The analysis workflow describes the bigger picture of analysis and the different steps to undertake when analyzing a topic, and how each step builds upon the findings of the previous ones. Analysis needs to be planned and designed. The analysis workflow has four steps, each of which has several guiding questions and possible outputs.
Four steps of analysis workflow
- Design
- Acquire
- Analyse (explore, describe, explain, interpret, prescribe)
- Communicate
Process
Design: The design phase precedes analytical processes and is about selecting the best strategies for ensuring quality analysis. It is preparatory in essence and elaborates and refine the focus, approach, method, tools, and plan necessary to provide relevant and credible conclusions.
Preparedness (CODs, indicators, assessment registry, HID)
- Tips (e.g. six -hat or point system
Outputs/Resources
Text should include Essential Reading, Additional Readings, Templates. Examples, Tutorials