Article | REF: H3250 V1

From conceptual modeling to requirements engineering

Author: Colette ROLLAND

Publication date: February 10, 2011

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6. Conclusion

Conceptual modeling is still relevant for specifying "what the system should do" in precise terms that enable it to be realized. But it is insufficient to reason about "what the system should be used for" and to help the stakeholders in an IS project to understand their wishes, desires and needs, and the implications of these on the requirements imposed on the IS.

The article introduced a goal-directed requirements engineering approach that explores the "why" question in a systematic and participative way, leading to a consensual requirements document validated by all stakeholders and serving as a starting point for IS conceptualization.

The approach was illustrated by a case study of hotel room reservations.

The goals-based approach presented in the article can be applied in contexts other than IE: as a "means/ends"...

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