2. Scope

2.1. Description

The second phase of the SQL Power Methodology defines the scope and the plan of each of the Business Intelligence projects outlined in the BI Evolution Roadmap developed in the BI Vision phase. The project?s scope, plan, quality plan, required resources, etc. are documented in the Project Charter that must be signed off by the BI Steering Committee.

2.2. Objectives

The objectives of this phase include:

• Define scope and plan for each identified BI project
• Develop Project Charter
• Gather and document business requirements
• Assess technical state of required infrastructure
• Organize project team
• Compile and publish project schedule
• Develop and obtain sign off on the Project Charter

2.3. Inputs

The inputs for this phase include:

• BI Evolution Roadmap
• BI Matrix
• Business readiness assessment
• Technical assessment
• Resource availability

2.4. Activities/Tasks

The activities of this phase include:

1. Review BI Evolution Roadmap and high level project scope
2. Develop Project Charter
3. Gather Business Requirements
4. Develop Quality Plan
5. Conduct Technology Assessment
6. Develop Project Schedule (timeline, resources)
7. Obtain Sign-off of the Project Charter

2.5. Deliverables

The deliverables of this phase include:

• Approved Project Charter and Project Schedule
• Business Requirements Document
• Quality Plan
• Technology Assessment
• Change Management Plan
• Review of the required infrastructure
• Recommendations for new technology infrastructure
• Allocated project team
• Allocated resources

The Scope phase will define in detail each of the BI projects that have been identified. It defines the scope, timelines and resources for the new project.