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IT Solution Design for Solution Architects

Name: IT Solution Design for Solution Architects
Rating: 4.5 (171 reviews)

Learn requirements engineering, business analysis, consulting, RFPs and end-to-end solution delivery

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Created byArun Singhal B-Tech MBA With 45+ Exp with Unilever, J&J, Danone, etc.

Last updated 7/2026

English

What you'll learn

Design end-to-end IT solutions that transform business requirements into successful business outcomes.
Gather, analyze, prioritize and validate business requirements using industry-standard requirements engineering techniques
Perform business analysis, process mapping and gap analysis to identify business needs and solution opportunities.
Design practical, scalable and business-focused IT solutions using proven solution design and consulting frameworks.
Apply Lean, Six Sigma and Design Thinking methodologies to improve solution quality, innovation and business value
Develop winning RFP responses and solution proposals that effectively address client requirements.
Plan solution implementation, project scope and project timelines for successful IT solution delivery.
Build, test, validate and continuously improve IT solutions using structured quality assurance and performance metrics.
Understand the end-to-end IT solution design and delivery lifecycle followed by IT Consultants and Solution Architects.
Apply your knowledge through real-life case studies and practical exercises based on real business scenarios.

Course content

14 sections • 59 lectures • 6h 50m total length

Introduction8:28
The purpose of the course is to help you build Excellence in Solution Design
At the end of this course you will achieve the following
Understanding what are they looking for in Excellence in Solutions Design
Learn what are the tools and techniques
Learn how to build Excellence in Solutions Design using these tools and techniques
Start building Excellence in Solutions Design
Introduction Case Study13:27
A case study of building Excellence in Solutions Design
Overview I- Role of Solution Design Professional6:08
The purpose of the Section is to give you an overview about how can you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this Lecture you will learn the following
What are they looking from a Solutions Design professional?
Overview I
Overview II- Excellence requirements in Solution Design4:17
The purpose of the Section is to give you an overview about how can you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this Lecture you will learn the following
What are the excellence requirements in Solutions Design?
Overview II
Overview III- Way to Excellence in Solutions Design5:20
The purpose of the Section is to give you an overview about how can you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this Lecture you will learn the following
How can you do the Solution Design in excellent way- An Overview?
Overview III

Six Sigma I- What is Six Sigma?3:36
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Six Sigma
Six Sigma I
Six Sigma II- How can it improve process quality?7:19
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Six Sigma –How can it improve process quality?
Six Sigma II
Six Sigma Case Study10:12
A case study of using Six Sigma for Excellence in Solution Design

Lean I- What is Lean?5:30
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Lean Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this Lecture you will learn the following about Lean
What is Lean?
What are the different forms of waste?
How can you systematically identify waste?
What are other tools we can use to reduce waste?
Lean I
Lean II- How can you systematically identify waste?6:49
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Lean Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Lean?
What are the different forms of waste?
How can you systematically identify waste?
What are other tools we can use to reduce waste?
Lean II
Lean III- Cycle time accounting, DFM and 5S-CANDO8:30
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Lean Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Lean?
What are the different forms of waste?
How can you systematically identify waste?
What are other tools we can use to reduce waste? Part I
Lean III
Lean IV- Visual Management, Pull Production Systems, Single Unit Mfg & Poka Yoke11:56
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Lean Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Lean?
What are the different forms of waste?
How can you systematically identify waste?
What are other tools we can use to reduce waste?- Part II
Lean IV

Design Excellence I- What is Design Excellence?3:54
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them?
DEx I
Design Excellence II- What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?11:02
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them?
DEx II
Design Excellence III-DFSS Tools- VOC and QFD11:41
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them?
DFSS-VOC, QFD
DEx III
Design Excellence IV-Other DFSS Tools like Taguchi, FMEA etc10:51
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Process Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them? Other DFSS Tools
DEx IV
Design Excellence V- Before you begin applying Design Thinking5:30
The purpose of the section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them? Design Thinking Tools before you begin
DEx V
Design Excellence VI- Design Thinking Tools- Visualization5:02
The purpose of the section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them? Design Thinking Tool- Visualization
DEx VI
Design Excellence VII- Design Thinking Tools- Research Methodologies7:36
The purpose of the section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them? Design Thinking Tool- Research Methodologies
DEx VII
Design Excellence VIII- Design Thinking- Idea Generation8:55
The purpose of the section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them? Design Thinking Tool- Idea Generation
DEx VIII
Design Excellence IX-Design Thinking Tools for What Wows and What Works7:14
The purpose of the section is to give you an in-depth understanding of Design Excellence Tools that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following Lean
What is Design Excellence?
What are the Design Excellence Methodologies?
What tools are to be used for them? Design Thinking Tools for What Wows and What Works!
DEx IX

