This document discusses the analysis phase of the instructional design process. It explains that the analysis phase involves conducting a training needs analysis through various types of analysis like context analysis, user analysis, work analysis, and content analysis. The purpose of needs analysis is to identify performance gaps, set training priorities, and inform training decisions. Needs assessment techniques may include observation, questionnaires, interviews, and focus groups. The output of the analysis phase is a job analysis report containing training recommendations and course content.