Begin with an explicit request
Define the public source, the information needed and the conditions under which the source should be observed. A precise request makes later evaluation more meaningful.
Consider the access layer
Network type, location context and session needs should be considered in relation to the destination and workload. These decisions connect the business requirement to the technical approach.
Define the collection result
Decide what constitutes a useful observation. That can include the requested information, the source reference and the relevant collection context. The format must fit the receiving system.
Evaluate before expanding
Agree on a bounded starting scope and review the results against the business question. An evaluation should clarify suitability, limitations and any changes needed before a broader implementation.
- 01Scope the requirement
- 02Discuss a technical starting point
- 03Review representative results
- 04Agree on the next stage