Term

3 C's

4 P's 5 Why's A&D ABP

Account Lead

Account Team Member

Activity AIS APAC APQC ARP Artifact As-Is State Bandwidth

BCG Matrix Benchmarking

Best Practices BI Bill rate BIPM BMRC

Boot Camp

BPA

BPL BPM

BPO Brown Paper or BP Bs & Cs BU Buckets

Buddy

Business Process Analysis (BPA) Sub-Workstream

Business Process Landscape (BPL) Sub-Workstream

Business Process Optimization (BPO) Sub-Workstream

Business Strategy (STR) Sub-Workstream Buy in CAC Career Advisor CCS Change Order Circle back

CMM CMO CMS CO

COM

Communication (COM) Sub-Workstream

Contact Owner Contact Relationship CPG CPM CPO Crisp CRM CSR

Data Conversion (DCV) Sub-Workstream

Data Management (DMA) Sub-Workstream DBD DCV Deck Deep dive

Deliverable

Deliverable Name

Deliverable Prefix

Deliverable Title DMA

Document Library DW EA EAI EBITDA ECM EDW EIM Elevator speech ELT EMEA ERP Experienced hire FND

FSA FSE FTE

Functional Design (FND) Sub-Workstream Future State FY G/L Gannt Chart

GARM GE / McKinsey Matrix GTM Hard stop HCC HCJ HDS

HFusion Methodology HRIS ICM

IDS

Integration Test Intellectual Capital (IC)

Intellectual Property (IP)

Intellectual Property Development IOR ISSO ITIL ITSG

Key account Kludgy KM

KPI Lawson LCL

Leadership & Stakeholder Commitment (LSC) Sub-Workstream

Learning (LRN) Sub-Workstream

Lessons Learned Leverage LOB LRN

LSC MC

Methodology Owner Metrics MMI MRP MS MSA MVP OCM OI OIC

OLS On the Bench Opportunistic Accounts ORB

Organizational Landscape (OLS) Sub-Workstream

Organizational Strategy and Design (OSD) Sub-Workstream

OSD OTS P/N Parking Lot PAVA PCAT

People Workstream

Performance (PRF) Sub-Workstream

Performance Test

PEST

Phase Pipeline PM

PMBOK PMI PMP PNW POC Porters Competitive Advantage Portera

Porter's 5 Forces Premier Accounts PRF

Process Process Group Process Workstream

Project Example

Project Management Discipline

Proven Practice PSW PTO PUF QA

QUA Quad Model

Quality Assurance (QUA) Sub-Workstream

Quality Workstream RACI RAM RFP RM ROI RUP S/N

SAMD

Sample SAP SCM Scope creep Scuba SDF SEC

Security (SEC) Sub-Workstream SG&A Shoreline SME SOA SOIP SOO SOW Staffed

STEP

STR Strategic Accounts

Strategy & Performance Workstream STS Sub-Workstream Supporting Materials SWOT

System Test T&C T&E T&P Tagged

TCA

TDD

Technical Architecture (TCA) Sub-Workstream

Technical Design and Development (TDD) Sub-Workstream

Technology Workstream

Template

Testing (TST) Sub-Workstream TOC

Tool Top 25 (Elite) Accounts TS TST

Unit Test

Usability Test

User Acceptance Test USLT WBT WIP

Workstream

Description A business strategy model and situation analysis tool that describes how to perform a structured analysis on the company, the customer, and the competitor. Often called the 4 Ps of marketing, it is a Marketing Mix model used to collect and define marketing options in terms of product, place, price and promotion. The model can also be used when planning a new service or product or evaluating an existing offer. Describes a systematic questioning technique used to identify the root causes of problems. Aerospace and Defense Advanced Business Planning The person who leads the activities for an account in our Account Planning process. This person: - Coordinates all activity for an account - Determines Account Team members - Determines Account VPs on all Child Accounts A person who participates on an Account Team. They are responsible for: - Building relationships and identifying opportunities - Updating any other Account Details An activity is the fourth level of Hitachi Consulting's HFusion Methodology (Phase > Process Group > Process > Activity). An activity describes the actions typically executed to achieve or contribute to the completion of a Process. Accounting Information Systems Asia-Pacific region American Productivity & Quality Center (APQC) Process Classification Framework. Annual Review Process Document from a project that has already been delivered to the customer Statements about current conditions or status, in contrast with future expectations How much room you have in your schedule, the amount of "free time" you have to spend on other tasks Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Matrix is a portfolio management tool based on market share and growth. It looks at potential opportunities and analyzes which segments of business are in a good position, as well as helps determine priorities within a product portfolio of a business unit. The process by which you measure where you are now. This is often done within our clients as to how their business compares to peers A technique or methodology that, through experience and research, has proven to reliably lead to a desired result; the most current, innovative, and advanced practices. In relation to the Hitachi Consulting Methodology, it is a more widely accepted and applicable term than Proven Practices or Lessons Learned. Business Intelligence The hourly rate we are charging for a resource. This rate will often vary depending on the level of the resource (i.e., from Manager vs. Consultant) Business Intelligence and Performance Management Building the Market Responsive Company

