The process that is being described in this scenario is the assessment of capability gaps. According to the Capability in Business Analysis™ (CCBA®) Learning documents, the assessment of capability gaps is a task that involves comparing the current state and the future state of the organization to identify the differences or gaps that need to be addressed by a solution. These gaps represent the new capabilities that the organization requires to achieve its business goals and objectives. The assessment of capability gaps helps the business analyst to define the scope of the solution, prioritize the requirements, and plan the business analysis approach12.
The other options are not correct because:
Option A is incorrect. Communication needs are not a process, but a type of information that the business analyst needs to identify and document for each stakeholder group based on their level of interest, influence, and involvement in the project. Communication needs include the frequency, format, content, and channel of communication that are appropriate and effective for each stakeholder group. Communication needs are part of the stakeholder analysis task, not the assessment of capability gaps task3.
Option C is incorrect. Resource allocation is not a process, but a technique that involves assigning or distributing the available resources, such as human, financial, physical, or technological, to the project activities or components. Resource allocation helps to optimize the use of resources, balance the workload, and ensure the feasibility and quality of the solution. Resource allocation is part of the plan business analysis approach task, not the assessment of capability gaps task4.
Option D is incorrect. Resource procurement is not a process, but a technique that involves acquiring or purchasing the resources that are not available internally, such as contractors, consultants, equipment, or materials. Resource procurement helps to fill the resource gaps, reduce the project risks, and enhance the solution performance. Resource procurement is part of the plan business analysis approach task, not the assessment of capability gaps task5.
References:
Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK) Guide Version 3, page 36-37
Business Analysis Driving Business Success, page 5-6
Stakeholder Analysis: The Ultimate Guide, section “What are communication needs?”
Resource Allocation, section “Description of Change”
Resource Procurement, section “Description of Change”
