In the correct order, which document comes after the Initial Process Analysis (IPA)?

The Process Definition Document (PDD) follows the Initial Process Analysis (IPA) in the development lifecycle of a Blue Prism automation project. After the IPA, which captures the high-level understanding of the process and identifies the basic requirements, the PDD elaborates on these insights by detailing the process flow, business rules, and specific requirements needed to automate the process effectively.

The PDD serves as a crucial reference point for both the development and the business teams by ensuring that all stakeholders have a clear understanding of what the automation will entail. It translates the findings from the IPA into structured information, pinpointing how the process operates and the outcomes it is expected to achieve. This lays the foundation for the subsequent phases of development, ensuring that the solution built aligns closely with business expectations and functional needs.

Following the PDD, further documentation, such as the Process Design Instruction (PDI) and Solution Design Document (SDD), will build upon the defined requirements, leading to more technical specifications and implementation details. The clarity and structure provided by the PDD is essential for successful implementation and stakeholder alignment throughout the automation development process.