Training specifically for individuals who are new to Hitachi, to a technology or to a role they will be playing in our organization Acronym and three-letter deliverable prefix for Business Process Analysis Sub-Workstream documents in the methodology (see Business Process Analysis Sub-Workstream for more information) . Acronym and three-letter deliverable prefix for Business Process Landscape Sub-Workstream documents (see Business Process Landscape Sub-Workstream for more information). Business Process Management BPO is an acronym for Business Process Outsourcing. In Hitachi Consulting's Methodology BPO is the acronym and three-letter deliverable prefix for Business Process Optimization SubWorkstream documents within the methodology (see Business Process Optimization SubWorkstream for more information). Diagramming a flow chart of a process using brown paper and movable shapes Benefits and Concerns; often how a meeting facilitator closes a meeting and get feedback on the content and delivery Business Units Individual categories used to describe group like things together A more experienced person (at same level or one level above) that provides advice, support and encouragement to a less experienced person who has just joined the company; at HCC, this is an informal relationship assigned to new hires The Business Process Analysis Sub-Workstream involves assessing the specific activities, tasks, and dependencies that characterize a particular business process and identifying opportunities for improvement. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with a 'BPA' prefix. The Business Process Landscape Sub-Workstream involves understanding the context, scope, interaction/dependencies, and degree of influence on operational performance of the set of processes that drive a particular business operation. Deliverables associated with this subworkstream are labeled with a 'BPL' prefix. The Business Process Optimization Sub-Workstream involves designing and implementing improvements, including but not limited to alignment with technological improvements, to a process or set of processes that make up a business operation in order to gain additional operational efficiency and/or effectiveness. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with a 'BPO' prefix. The Business Strategy Sub-Workstream pertains to the understanding the organization's business goals, and determining the path forward to achieve them. It applies to both business and IT strategy. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with an 'STR' prefix. Consensus or agreement Career Advisor Champion OR Community Action Committee The individual who writes your annual review and guides your career at Hitachi Consulting Customer and Channel Solutions Used to document changes in scope to a project To follow up with someone

The Capability Maturity Model (CMM) is a structured collection of elements that describe certain aspects of maturity in an organization. It aids in the definition and understanding of an organization's processes. Chief Marketing Officer Content Management System -- used to improve a client's customer data experience Change Order COM is an acronym for Customer Order Management. In Hitachi Consulting's Methodology it is the acronym and three-letter deliverable prefix for Communications Sub-Workstream documents within the methodology (see Communication Sub-Workstream for more information) . The Communication Sub-Workstream is focused on delivering the right message to the right person at the right time. It aligns the project strategy with that of the overall organization and provides a compelling message to lead the organization through the change. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with a 'COM' prefix. Person who "owns" a relationship with a contact at a client. This person: Maintains contact information Defines settings on Marketing Contact preferences The relationship we maintain with a contact a client. Consumer Packaged Goods Career and Performance Management Chief People Officer Concise; to the point Customer Relationship Management Corporate Social Responsibility The Data Conversion Sub-Workstream covers the data cleansing and converting activities needed for cutover. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with a 'DCV' prefix. The Data Management Sub-Workstream includes defining the data model, data flows, and data retention for the new solution. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled by with a 'DMA' prefix. Director of Business Development; at HCC, these individuals solely sell work and are rarely involved with the delivery process Acronym and three-letter deliverable prefix for the Data Conversion Sub-Workstream in the methodology (see Data Conversion Sub-Workstream for more information) . A set of PowerPoint slides or a presentation In-depth review of something A document developed by a project team that may or may not be provided to the client. The Methodology provides templates, samples, and project examples to aid in the creation of a deliverable. (Templates provide the structure for the deliverable, samples depict the

template populated with generic, non-client-specific data, and project examples contain bestin-class content/data that can jump start deliverable creation. See template, sample, project example definitions for further explanation.)

