For the implementation of a system, the Business Analyst (BA) will undertake several critical steps to ensure the successful addition and implementation of these functionalities. These steps include:
- Requirement Gathering: The BA will initiate detailed discussions with stakeholders to understand the specific needs and objectives for the dashboard and audit features. This will involve identifying key performance indicators (KPIs) for the dashboard and determining the audit trail requirements to ensure compliance and accountability.
- Analysis and Specification: After gathering requirements, the BA will analyze the information to develop clear and comprehensive specifications for both the dashboard and audit components. This analysis will help in outlining the data sources, user interface design, and interaction mechanisms for the dashboard, as well as the events to be audited, audit log structure, and access controls for the audit feature.
- Design Collaboration: Working closely with the design and development teams, the BA will help translate the requirements and specifications into functional designs. This includes creating wireframes or mock-ups for the dashboard to visualize data presentation and user interactions, as well as specifying the technical architecture for the audit trail system.
- Prioritization and Roadmapping: The BA will assist in prioritizing the development tasks based on stakeholder value, resource availability, and project timelines. This involves creating a roadmap for the phased rollout of the dashboard and audit functionalities, ensuring critical features are delivered in a timely manner.
- Quality Assurance and Testing: The BA will collaborate with the quality assurance team to define testing strategies for both the dashboard and audit features. This includes identifying test scenarios to validate functionality, data accuracy, and security aspects, ensuring the features meet all specified requirements.
- Implementation Support: Throughout the development and implementation phases, the BA will provide ongoing support to address any issues or changes that arise. This includes facilitating communication between stakeholders and the development team, as well as ensuring any adjustments are documented and aligned with the project goals.
- Training and Change Management: The BA will develop training materials and conduct sessions for end-users to ensure they are equipped to effectively use the new dashboard and audit functionalities. Additionally, they will support change management efforts to minimize disruption and promote adoption of the new features.
- Post-Implementation Review: After the dashboard and audit features are live, the BA will conduct a post-implementation review to assess their impact and effectiveness. This includes gathering feedback from users and stakeholders, analyzing usage data, and identifying any areas for improvement or further development.
By performing these activities, the Business Analyst will play a pivotal role in adding valuable dashboard and audit capabilities to the ancillary NHS application, enhancing its functionality and utility for stakeholders.