I’ve been working on a few business projects recently which have highlighted again to me the value of taking the time to craft well-defined requirements.
Requirements are the road to solid end-states, and without them, a business or project will meander all over the place trying to find what it needs to get the job done.
So what does a well-defined requirement look like?
The requirement should lay out what the business needs in order to reach its strategic goals and/or end-states. It should be clear, concise, understandable, and measurable. The requirement should be “testable” and be nested within your business or corporate strategy.
The format varies, but the need to take some time to properly define, articulate, and communicate your requirements should be a key component of your business strategy and plans. Don’t forget to take the time to craft some good ones.