Functional analysis of a project
The functional analysis focuses on the theoretical approach to the technological development of a project, addressing all its components from a global business and system perspective.
Functional analysis features
Analysis Approach
The starting point is not the technology, but the business model and its actual operation. From there, a functional vision is built that allows: translating business needs into concrete functionalities, defining clear and coherent processes, avoiding over-engineering or unnecessarily complex solutions, and laying a solid foundation for future development.
What does the functional analysis include?
The result of the functional analysis is a detailed document that describes: All the processes and workflows of the system The connections and interactions between platforms and services The functional and visual design of the different components and environments The functionality of each module, both at the Front-end and Back Office level The different user roles and their permissions
Technological ecosystem
The analysis comprehensively studies the entire digital ecosystem of the company, including —among others— systems such as: ERP CRM PIM POS Automation and analytics systems External platforms and specific integrations This approach allows for understanding how all systems interact with each other and ensures that the whole functions coherently, scalably, and efficiently.
Scope and ultimate goal
The functional analysis does not include development or technical implementation. Its purpose is to precisely define what needs to be built and how it should function, serving as: Guide for subsequent developments Basis for technical decision-making Tool for estimations, planning, and prioritization
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