This technique is used in a few different business analysis tasks in some knowledge areas in the BABOK® v3 guide. These tasks include the following:
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Task |
The reason this technique is used |
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Define the future state |
To model the more complex decisions that are required during the definition of the future state for a solution or initiative |
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Specify and model the requirements |
To demonstrate a decision path by showing it in a decision model, such as a decision tree, table, or diagram |
Decision modeling is an effective way to share information with stakeholders when discussing impacts, decision flows, and dependencies. It also helps to simplify complex decision-making.
The next technique you need to include in your preparation is document analysis.