Methodology is a tool kit not a process – Choose wisely. Methodologies contain many tools and techniques, such as, process, data , use case and class modelling, sequence diagramming and state transition diagramming, prototyping and report templates. Not all these tools have to be used for every project. So choose wisely and create your own fast path routes for completing different types of projects by preparing your own Business Analysis Project Planning Map. Build on your experiences and fine tune your product each time you undertake a new assignment. http://www.tdan.com/view-articles/6089

1. SDLC Governance Framework
Project Management
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RUP
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Project Review
Servcie Request
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Project Brief
Project Approach
Business Case
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System Implementation Plan
Data Conversion & Custover
Business Process Procedures
Training Material (User & IT)
Service Level Agreement
PIR Report
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Tender Contract
Analysis
Package Evaluation
Construction
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Functional Specification
Non-Functional Specification
System Test Cases
Technical Specification
Component Design
Elaboration
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Implementation
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2. SSADM v RUP Phase Deliverable List
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Deliverable List
RUP
SSADM / IE
Planning
Inception
Project Brief
Business Case
Business Objectives
Information Needs
Context Diagram (Process & data list)
Clustered CRUD Matrix
Analysis
Elaboration (requirements)
Business Requirements
Process Model
Decision Tree / Decision Table
Logical Data Model
Entity Life History
Mini-Specifications
Glossary
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(analysis & design)
Functional Specification
Specification of what is done in the
arena that the system will provide
automated support.
Design
Describe how the system operates
within the system boundary, in sufficient
detail to develop system components.
Construction
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Implementation
Transition
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Technical Specification
Structure Chart
Physical Data Model (DB)
Screen Prototype
Test Plan / Strategy
Test Scripts
Pseudo Code
Screen Design
Source Code
Test Logs
System Implementation Plan
Data Conversion & Cutover
Business Process Procedures
Support & Operations Manuals
Training Materials
Service Level Agreement
RUP
Vision
Business Case Model
Business Use Case (business process)
Activity Diagrams
Business Use Case Model
Business Object Model
Supplementary Specification
Use Case Model
Use Case Package
Use Case Specification (system)
Activity Diagram
Boundary Classes
Requirements Attributes
Supplementary Specification
Glossary
System Test Cases & Procedures
Software Architecture (Design Packages)
Use Case Realisation
Sequence or Collaboration Diagram
Class Model
State Diagram
Screen Prototype
Data Model
Component Test Cases & Procedures
Implementation Subsystem
Component Diagram
Source Code
Deployment Plans
Release Notes
Training Materials
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3. 27/01/2014
Business Analysis Project Planning Map
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Sequence Diagram
Use Case Realisation
Transaction Analysis
Module Structure Charts
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Functional Specification
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Detailed Evaluation Report
Market Scan Report
Solution Architcture Report
Business Specification
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Project Brief & Approach (complex)
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Context Diagram
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Organisation Scope
Product Scope
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Data Scope
Interface Summary
Solution Approach
Cost Benefit Analysis
Business Analysis
Measures & Information Needs
Process Requirements
Data Requirements
Interface Specification
Solution Automation Boundaries
Solution Options
Package Evaluation
Evaluation Criteria
Vendor Response
Product Evaluation
Product Short List
Final Selection
Functional Design
Design Principles
System Function List
Function Specification
System Interface Map
Screen Prototype
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Technology Architecture
Program - Component Specification
Database Design
Screen Design
Report Design
Component Test Script
Integration Test Script
User Acceptance Script
Actors
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Project Selection
Impact Analysis
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Project Planning Deliverable
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Note: The objective of this planning tool is to provide a framework for selecting the appropriate products/ deliverables to complete a project using just enough process (JEP).
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4. Business Analysis Competency Development Plan
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Business Analysis Training Profile
Use Case Workshop
Process Specialist
2 days
Business Writing Skills
Structured Business Analysis
(Process & Data)
1 days
Internal Consultant
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Rising Stars
Presentation Skills
Facilitation Skills
2 days
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Data Management
Esentials
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Data Specialist
2-3 solid DB projects with
6 - 12 months between
courses
OOA + OOD Using UML
5 Days
1- 2 solid projects with 6 -12
months between courses
Technical Architecture
Integration & Development
5 days
Solution Specialist
Rising Stars
Prior project experience listed
earlier (3 -5 projects).
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