The unique identification of a deliverable in the Hitachi Consulting Methodology. A deliverable name (e.g., BPL.110 Information and Data Request) consists of a deliverable prefix (BPL.110) and deliverable title (Information and Data Request). The deliverable prefix that is with associated to all Hitachi Consulting Methodology deliverables (i.e. PM, STR, BPO, TST, etc.). This prefix is determined by a deliverable's association to the subworkstream or project management. The descriptive text associated to Hitachi Consulting Methodology deliverables (i.e. Statement of Work, Project Schedule) that follows the deliverable identifier (i.e. PM, STR, BPO, TST, etc.). Acronym and three-letter deliverable prefix for the Data Management Sub-Workstream in the methodology (see Data Management Sub-Workstream for more information) . In SharePoint, a document library is a collection of files that can be shared. In the Hitachi Consulting Methodology, a Document Library refers to a comprehensive list of deliverables, Deliverable Materials (templates, samples, project examples), and Supporting Materials (tools and proven practices). Users can download methodology documentation via the Document Library. Data Warehouse Enterprise Applications; basically, ERP systems like Oracle, SAP or Lawson Enterprise Application Integration Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization Enterprise Content Management Enterprise Data Warehouse Enterprise Information Management Short speech used to describe a company or a project Executive Leadership Team; the senior-most executive team at HCC that drives our business strategy Europe, Middle East and Africa Enterprise Resource Planning A consultant who has previous experience in consulting or industry Acronym and three-letter deliverable prefix for the Functional Design Sub-Workstream in the methodology (see Functional Design Sub-Workstream for more information) . FSA is an acronym for Field Service Automation. These initials are commonly used to reference the field service software package developed by the Microsoft Dynamics team. Field Service Excellence Full Time Equivalent The Functional Design Sub-Workstream includes identifying the business users' needs and articulating what the solution must be able to achieve from a functional perspective. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with an 'FND' prefix. Statements about future conditions or status, in contrast with the current (or "as-is") state Fiscal Year General Ledger A visual depiction of a project plan.

Group Annual Review Meeting; a discussion of an individual's performance during the year by the practice leadership team; used as one factor in determining career advancement/promotion decisions A growth-share matrix that collects and analyze the maturity stages of products and industries. Go To Market; GTM teams are usually comprised of Vice Presidents, DBDs, Senior Managers and Managers A specific stopping time that is not flexible Hitachi Consulting Corporation; use HCC for internal communications only Hitachi Consulting - Japan Hitachi Data Systems Hitachi Consulting's HFusion Methodology is a proprietary and comprehensive project delivery methodology aimed to drive effective and successful client engagements from conception through transition to our clients. Human Resources Information System Information and Content Management IDS is the term no longer used to identify Hitachi Consulting's implementation methodology. IDS has been replaced with the enhanced Hitachi Consulting Methodology released in March 2010. Integration Test builds off of a successful System Test and focuses on testing the end-to-end functionality. The major inputs, outputs, and flows of the solution are tested with representative sets of data. Broadly includes ideas, knowledge and expertise of our people. Its critical to our business to protect it. IP is how we develop and package our intellectual capital assets and protect them by copyrights, patents, and trade secrets. The most common forms of IP at Hitachi Consulting are materials, tools, methodologies, processes, programs, and templates. There are range of IP assets, such as Information (structured data), Knowledge (articles, whitepapers, presentations), Communications (emails), Social (policies) and more. Within Hitachi Consulting, this team manages the process for developing corporate-wide IP for the purpose of integrating the firm around consistent, go-to-market offerings, messages and services/solutions. The process starts with annual planning each year to assess/agree upon our Planned Programs that represent our strongest GTM offerings. Then, we develop IP that will help market and sell those offerings so that we create a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Initial Opportunity Review - Used as part of the Go-to-Market (GTM) process. See the Employee Strategy Briefing #2 on the Our Global Strategy SharePoint site. Industry-specific solutions offerings Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) describes concepts and policies for managing IT infrastructure, development and operations. Information and Telecommunications Systems Group An account in which a local GTM invests extensive time and energy in the hope of receiving significant, annual and increasing revenue; generally, this means $1 million or more in revenue Clumsy or inelegant Knowledge Management

