Creative Intelligence Suite (CIS)

Innovation, brainstorming, and creative problem-solving tools for the BMad Method

Overview

BMad Creative Intelligence Suite (CIS) brings structured creativity and innovation methodologies to the BMad Method ecosystem. It provides workflows and agents specialized in brainstorming, design thinking, creative problem-solving, and innovation facilitation.

Module Code: cis

Key Features

• Structured Brainstorming - Facilitated ideation with proven techniques
• Design Thinking Workflows - Human-centered problem-solving processes
• Innovation Frameworks - Apply innovation methodologies systematically
• Creative Problem-Solving - Tackle complex challenges creatively
• Idea Evaluation - Assess and prioritize ideas objectively
• Concept Development - Transform ideas into actionable concepts
• Creative Writing Support - Content creation and storytelling
• Innovation Agents - Specialized personas for creative facilitation

Installation

Install CIS during initial setup:

npx bmad-method install
# Select Creative Intelligence Suite when prompted

Or add it to an existing installation:

npx bmad-method install --modules cis

For non-interactive installation:

npx bmad-method install --modules cis --yes

Repository Information

GitHub: bmad-code-org/bmad-module-creative-intelligence-suite

NPM Package: bmad-creative-intelligence-suite

Type: Official BMad Module

Default Selected: No (opt-in during installation)

Specialized Agents

CIS provides creative facilitation agent personas:

Innovation Facilitator

Expertise in:

• Brainstorming facilitation
• Innovation methodologies
• Creative thinking techniques
• Idea generation strategies
• Group creativity dynamics

Design Thinking Coach

Expertise in:

• Human-centered design
• Empathy mapping
• Problem framing
• Prototyping strategies
• User research integration

Creative Strategist

Expertise in:

• Idea evaluation and prioritization
• Concept development
• Strategic creativity
• Business model innovation
• Go-to-market strategy

Content Creator

Expertise in:

• Creative writing
• Storytelling techniques
• Content strategy
• Narrative structure
• Audience engagement

Core Workflows

Structured Brainstorming

Facilitated ideation sessions with proven techniques:

/workflow brainstorm

Techniques:

• Mind mapping
• SCAMPER method
• Six thinking hats
• Reverse brainstorming
• Brainwriting

Outputs:

• Generated ideas
• Categorized concepts
• Initial evaluation
• Next steps

Design Thinking Process

Human-centered problem-solving:

/workflow design-thinking

Phases:

1. Empathize - Understand user needs
2. Define - Frame the problem
3. Ideate - Generate solutions
4. Prototype - Create tangible concepts
5. Test - Gather feedback and iterate

Outputs:

• Empathy maps
• Problem statements
• Solution concepts
• Prototype plans
• Testing results

Innovation Sprint

Compressed innovation process for rapid concept development:

/workflow innovation-sprint

Duration: Typically 1-5 days

Activities:

• Challenge definition
• Rapid ideation
• Concept sketching
• Prototyping
• Stakeholder feedback

Outputs:

• Validated concepts
• Prototype artifacts
• Implementation roadmap

Idea Evaluation Matrix

Objectively assess and prioritize ideas:

/workflow evaluate-ideas

Evaluation Criteria:

• Feasibility
• Desirability
• Viability
• Impact potential
• Resource requirements

Outputs:

• Scored ideas
• Priority ranking
• Risk assessment
• Recommendation report

Creative Problem-Solving

Systematic approach to complex challenges:

/workflow creative-problem-solving

Process:

1. Clarify the challenge
2. Explore the data
3. Frame problems and opportunities
4. Generate ideas
5. Develop solutions
6. Build acceptance

Outputs:

• Problem analysis
• Solution options
• Action plans
• Stakeholder buy-in strategy

Content Ideation

Generate content ideas and narratives:

/workflow content-ideation

Content Types:

• Blog posts and articles
• Marketing campaigns
• Product narratives
• Documentation
• Educational content

Outputs:

