Clear, well-defined, high-level definition of the overall
purpose of the total solution. Listing of your primary goals and objectives for this project. Breakdown of the associated components of the solution with a description of its purpose and part in the overall solution. Analysis workgroup size, hardware, software, networking considerations. Evaluation and analysis of current systems and business procedures including statistics and system diagrams. Listing of layouts, sample screen shots, procedures, features, and reports required. Results of tests of connection/integration with identified external systems via APIs, etc. Initial ERD (Entity Relationship Diagram) showing the primary functional relationships for a potential custom built application. Overview of recommendations for meeting requirements with a custom solution or possible off-the-shelf software that will fulfill Client requirements and make your organization more effective, productive, and profitable. An estimate of the costs, return on investment, and suggested timeline for the project.