Impact Assessment

Tool Background

This is a template that i have used and refined over many years as a Business Analyst. There is no right way of assessing the impact of a problem or change, but there can be a wrong way... if you don't do it!

This impact assessment gives a vanilla approach to breaking down a problem at the beginning phase of a project or change. It helps articulate the issue and get everyone on the same page.

This tool can be used by:

Ideal for Agile Teams and Change Leads who need to define scope within a workshop. How to guides included within the template.

Anyone looking to see the world with different lenses and acquire a broader, inclusive, and long term way of looking at their business or project ideas.

Tips for facilitators

Consider the participant's tech knowledge. Not everyone is tech-savvy and Miro can be a challenge. Make sure you give an overview of Miro's main features. You can send tutorials in advance or allocate time before the start of the workshop for a quick recap.

Manage time: Allow people to think but keep an eye on the time so the workshop is not too long. Make sure you give heads up when the time is running out, but also to be flexible when the participants are enjoying the activity.

Inspire: Sometimes it takes a while for participants to feel comfortable typing their thoughts. Inspire them with examples or relevant short stories. Making people feel that they are co-creating together works better than making them feel that the workshop is an exam to pass. Emphasize that there are not correct answers.