Introduction to Preparing and Facilitating JAR/JAD Sessions

Workshop: How to Prepare and Facilitate a Successful JAD Session

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Overview

In many organizations, JAR/JAD (Joint Application Requirements Definition JAD) sessions are becoming increasingly popular in the form of a 21st Century reincarnation of the original JAD (Joint Application Development) concept. This brief workshop defines the concept and clarifies what a JAR/JAD is, what it is not, and when you should consider using one on your projects.

Outline

  • Melting the Ice
  • Why Do Projects Take So Long?
  • Common System Development Approaches
  • What Is a JAR/JAD?
  • Phases of a JAR/JAD
  • Mini-JAR/JAD
  • Roles in a JAR/JAD
  • The Pros of JAR/JAD
  • The Flip Side of JAR/JAD
  • Dealing with Uncertainty
  • Before the JAR/JAD
  • After the JAR/JAD
  • Risks of Acceleration


Objectives
  • Explain the difference between accelerated methods and other approaches
  • Discuss the need for and advantages of accelerating early project phases
  • Recognize the major risks of accelerating the system development process
  • List the major roles involved in JAR/JAD sessions
  • Defend the Rules of Effective JAR/JAD Sessions

 

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1 hour

Target Audience

Business Analysts
Business Managers
Project Managers
Requirements Engineers
Systems Analysts
Systems Designers
End Users who are interested in expediting the process of defining, developing and delivering high-quality information technology solutions