Domain topography

• Perceiving the domain’s segments, interactions and potential change areas.

• Understanding the current trends, challenges, opportunities and areas for improvement in the domain.

• Identifying key entities, players and roles, including competitors their strengths and weaknesses.

• Observing the competitive landscape and market positioning, as well as customers – their demographics, preferences, and behaviour.

• Being informed about regulatory changes, up-to-date standards and industrial good practices.

Stakeholder Insights

Understanding stakholders’ (from lawmakers and citizens to system users) needs, expectations, and feedback.

Awareness of customer satisfaction – through communication, surveys, reviews etc.

Identifying key stakeholders for the domain and understanding nature of their role vs. own organization.

Capabilities of the Organisation

Evaluating own organization's strengths and weaknesses in the particular domain, including the skills and expertise of the team, as well as any gaps in resources or capabilities.

Right skills

In the context of a challenging national picture it has been difficult for government to attract people with the right skills . The government established a security profession in 2013, and has undertaken some initial work to establish professional learning and development. Demand for skills and learning across government is growing and is likely to continue to grow. Plans to cluster security teams may initially share scarce skills but will not solve the long-term challenge, and will pose questions for departmental accountability.
Protecting information across government NAO - UK 2016

Technology

Staying informed about technological advancements relevant to the domain.

Assessing the impact of technology on the key operations and products/services.

Having deep knowledge of business processes and their mechanics that can be effectively supported by technology.

Identifying opportunities for technological innovation and efficiency gains.

Communication channels

When institutions do not join the eAddress and do not start using it, one does not use the eAddress as a single communication environment, therefore institutions and individuals must look for other electronic communication channels even if they have chosen to use the eAddress.
Does the country ensure effective use of the official electronic address in communication with individuals and businesses? LRVK - Latvia 2021

Emerging technologies

focus on government-wide implementation of technologies generally considered to be emerging technologies , as part of improving overall federal cyber resilience. For example, the order directs agencies to use zero trust architecture practices to facilitate more secure use of cloud technologies. The order requires implementation of pilot programs to inform the public on the security capabilities of Internet of Things devices and software development practices. It also requires the adoption of endpoint detection and response approaches to detect, hunt, and respond to cyber incidents
CYBERSECURITY: Implementation of Executive Order Requirements Is Essential to Address Key Actions GAO - USA 2024

Financial Health

Understanding cash flow, revenue streams, and profitability of a business. Identifying potential funding sources and financial constraints.

Compliance Conditions

Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations, industry standards and other binding requirements. Anticipate any upcoming regulatory changes.

Social Responsibility

Considering social responsibility and ethical considerations. Identifying opportunities for sustainability and corporate social responsibility.

Natural Environment

Assessing the environmental impact of business operations.