Systems Analysis & Design
Tag Archive: Scope Definition
Purpose of phase:
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Is the problem worth looking at?
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If problem worth looking at, the following needs to be established …
- Size & boundaries of project
- Project vision
- Constraints or limitations
- Required project participants
- Budget & Schedule
Tasks:
1.1 Identify baseline problems & opportunities
1.2 Negotiate baseline scope
1.3 Assess baseline project worthiness
1.4 Develop baseline schedule & budget
1.5 Communicate the Project Plan
Feasibility Checkpoint: Go or NO-GO?
Participants:
- System Owners
- Project Managers
- System Analysts
Deliverables:
- Problem Statement (PIECES Framework)
- Scope Statement
- Statement of Work
Reference: SAD pg 79, 167
The following 6 categories are useful for classifying problems, opportunities & directives (NOTE: Some problems may fall into multiple categories):
Performance
Information (& data)
Economics
Control (or security)
Efficiency (of people & processes)
Service (to customers, suppliers, partners, employees)
Reference: SAD pg 77
