A business analyst (BA) needs approval for the requirements which were elicited, collated, and verified...

According to the BABOK® Guide, the governance approach is an artifact that defines the processes, roles, and responsibilities for approving, prioritizing, and managing requirements and designs. The governance approach also specifies the decision making authority, approval criteria, and change control procedures for the requirements and designs. By understanding the governance approach, the business analyst (BA) can identify the appropriate stakeholders who have the authority to approve the requirements and the approval process that needs to be followed. References: BABOK® Guide, Version 3, Chapter 2, Section 2.4.5; Business Analysis Expert Certification, CCBA® | IIBA®, Section “What Should I know to be CCBA Certified?”