Project Toolkit

Detail Stage

Detail Stage

Detailed planning and design phase where requirements are elaborated and solutions defined.

Detail Stage

The Detail Stage is where high-level requirements and designs are elaborated into detailed specifications ready for build and implementation.

Purpose

The Detail Stage bridges the gap between initial planning and delivery by:

  • Elaborating requirements to sufficient detail
  • Creating detailed designs and specifications
  • Confirming technical feasibility
  • Refining estimates and plans
  • Preparing for build/implementation

Key Activities

Activity Description
Requirements elaboration Breaking down high-level requirements into detailed specs
Solution design Creating detailed technical and business designs
Interface definition Specifying integration points and data flows
Process design Documenting detailed business processes
Test planning Developing detailed test cases and scripts

Inputs

  • Approved business case
  • High-level requirements
  • Solution architecture
  • Project plan

Outputs

  • Detailed requirements specification
  • Detailed design documents
  • Updated estimates
  • Build-ready specifications
Last updated: 13 January 2026
Themes

Planning

Delivery