BA Technique #24: Interface Analysis

Identifying and defining the interactions and dependencies between components, systems, or stakeholders

Erivan de Sena Ramos
4 min readNov 19, 2023

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Hi there, my amazing BAs! We're back with another powerful Business Analysis technique from The BABOK Guide v3. Brace yourselves for a deep exploration of system interactions and interdependencies with the captivating technique of Interface Analysis. It can help Business Analysts unravel the interfaces' intricacies, assess compatibility, and optimize the flow of information for seamless analysis. Here we go!

What is this technique about?

Interface term originated from engineering design and modeling, which denote the shared boundary between systems.

In Business Analysis, Interface Analysis is a technique that analyses the connections, interactions, and data exchanges between various interfaces within or between different systems. It enables Business Analysts to deeply understand how information flows, how components communicate, and how other systems integrate.

How to apply this technique?

To effectively apply the Interface Analysis technique in your Business Analysis, consider the following steps:

  1. Identify the Interfaces

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Erivan de Sena Ramos

Business Analysis & Requirements Engineering enthusiast. Information Systems & Software Engineering specialist. MBA in PM & HR. CBAP, PMP, CSM, ITIL & COBIT