Business Process Re-engineering (BPR)

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Map the Process

The first step in process analysis is to map the current process. This step involves creating a process map that documents the current process flow, including the steps, inputs, outputs, and decision points. The process map helps to provide a clear picture of the current state of the process and serves as a reference point for analyzing and redesigning the process.

Analyze the Process

After mapping the current process, the next step is to analyze the process to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste areas. This examination involves looking for unnecessary steps, duplicative work, and other issues that may slow the process or increase costs. The analysis should focus on identifying opportunities for improvement that can lead to increased efficiency, reduced costs, and improved quality.

After determining the inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and waste areas in the process, the next step is to identify the root causes. This review involves looking for unclear requirements, outdated technology, or ineffective organizational structures. Identifying the root causes helps to ensure that the process is redesigned to address the underlying issues and leads to long-term improvement.

Design Future Process and Lay Out Strategic Roadmap

Based on the analysis of the current process and the identified root causes, the analysis team develops a plan to redesign the process while consulting the organization's strategic objectives. The redesign plan may involve eliminating unnecessary steps, automating manual processes, or reorganizing work to reduce handoffs. The business analyst develops the future state plan focusing on achieving the desired outcomes and includes specific actions, timelines, and resource requirements. The lead business analyst communicates the redesign plan to all stakeholders to ensure everyone understands the changes and their impact on the process.

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Vision and Goals

The analysis team identifies the leadership-established vision and goals applicable to the process or business area, ensuring alignment with the organization's overall strategy and objectives. The lead analyst communicates the vision and goals to all stakeholders to ensure everyone is aligned and focused on achieving the same outcomes.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

The KPIs used to measure the success of the BPR initiative are identified and tracked. These KPIs should be aligned with the organization's overall goals and are measurable and specific. Examples of KPIs include cycle time, cost, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Timeline and Milestones

The Business Process Re/Engineering (BPR) initiative timeline is established, including key milestones. This initial timeline can help to establish baseline components of the projects and initiatives developed to implement the transformation iterations. The lead analyst communicates the timeline and milestones to all stakeholders to ensure everyone knows the anticipated window of each planned initiative.

Resource Requirements

The analysis team identifies the resources, such as personnel, technology, or equipment required to implement the changes to the process or business area targeted for improvement. The analysis team considers resources needed during the implementation phase and necessary to sustain ongoing maintenance. Consequently, the organization knows the resource requirements to implement the BPR initiatives successfully.

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