It is a typical challenge in project management of a software development project or in the selection of software to take all wishes/idea/requirements of the (future) users into account. However, a prioritization is required at some point. Criteria such as the relationship between development effort and benefit (time savings, competitive advantages) are helpful. A more basic prioritization is a classification as per the following: Must have, Should have, Could have and Won't have. In short: MuSCow.

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Sebastian Zang has cultivated a distinguished career in the IT industry, leading a wide range of software initiatives with a strong emphasis on automation and corporate growth. In his current role as Vice President Partners & Alliances at Beta Systems Software AG, he draws on his extensive expertise to spearhead global technological innovation. A graduate of Universität Passau, Sebastian brings a wealth of international experience, having worked across diverse markets and industries. In addition to his technical acumen, he is widely recognized for his thought leadership in areas such as automation, artificial intelligence, and business strategy.