Key Performance Indicator used in evaluating projects An ERP software package we use for our HR system Local Community Leader The Leadership and Stakeholder Commitment Sub-Workstream involves coaching leadership to actively lead through transition and ensuring that key stakeholders are identified and engaged. This sub-workstream equips leaders with the resources that they need to guide their teams through individual and organizational transitions. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with an 'LSC' prefix. The Learning Sub-Workstream educates the organization on new processes and technologies throughout the project lifecycle. It develops the knowledge, skills, and behavior to enable individuals to successfully perform their jobs in the future state. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with an 'LRN' prefix. A summary of the data collected based on feedback from a project team (Client and Hitachi Consulting) on the projects success, areas of improvement, and recommendations for future engagements. There is a deliverable and tool available in the Hitachi Consulting Methodology available to facilitate gathering this information. basically "to use" - as in, "Let's leverage a deliverable from another client" Line of Business Acronym and three-character deliverable prefix for the Learning Sub-Workstream in the methodology (see Learning Sub-Workstream for more information) . Acronym and three-character deliverable prefix for the Leadership & Stakeholder Commitment SubWorkstream in the methodology (see Leadership & Stakeholder Commitment Sub-Workstream for more information) . Management Consulting (business consulting and advisory) The methodology owner identifies who or what group should be involved in the modifications and update requests to the methodology. Methodology owners may be tied to the subworkstream or project management grouping or they may identify a variation of ownership within a subworkstream or project management deliverables. Key Performance Indicators against which projects are measured Major/Minor Industry designation Materials Requirements Planning Managed Services (contract-based services) Master Services Agreement Managing Vice President Organizational Change Management Operating Income Officer In Charge. Responsible for the successful delivery of client services. Acronym and three-character deliverable prefix for the Organizational Landscape Sub-Workstream in the methodology (see Organizational Landscape Sub-Workstream for more information) . Not staffed; refers to the time period when someone is not allocated to a client engagement Those with revenue below $1b but within designated industries or those of any size outside of the designated industries Opportunity Review Board

The Organizational Landscape Sub-Workstream assesses the current organizational environment, develops the appropriate change management approach, and builds the infrastructure for sustainable change. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with an 'OLS' prefix. The Organization Strategy & Design Sub-Workstream is designed to help clients plan and execute organizational design changes related to restructurings, mergers / divestitures, reductions in force, etc. Our approach includes top-down strategic planning as well as bottom up role and process refinements; this work is tightly coupled with traditional organizational change management activities in managing the changes associated with this type of work. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with an 'OSD' prefix. Acronym and three-character deliverable prefix for the Organizational Strategy & Design SubWorkstream in the methodology (see Organizational Strategy & Design Sub-Workstream for more information) . Organization and Transformation Solutions Part Number Place to capture ideas generated in a meeting that are not specific to the purpose of the meeting so that everyone can focus on agenda items Primary Activity Value Analysis; chart that shows the activities that add value to a process People and Culture Advisory Team The People Workstream includes the activities and deliverable impacting the people and organizational components of a solution including the Organizational Change Management (OCM) and Organizational Strategy and Design (OS&D). The Performance Sub-Workstream involves understanding how the organization measures current and targeted performance and defines metrics for the end-state solution to determine if it drives desired business benefits and helps achieves the organizations goals. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with a 'PRF' prefix. Performance Test is used to verify the system is able to perform certain functions within a prescribed time. Performance Tests include: Load Testing, Reliability Testing, Stress Testing, and Scalability Testing. A framework of macro-environmental factors used in the environmental scanning component of strategic management. This analysis consists of the following: Political & Regulatory Environment, Economic Environment, Social/Cultural Environment, and Technical Environment. Also known as a STEP analysis. The first level in Hitachi Consulting's HFusion Methodology hierarchy (Phase > Process Group > Process > Activity). It represents the highest level grouping of activities and deliverables in a project's implementation lifecycle. Hitachi Consulting's Methodology phases include: Define, Design, Develop, Deploy, and Transition. Upcoming list of engagements Project Manager or Project Management

The Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) is book of widely accepted "best practices" for successfully managing a variety of projects at a high-level and is generic enough to apply across most industries. It is not a prescriptive consulting project management methodology. Hitachi Consulting's Project Management Discipline is a licensed derivative of the PMBOK, which has been modified to speak specifically to managing a consulting project implementation. Project Management Institute Project Management Professional certification Pacific Northwest Proof Of Concept A model used to document the analysis of the company's strategy based on the competitive advantage model. Our time and expense tracking tool An industry analysis framework and business strategy development tool used to collect and assess an existing companys external conditions through the use of Porter's 5 Forces (Rivalry, Potential Entrants, Suppliers, Buyers, and Substitutes). This deliverable helps determine the competitive intensity and overall industry profitability. The premier accounts for the firm within our designated industries. Typically existing accounts Acronym and three-character deliverable prefix for the Performance Sub-Workstream in the methodology (see Performance Sub-Workstream for more information) . The third level in Hitachi Consulting's HFusion Methodology hierarchy (Phase > Process Group > Process > Activity). It is an organized set of high-level steps within a Process Group. Each Process may be made up of one or more activities that further define the actions typically used to successfully execute the Process. The second level in Hitachi Consulting's HFusion Methodology hierarchy (Phase > Process Group > Process > Activity). It is a group of organized processes within a Phase. The Process Workstream includes structuring process analyses, designing processes, and implementing improvements to drive maximum business improvement. Project examples contain best-in-class content/data for a deliverable in the methodology. The content/data may be solution specific and/or industry specific. These are PDF-formatted documents from client projects and may include client and project specific information. Project examples may not match the deliverables template structure, but are included since they can further illustrate the types of content/data contained within the deliverable. Project examples should not be shown to clients. If you copy and paste data from the Project Example, it is your responsibility to remove all references to client names, client confidential or proprietary information, and other information by which the identity of the original client can be derived. The Project Management Discipline in Hitachi Consulting's Methodology outlines a structured approach to leading a project, from sales through delivery. It demonstrates connections between internal Hitachi Consulting processes (e.g., ORB, QA Review, etc.) and project management fundamentals. Components are aligned to key disciplines defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and is a licensed derivative of their Guide to Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). Deliverables primarily associated to the PM Discipline are labeled with a 'PM' prefix.

Documented "tips and tricks" that support the effective execution of the process in the methodology. It is an aggregated set of tips based upon proven best practices from Hitachi Consulting practitioners in the field to help future delivery teams avoid common pitfalls or challenges as they pertain to specific project processes. Pacific Southwest Paid Time Off Peer and Upward Feedback Quality Assurance Acronym and three-character deliverable prefix for the Quality Assurance Sub-Workstream in the methodology (see Quality Assurance Sub-Workstream for more information). The model by which we "go-to-market", consisting of Quad 1 (Top 25; Premier; and Strategic accounts) and Quads 2-4 (Opportunitic) The Quality Assurance Sub-Workstream ensures that the solution, as well as the process used to develop a solution, meet quality standards defined by the firm. Deliverables associated with this subworkstream are labeled with an 'QUA' prefix. The Quality Workstream pertains to all aspects of building quality into the solution, and measuring, sampling, and verifying the solution meets all of the quality standards of Hitachi Consulting and our clients. Responsible, Accountable, Consulted, Informed; chart showing which people or groups are Responsible, Accountable, Consulted or Informed on certain value activities Responsive Asset Management Request For Proposal Revenue Management Return On Investment Rational Unified Process; a project development methodology, centered on UML artifacts (documents) Serial Number Senior Architects/Managers and Directors. Although we no longer have the role "Senior Architect", this is a legacy term that is still used to describe "Senior Managers and Directors" Samples in the methodology are an illustrative example of how a given template can be completed and is void of any client specific information. Samples follow a fictitious sample project storyline so that those less experienced with a deliverable can see data flows/connections with other deliverables. Since samples contain data from a fictitious project, they can be shown to prospective clients as samples of the type of deliverables our project teams typically produce. Systems, Applications and Products; an ERP solution in data processing Supply Chain Management The process by which the scope of a project increases from what was originally outlined in an SOW. Using someone else's power cord when your laptop is almost completely out of battery Standard Data Format Acronym and three-character deliverable prefix for the Security Sub-Workstream in the methodology (see Security Sub-Workstream for more information).

