What is the first step in the transition from CATWOE to BAM?

The first step in the transition from CATWOE (Customers, Actors, Transformation process, Worldview, Owner, and Environmental constraints) to BAM (Business Activity Model) is to identify core activities. This step is essential because it allows for a clear understanding of the fundamental actions that create value within the business. By pinpointing these core activities, business analysts can better analyze and design processes that are aligned with strategic objectives.

Identifying core activities serves as a foundational element in transforming a conceptual understanding of the system (provided by CATWOE) into a more practical and operational format (in BAM). This foundational knowledge supports further development and refinement of the model, thereby facilitating the transition to a more structured approach for analyzing and improving business activities.