1. Identify the relevant data processes and the sources of information.

2. Identify the information gathering method and the modelling methodology to be used.

3. Document the modelling information gathered.

4. Validate the modelling information with the client.

5. Identify the business functions and the collect process data using the chosen method.

6. Identify any external events, procedures and results.

7. Identify the processes and the required decomposition.

8. Model the process data according to the modelling methodology.

9. Validate the process model with the client to determine any inaccuracies.

10. Incorporate any identified changes, as required.

11. Review the business rules to determine their impact on the process models, and change as required.