The Security Sub-Workstream pertains to how access is either allowed or restricted to defined groups of users as well as anything related to supporting ongoing security maintenance. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with an 'SEC' prefix. Sales General and Administrative expenses The phone system giving login access to any HCC phone set anywhere in the country so you can receive phone calls to your Hitachi phone number Subject Matter Expert Service-Oriented Architecture Storage Over IP State of the Office Statement of Work; used as the "contract" for our services at clients Assigned to a project A framework of macro-environmental factors used in the environmental scanning component of strategic management. This analysis consists of the following: Political & Regulatory Environment, Economic Environment, Social/Cultural Environment, and Technical Environment. Also known as a PEST analysis. Acronym and three-character deliverable prefix for the Business Strategy Sub-Workstream in the methodology (see Business Strategy Sub-Workstream for more information). The remaining $1B plus desired accounts within our designated industries. Can be new or existing, but primarily new / target accounts The Strategy & Performance Workstream focuses on the organization's business goals and how it will achieve them, including the definition and subsequent measurement of metrics used to monitor the solutions support of these goals. Strategic Technology Solutions Sub-workstreams in the methodology break down a workstream to more clearly define the grouping of activities and deliverables related to a given functional area. Materials in the methodology available to the end user to help in the execution of a process. Supporting Materials include proven practices and tools. Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats; Business strategy framework pioneered by Harvard Professor Michael Porter in the early 1980s System Test verifies proper execution of all application components of the unit-tested solution and in-scope business processes. System Test verifies that the system meets both functional and technical detailed requirements. Terms and conditions Time and Expense Tentative and Preliminary Being allocated to a project as part of the staffing process prior to actually being staffed on a project Acronym and three-character deliverable prefix for the Technical Architecture Sub-Workstream in the methodology (see Technical Architecture Sub-Workstream for more information) . Acronym and three-character deliverable prefix for the Technical Design & Development SubWorkstream in the methodology (see Technical Design & Development Sub-Workstream for more information).

The Technical Architecture Sub-Workstream includes application and infrastructure components. It involves the design, procurement, implementation and management of the overall IT environment needed to support the business and solution. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with a 'TCA' prefix. The Technical Design & Development Sub-Workstream involves documenting and developing the solution so it meets the functional design and business requirements, including those components related to reports, interfaces, extensions, forms and wireframes/screens. Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with a 'TDD' prefix. The Technology Workstream includes the technical components of a solution from the documentation of technical requirements through the development of those requirements in a system, software, etc. in the methodology. Templates in the methodology contain the standard document structure for a deliverable. They contain instructions on how to complete the document, but do not contain any data. An assessment to determine level of capability and/or gaps; often pertains to system testing (e.g., establishing testing environments, test strategy, audience, building scripts, running tests, etc.) Deliverables associated with this sub-workstream are labeled with a 'TST' prefix. Table of Contents Reference material in the methodology that provides explicit detail and support to aid Hitachi Consulting practitioners in completing a business process and/or deliverable. E.g., Gartner Research, Test Terminology, etc. The firms elite clients within our designated industries Technology Services (technology implementation) Acronym and three-character deliverable prefix for the Testing Sub-Workstream in methodology (see Testing Sub-Workstream for more information). Unit Test is a software verification and validation method in which a programmer tests individual units of source code during the development process with the purpose of identifying differences between the code and its design specifications. Unit testing includes all code paths, internal logic, exception conditions, error handling and compatibility with supported platforms. Usability Test evaluates the user's ability to navigate the proposed solution via the user interface. The test is typically conducted in a focus group where participants complete frequently used or critical tasks using the user interface. Once the test is complete, the user experience is documented and analyzed. Potential issues are identified, and recommendations for adjustments and improvements are made. It is a way to increase a solutions ease of use and user friendliness. User Acceptance Test is conducted to determine whether or not the solution will meet the needs of the organization and the end user/customer. It validates that the solution satisfies the business requirements, will work as intended by the end user/customer in the real world and is based on real world business scenarios and data. It validates that the right solution was built. United States Leadership Team Web-Based Training Work In Process; used to describe unfinished goods

A subset of the Hitachi Consulting's HFusion Methodology used to assist our end users in identifying relevant activities and deliverables to a specific functional purpose.