Analysis Phase
Key Focus | Key Process Steps | Key Milestones | Important Things to Do Now
Key focus: What really needs to be done?
This phase is focused on 'what is the problem?' and 'what will the solution look like?'. If you start a project with a solution and look for a problem to solve then it is likely to end in drama.
Key Process Steps
- Assess the risk
- Work out communication and change management plans
- Work out the schedule for next phases
- Identify the business requirements
- Identify key stakeholders
Key Milestones
- Signed business requirements
- Schedule approved
- Phase review
Important Things to Do Now
- Ensure you have signed and explicit requirements
- Keep notes of all discussions
- Have a formal list of stakeholders who must be consulted
