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New Post 8/17/2016 6:47 AM
User is offline M Singh
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Requirements Capture and Organisation 

Hi

I am starting off as a BA, and a core part of my role (initially) will be capturing requirements and documenting them. I was just wondering if there are any templates which can be used to document these requirements in a logical manner which can then be used within a RTM (Requirements Traceability Matrix).

Secondly, I will be doing some As-Is and To-Be diagrams, what is the best way to document these? Any document templates to highlight key points for discussion

Thanks

 
New Post 8/25/2016 5:40 PM
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Re: Requirements Capture and Organisation 

M Singh-

I found this PDF to be very helpful for as-is and to-be diagrams.  

Business Requirements Document - NYU

 

Question for you - Should all Use Cases be included in the Business Requirement document? 

 

 

 


 

 

 
New Post 9/4/2016 9:38 PM
User is offline *FJC
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Re: Requirements Capture and Organisation 

Hi,

 M Singh: As you mentioned, it is a good start and if you know what your tasks would be then following any particular methodology will be a bit harder. Try to understand why is the requirement, what changes will it make and what is to be done to get over the problem. Document what you have understood. This will be your BRS. 

Though many templates are also available for BRS and FRS. 

 

Thanks,

*FJC     

 
New Post 7/9/2023 4:22 AM
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Re: Requirements Capture and Organisation 
Modified By Chris Adams  on 7/9/2023 1:12:42 PM)

Try tools like GoScope.AI (https://goscope.ai/), they automate the process somewhat. You still need to curate the data that it provides and it has Jira integration but no RTM or diagram functionality unfortunately...

 
New Post 3/29/2023 10:46 AM
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Re: Requirements Capture and Organisation 

That is a good place to start, and it will be a little more difficult to follow any particular methodology if you know what your tasks will be. Attempt to comprehend why the requirement is necessary, what adjustments it will entail, and what needs to be done to solve the issue. Keep a record of your understanding.

 
New Post 3/22/2024 7:33 AM
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Re: Requirements Capture and Organisation 
Modified By Chris Adams  on 3/22/2024 10:47:19 AM)

Hi, I’ve been a Business Analyst for just over 7 years now and found that Requirements Engineering is a big part of being a BA.

So if you’re looking into further advancing your career and honing your knowledge I’d suggest looking to the BCS Diploma!

I’ve been a freelance tutor for the past 2 years teaching this course virtually at competitive prices and also work for The Knowledge Academy as well as being a full time Senior BA

Message me on LinkedIn for more details: Indervir Bansal 

 
New Post 4/13/2023 7:42 AM
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Re: Requirements Capture and Organisation 
Modified By Chris Adams  on 4/13/2023 11:14:01 AM)

Thanks for sharing. 

 
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