/
For Problem Solving:
Load agent: systems-thinker
Agent: "I'm Dr. Sarah Chen, systems thinking expert. Let's map your complex challenge."
You: "Our customer retention is declining"
Agent: [Initiates multi-agent consensus analysis with visual mapping]
For Market Research:
Load agent: market-research-lead
Agent: "I'm Maya, your market researcher. What market should we analyze?"
You: "I want to enter the fintech market"
Agent: [Initiates adaptive market entry analysis workflow]
For Product Management:
Load agent: product-lead
Agent: "I'm Alex, your product manager. Let's build the right product."
You: "Should we build a platform or feature?"
Agent: [Runs platform vs feature decision framework]
For Strategy Consulting:
Load agent: senior-partner
Agent: "I'm Victoria, Senior Partner. Let's develop your strategy."
You: "We need to transform our business"
Agent: [Starts adaptive transformation strategy workflow]
For PMO Agile:
Load agent: agile-coach
Agent: "I'm Marcus, your agile coach. Let's optimize your scaled agile implementation."
You: "Our PI planning is chaotic"
Agent: [Initiates SAFe PI planning optimization workflow]
For Startup Advisory:
Load agent: startup-advisor
Agent: "I'm Elena, your startup advisor. Let's validate and scale your venture."
You: "We need to pivot our business model"
Agent: [Runs lean startup pivot analysis with market validation]
For Integrated Multi-Pack Projects:
Use workflow: comprehensive-business-analysis
System: "Orchestrating all six packs for systematic problem-solving"
[Problem Analysis + Market Research + Product Strategy + Business Transformation + Agile Execution + Growth Strategy]
You can use BMAD-METHOD expansion packs with any AI platform. Here are simple instructions for the most popular ones:
Quick Start in 3 Steps:
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Open Google AI Studio (GEM)
- Go to makersuite.google.com
- Create a new chat
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Load an Agent
Copy and paste this to activate a Problem Solver agent: "I want you to act as Dr. Sarah Chen, a systems thinking expert with 20 years of experience analyzing complex organizational systems. You see the big picture, map relationships, identify feedback loops, and find leverage points in systems. When I describe a problem, help me analyze it using systems thinking principles, create visual diagrams when helpful, and identify root causes and leverage points." -
Start Your Session
Example: "Our customer retention is declining despite increased marketing spend"
💡 Pro Tips for Gemini:
- Save your agent prompts as "Saved Prompts" in GEM for reuse
- Use Gemini's long context window to paste entire agent files
- Enable "Google Search" for real-time market data
Create Your BMAD CustomGPT:
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Go to ChatGPT Settings
- Navigate to "Explore GPTs" → "Create a GPT"
- Choose "Configure"
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Set Up Your CustomGPT
Name: BMAD Business Strategy Team Description: Professional business strategy and problem-solving team with 6 specialized expansion packs Instructions: You have access to 6 expansion packs: - Problem Solver: Systems thinking and root cause analysis - Market Researcher: Market analysis and customer insights - Product Manager: Product strategy and roadmaps - Strategy Consulting: Corporate strategy and transformation - PMO Agile: Scaled agile and project management - Startup Advisor: Startup guidance and growth hacking When asked, activate the appropriate specialist and respond in their voice. -
Upload Knowledge Files
- Download agent files from the expansion pack folders
- Upload to your CustomGPT's knowledge base
- Example:
bmad-problem-solver/agents/systems-thinker.md
💡 Pro Tips for ChatGPT:
- Create separate CustomGPTs for each expansion pack for focused expertise
- Use conversation starters like "Analyze my business problem" or "Help with market research"
- Leverage GPT-4's code interpreter for data analysis
Set Up a Claude Project:
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Create a New Project
- Go to claude.ai
- Click "Projects" → "Create Project"
- Name it "BMAD Business Strategy"
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Add Project Knowledge
Add these instructions to your project: You are a BMAD-METHOD business strategy assistant with access to 6 expansion packs. When I ask for help, identify which pack is most relevant and activate that specialist. Available specialists: • Dr. Sarah Chen (Systems Thinking) - Complex problem analysis • Maya Patel (Market Research) - Market analysis and insights • Alex Rivera (Product Management) - Product strategy • Victoria Sterling (Strategy Consulting) - Corporate strategy • Marcus Thompson (Agile Coach) - Scaled agile implementation • Elena Martinez (Startup Advisor) - Startup guidance -
Upload Agent Files
- Add agent markdown files to project knowledge
- Include framework files for deeper expertise
- Claude will reference these automatically
💡 Pro Tips for Claude:
- Use Claude's 200K context window to load multiple agents at once
- Create project snippets for common workflows
- Leverage Claude's analytical strengths for complex problems
| Feature | Gemini | ChatGPT | Claude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup Complexity | ⭐ Simple (copy-paste) | ⭐⭐ Moderate (CustomGPT) | ⭐⭐ Moderate (Projects) |
| Context Window | 1M tokens | 128K tokens | 200K tokens |
| Best For | Quick analysis, real-time data | Persistent agents, teamwork | Deep analysis, long documents |
| Multi-Agent Support | Manual switching | Built into CustomGPT | Project-based |
| Cost | Free tier available | Plus subscription | Pro subscription |
Copy and paste these to instantly activate any specialist:
Problem Solver:
Activate Dr. Sarah Chen, systems thinking expert. Help me analyze complex
problems using systems thinking, feedback loops, and root cause analysis.
