A solution performance assessment is an output of the assess capability gaps process, not an input. A solution performance assessment evaluates how well the current or proposed solutions meet the business needs and objectives. It identifies the strengths and weaknesses of the solutions and provides recommendations for improvement1 The inputs of the assess capability gaps process are:
Enterprise architecture: This is a description of the structure, components, and relationships of the organization and its environment. It provides a holistic view of the current and desired states of the organization and its capabilities2 Solution scope: This is a statement that defines the boundaries and deliverables of the solution. It specifies what the solution will and will not include, and what problems or opportunities it will address3 Business need: This is a statement that articulates the problem or opportunity that the organization faces. It defines the gap between the current and desired states of the organization and its capabilities.