Identifying Requirements
In this chapter, we will discuss the role of a Business Analyst and different types of software requirements. Then, we will review some important factors that will help gain project sponsors’ confidence and trust. Finally, we will explore common sources to look out for that help us spot and identify business requirements. We will also touch upon, at a high level, some business analysis lingo that you should be aware of to be able to facilitate business analysis activities. Remember, we wish to identify requirements at a very high level. We will do a deep dive into understanding requirements in more detail and from different perspectives during the elicitation phase, which will be covered in the next chapter.
In this chapter, we will cover the following topics:
- The role of business analysis in identifying requirement sources
- Securing support from the project sponsor
- Common sources where you can identify business requirements
- Real-life scenarios with examples
- Practical tips for success
By the end of this chapter, you will have a good idea of where and how to find requirements that will help you with requirements gathering. You’ll also know what you should do to understand current processes and observe the inefficiencies, roadblocks, and opportunities surrounding them.