• Content themes
• Story outlines
• Key messages
• Content calendar

Creative Techniques

CIS incorporates proven creativity methods:

Divergent Thinking

• Brainstorming variations
• Analogical thinking
• Random word association
• Provocation techniques
• What if scenarios

Convergent Thinking

• Dot voting
• Multi-criteria analysis
• Affinity grouping
• Impact/effort matrix
• Feasibility assessment

Lateral Thinking

• Edward de Bono’s Six Thinking Hats
• Random entry
• Provocation and movement
• Challenge assumptions
• Escape thinking patterns

Innovation Methodologies

CIS supports multiple innovation frameworks:

Design Thinking

Human-centered innovation from IDEO and Stanford d.school

Lean Startup

Build-Measure-Learn cycles for rapid validation

Business Model Canvas

Strategic innovation and business model design

Jobs to Be Done

Outcome-driven innovation framework

Blue Ocean Strategy

Value innovation and uncontested market creation

Configuration Variables

CIS defines its own configuration variables during installation. See the module’s module.yaml in the GitHub repository for current configuration options.

Common configurations include:

• Creative artifacts storage location
• Preferred brainstorming techniques
• Innovation framework preferences
• Collaboration tools integration

Integration with BMM

CIS enhances BMad Method workflows with creative techniques:

Discovery Phase

• Structured brainstorming for project ideas
• Problem framing workshops
• Opportunity identification

Planning Phase

• Creative product naming
• Value proposition design
• Feature ideation

Architecture Phase

• Creative solution exploration
• Architectural alternatives
• Innovation in technical design

Implementation

• Creative problem-solving for blockers
• Innovation retrospectives
• Continuous improvement ideation

Best Practices

Brainstorming

1. Set clear objectives and constraints
2. Defer judgment during ideation
3. Encourage wild ideas
4. Build on others’ ideas
5. Go for quantity first, quality later

Design Thinking

1. Maintain user empathy throughout
2. Embrace ambiguity and iteration
3. Prototype early and often
4. Gather diverse perspectives
5. Test assumptions with real users

Idea Evaluation

1. Use objective criteria
2. Separate creation from judgment
3. Consider multiple dimensions
4. Involve diverse evaluators
5. Document decision rationale

Example Use Cases

Product Innovation

# Generate product ideas
/workflow brainstorm

# Evaluate and prioritize
/workflow evaluate-ideas

# Develop top concepts
/workflow design-thinking

Process Improvement

# Identify process challenges
/workflow creative-problem-solving

# Design improved workflow
/agent design-thinking-coach

Content Strategy

# Generate content ideas
/workflow content-ideation

# Develop narrative
/agent content-creator

Business Model Innovation

# Explore business model alternatives
/workflow innovation-sprint

# Evaluate business model options
/agent creative-strategist

Collaboration Features

Team Brainstorming

• Facilitate remote or in-person sessions
• Capture all ideas systematically
• Ensure equal participation
• Synthesize group insights

Stakeholder Workshops

• Guide diverse groups through creative processes
• Build consensus around ideas
• Align on priorities
• Create shared vision

Innovation Culture

• Establish regular innovation rituals
• Normalize creative risk-taking
• Celebrate experimentation
• Document and share learnings

Output Artifacts

CIS generates structured creative outputs:

• Idea Libraries - Organized collections of ideas
• Empathy Maps - User understanding artifacts
• Journey Maps - User experience visualizations
• Concept Sketches - Visual idea representations
• Innovation Reports - Documented outcomes and recommendations
• Content Outlines - Structured writing frameworks

Support and Resources

• GitHub: Repository
• Discord: Get help in the #creative-intelligence channel
• Issues: Report bugs or request features on GitHub
• Examples: Sample innovation sessions and outputs

Next Steps

Innovation Tutorials

Learn creative facilitation with CIS

BMad Method Module

Core BMad framework

Workflow Reference

All available workflows

Module Overview

All BMad modules