modeling
The practice of producing simplified representations of a system, solution, or deliverable (e.g., prototypes, diagrams, or storyboards) to explore, validate, and communicate ideas.
Key Points
- Captures the essentials of a product or process without full detail.
- Common forms include prototypes, diagrams, wireframes, and storyboards.
- Supports early feedback, shared understanding, and assumption validation.
- Iterative and refined as new learning and stakeholder input emerge.
Example
On an agile mobile app project, the team builds low-fidelity wireframes and a clickable prototype to review user journeys with stakeholders in Sprint 1, then updates the models based on feedback before starting development.
PMP Example Question
A team wants to align stakeholders and test user flows before coding. Which technique should they apply?
- Earned value analysis
- Modeling
- Variance analysis
- Monte Carlo simulation
Correct Answer: B — Modeling
Explanation: Modeling uses simplified artifacts such as prototypes, diagrams, or storyboards to visualize and validate the solution before development.
