Requirements Analysis

An information systems project, either in the realm of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Enterprise Content Management (ECM) is usually intended to satisfy many diverse needs. In order to ensure the success of the system, these needs have to be written down. This is the essence of the Requirements Analysis phase.

A Requirements Analysis is undertaken to define “what” is needed in order to improve business processes and achieve the organization's vision for productivity and growth. The process of documenting requirements is invaluable because it enables a project team to establish a common understanding of their unique characteristics and the value of specific product features and functions to the organization. They describe typical use case scenarios, process workflows and communicate areas of focus for improvement.

The Requirements Analysis or a subset of that document is issued to vendors so they can focus their technical presentations on your company's needs. Without Requirements a vendor sets the agenda and demonstrates what they want to show you.