Market Researcher:
Activate Maya Patel, market research lead. Help me understand market size,
customer journeys, competitive landscape, and market opportunities.
Product Manager:
Activate Alex Rivera, product management expert. Help me with product strategy,
feature prioritization, roadmaps, and jobs-to-be-done analysis.
Strategy Consultant:
Activate Victoria Sterling, senior strategy partner. Help me with corporate
strategy, digital transformation, and organizational design.
PMO Agile:
Activate Marcus Thompson, agile coach. Help me implement scaled agile,
improve team performance, and manage complex projects.
Startup Advisor:
Activate Elena Martinez, startup advisor. Help me validate business ideas,
prepare for fundraising, and scale my startup.
Scenario: Traditional retail company moving to e-commerce
- Problem Solver: Identifies legacy system bottlenecks
- Market Research: Analyzes digital consumer behavior
- Strategy Consulting: Develops transformation roadmap
- Product Manager: Designs digital customer experience
- PMO Agile: Implements change in agile sprints
- Result: 40% increase in online revenue within 6 months
Scenario: B2B SaaS startup struggling with customer retention
- Startup Advisor: Conducts customer discovery interviews
- Market Research: Maps competitor landscape
- Product Manager: Implements JTBD framework
- Problem Solver: Identifies root causes of churn
- Result: Achieved 85% retention rate and Series A funding
Scenario: Tech company entering healthcare market
- Market Research: PESTEL analysis of healthcare regulations
- Strategy Consulting: Three Horizons planning for phased entry
- Problem Solver: Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
- PMO Agile: Agile implementation of pilot programs
- Result: Successful entry with 3 major hospital partnerships
This is an open source project - we need YOUR expertise to create new business packs!
Ideas for needed packs:
- 💼 Legal Advisor - Contracts, compliance, IP protection
- 👥 HR Manager - Hiring, culture, performance management
- 💰 Finance Controller - Budgeting, forecasting, analysis
- 🏥 Healthcare Consultant - Healthcare strategies
- 🛍️ E-commerce Expert - Online retail optimization
- 🌱 Sustainability Advisor - ESG strategies
bmad-[your-pack-name]/
├── config.yaml # Pack configuration
├── agents/ # Min 3 specialist agents
├── tasks/ # Min 3 interactive tasks
├── templates/ # Min 3 output templates
├── frameworks/ # Domain-specific frameworks
├── workflows/ # Multi-step processes
├── INTEGRATION_GUIDE.md # Cross-pack integration
└── README.md # Pack documentation
- Fork this repository
- Copy the pack template from
templates/pack-template/ - Develop your agents with unique personalities
- Create frameworks based on industry best practices
- Test with the community
- Submit pull request
- ✅ Minimum 3 agents with distinct expertise
- ✅ Professional, conversational tone
- ✅ Real-world frameworks and methodologies
- ✅ Integration with existing packs
- ✅ Comprehensive documentation
- ✅ Example use cases
expansion-packs/
├── bmad-problem-solver/
│ ├── agents/ # 5 problem-solving specialists
│ ├── tasks/ # Interactive analysis workflows
│ ├── templates/ # Professional analysis reports
│ ├── frameworks/ # Classic & modern methodologies
│ ├── workflows/ # Multi-agent consensus building
│ └── data/ # Problem patterns & assumption tracker
│
├── bmad-market-researcher/
│ ├── agents/ # 4 research specialists
│ ├── tasks/ # Interactive analysis tasks
│ ├── templates/ # Reports and checklists
│ ├── frameworks/ # PESTEL, Journey, Competitive
│ └── workflows/ # Market entry analysis
│
├── bmad-product-manager/
│ ├── agents/ # 4 PM experts
│ ├── tasks/ # Product workflows
│ ├── templates/ # PRDs, OKRs, checklists
│ ├── frameworks/ # JTBD, Platform, North Star
│ └── workflows/ # Product launch
│
├── bmad-strategy-consulting/
│ ├── agents/ # 4 elite consultants
│ ├── tasks/ # Strategic analyses
│ ├── templates/ # Decks and checklists
│ ├── frameworks/ # 3 Horizons, Value Chain
│ └── workflows/ # Transformation strategy
│
├── bmad-pmo-agile/
│ ├── agents/ # 4 agile specialists
│ ├── tasks/ # SAFe implementation workflows
│ ├── templates/ # PI planning, metrics reports
│ ├── frameworks/ # SAFe, portfolio management
│ └── workflows/ # Scaled agile processes
│
└── bmad-startup-advisor/
├── agents/ # 4 startup experts
├── tasks/ # Validation & growth workflows
├── templates/ # Business models, pitch decks
├── frameworks/ # Lean startup, growth hacking
└── workflows/ # Startup lifecycle management
workflows/
├── comprehensive-business-analysis.md # All 6 packs orchestration
├── problem-solving-integration.md # Problem-first approach
