5. Analysis

The second stage of the 'investigation and analysis' stage is the analysis.

Once the investigation has been completed you will have a pretty good idea what is causing the problems with the current system and what the improved system should be able to do.

The analysis phase is where you look at alternative solutions which could be used to solve the problems.

Some of the solutions could include:

- adapt the current system. There are bound to be bits that are good with it so perhaps keep those and look at changing the things which aren't working

- buy an 'off-the-shelf' solution. Perhaps use it as it comes or pay to have parts of it adapted to suit your company

- create a bespoke system which will fit the company needs exactly. This is the most expensive solution.