Discovery Phase Document

The purpose of this assignment is to understand the early stages in the project lifecycle. In this project, you will complete a discovery phase document which includes identification of business objectives, high level requirements, workflows, and objectives and goals with measurable outcomes based on key performance indicators (KPIs). The discovery phase document will be presented to the leaders of the business.

Write a 500-750 word report that describes how you will apply both process improvement and knowledge of emerging solutions in workflow management to the project discovery phase. This phase is focused on objectives and measurable outcomes through key performance indicators (KPIs). Write this assignment from the perspective of an IT manager or director. Integrate the problem statement and the workflow from Topics 1 and 2, respectively. How will you approach this problem with a technology solution? What are your recommendations for solving this problem?

Include the following in the discovery phase document:

Executive summary of the project

Problem statement

Impacted processes and stakeholders

Project objectives and high level requirements

Goals with identified key performance indicator

An appendix containing your workflow document

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.