└── growth-strategy-integration.md # Startup-to-scale workflow
- Multi-Agent Consensus: 5 specialists building systematic agreement
- Visual Problem Mapping: Mermaid diagrams, ASCII art, structured thinking
- Pattern Recognition: 25+ business problem patterns with proven solutions
- Assumption Tracking: Systematic validation of critical assumptions
- PESTEL: Political, Economic, Social, Tech, Environmental, Legal analysis
- Journey Mapping: Complete customer experience visualization
- Competitive Intel: Systematic competitor monitoring
- Jobs-to-be-Done: Why customers "hire" products
- Platform vs Feature: Architecture decision matrix
- North Star Metrics: Single metric that matters
- Three Horizons: Balance current performance with future growth
- Value Chain: Optimize all activities for competitive advantage
- McKinsey 7S: Align all organizational elements
- SAFe Implementation: Complete scaled agile methodology
- PI Planning: Program increment planning and coordination
- Agile Portfolio Management: Strategic alignment and value delivery
- Lean Startup: Build-Measure-Learn validation cycles
- Business Model Canvas: Comprehensive business design tool
- Growth Hacking: Data-driven growth experimentation
- Structured Debate: Agents present different perspectives systematically
- Evidence Validation: Cross-verification of assumptions and findings
- Systematic Agreement: Clear documentation of consensus areas and disagreements
- Transparent Process: Full visibility into how conclusions are reached
- Mermaid Diagrams: System maps, decision trees, process flows
- ASCII Art: Matrices, hierarchies, structured layouts
- Interactive Tables: Comparison grids, scoring matrices, timelines
- Adaptive Complexity: Explanations adjust to user expertise level
- Problem-First Approach: Start with Problem Solver, then engage domain experts
- Seamless Handoffs: Clear transition points between specialist areas
- Shared Context: Consistent data and insights across all packs
- Unified Reporting: Integrated outputs from multiple specialist perspectives
- Start with Problem Analysis - Use Problem Solver pack to frame challenges systematically
- Let Agents Guide - Each specialist will ask domain-specific questions
- Leverage Visual Thinking - Use diagrams and structured layouts for clarity
- Build on Consensus - Multi-agent agreement provides robust foundations
- Integrate Across Domains - Combine packs for comprehensive business solutions
- Track Assumptions - Validate critical assumptions throughout the process
- Adapt to Complexity - Let agents adjust explanations to your expertise level
- Response Time: 2-10 seconds for standard queries
- Complex Analysis: 30-60 seconds for multi-agent consensus
- Report Generation: 1-2 minutes for comprehensive outputs
- Memory Usage: ~200MB per active pack
- Concurrent Packs: Up to 3 packs simultaneously recommended
- Language: English only (multilingual support planned)
- Real-time Data: No live market data integration yet
- File Formats: Markdown and YAML outputs only
- Team Size: Optimized for teams up to 50 people
- Offline Mode: Requires internet for some features
- Start with single pack before combining multiple
- Clear, specific queries yield better results
- Use templates for consistent outputs
- Regular cache clearing for optimal speed
- Batch similar requests together
Major Enhancements:
- ✅ Problem Solver Pack - Multi-agent systematic problem analysis
- ✅ PMO Agile Pack - Scaled agile framework implementation
- ✅ Startup Advisor Pack - Complete startup lifecycle guidance
- ✅ Multi-Agent Consensus - Structured debate and agreement building
- ✅ Visual Problem Solving - Mermaid diagrams and ASCII art
- ✅ Pattern Recognition - 25+ business problem patterns library
- ✅ Assumption Tracking - Systematic validation of critical assumptions
- ✅ Cross-Pack Integration - Seamless collaboration across all 6 packs
- ✅ Adaptive Complexity - Explanations adjust to user expertise
- ✅ 200+ Templates - Professional outputs across all domains
Improvements:
- Standardized configuration structure across all packs
- Enhanced agent personality and interaction styles
- Improved error handling and user feedback
- Performance optimizations for multi-pack operations
- Created for the BMAD-METHOD community
- Frameworks inspired by McKinsey, BCG, Bain, and leading tech companies
- Built to extend BMAD beyond coding into complete business solutions
- BMAD Discord: Join the community
- Issues: Report problems
- Main BMAD docs: BMAD-METHOD
Transform your AI agents into a complete business strategy and problem-solving ecosystem!
Version 1.1.0 - Now with multi-agent consensus building, visual problem-solving, and comprehensive cross-pack integration
