“Express requirements” serve as a tool for aligning on work or services. You act as the source of business requests aimed at achieving specific targets—targets whose true nature and the path toward them can often become obscured by the complexities of day-to-day operations, or simply by a lack of time or other resources.
Sometimes, there is no need to compile requirements into a formal document or adhere to rigid procedures. Engaging in a conversation with a stakeholder can lead to the emergence of requirements in a flexible format—one that is convenient for review and approval. This often takes place online, via video conferencing. A one-hour Q&A session can be enough to develop a clear vision of the project as a whole, as well as its individual stages. Despite the lack of formal constraints and the complete freedom of the process, you will still reap the benefits: the notes captured during the discussion will outline your next steps and provide a roadmap for the project.