Requirements Management I-Overview4:38
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of managing customer requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
An Overview
RM I
Requirements Management II-What is customer requirements and how can we collect8:06
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
What is customer requirements and how can we collect them
RM II
Requirements Management III-What all requirements to gather and with what tools?9:07
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of managing customer requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
What all requirements to gather and with what tools?
RM III
Requirements Management IV-Analyzing Requirements5:10
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of managing customer requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
Analyzing Requirements
RM IV
Requirements Management V-Defining Requirements4:00
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of managing customer requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
Defining Requirements
RM V
Requirements Management VI-How to Prioritize Requirements5:12
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of managing customer requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
-How to Prioritize Requirements
RM VI
Requirements Management VII-How to validate and maintain requirements?5:19
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of managing customer requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What is Requirements Management?
What is excellence in Requirements Management?
How can we meet these excellence requirements?
How to validate and maintain requirements?
RM VII
Define Requirements for Hemisfair RFP

RFP Response I- Overview5:59
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of responding to RFP including pricing that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What all to include in the RFP Proposal?
What is excellent RFP Proposal?
How to prepare such an excellent RFP Proposal and with what tools? Overview
RFP Response I
RFP Response II-First Personal Contact6:32
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of responding to RFP including pricing that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What all to include in the RFP Proposal?
What is excellent RFP Proposal?
How to prepare such an excellent RFP Proposal and with what tools? First Personal Contact
RFP Response II
RFP Response III-Understand RFP4:02
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of responding to RFP including pricing that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What all to include in the RFP Proposal?
What is excellent RFP Proposal?
How to prepare such an excellent RFP Proposal and with what tools? Understand RFP
RFP Response III
RFP Response IV-Understand Requirements3:46
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of responding to RFP including pricing that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What all to include in the RFP Proposal?
What is excellent RFP Proposal?
How to prepare such an excellent RFP Proposal and with what tools? Understand Requirements
RFP IV
RFP Response V-Develop Multiple Possible Solutions7:14
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of responding to RFP including pricing that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What all to include in the RFP Proposal?
What is excellent RFP Proposal?
How to prepare such an excellent RFP Proposal and with what tools? Develop Multiple Possible Solutions
RFP Response V
RFP Response VI-Configure Ideal Option9:54
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of responding to RFP including pricing that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
What all to include in the RFP Proposal?
What is excellent RFP Proposal?
How to prepare such an excellent RFP Proposal and with what tools? Configure Ideal Option
RFP Response VI
RFP Response to the Hemisfair RFP

Project Timelines I-Overview5:31
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining project implementation timelines that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Understand what does it take to determine reliable project implementation timelines
Understand how to determine reliable project timelines
How to define the project
How to plan the project
Project Timelines I
Project Timelines II-How to define the project8:23
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining project implementation timelines that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Understand what does it take to determine reliable project implementation timelines
Understand how to determine reliable project timelines
How to define the project
How to plan the project
Project Timelines II
Project Timelines III-How to plan the project I11:35
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining project implementation timelines that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Understand what does it take to determine reliable project implementation timelines
Understand how to determine reliable project timelines
How to define the project
How to plan the project I
Project Timelines III
Project Timelines IV-How to plan the project II10:46
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining project implementation timelines that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Understand what does it take to determine reliable project implementation timelines
Understand how to determine reliable project timelines
How to define the project
How to plan the project II
Project Timelines IV
Determine Reliable Project Timelines for Hemisfair Project

Determine gaps in existing client systems/As-Is Processes I- Overall Approach4:42
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining gaps in existing client systems/As-Is Processes that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Documenting As-Is Processes
Identify Customer Requirements
Analyze the Process to determine Gaps
Determine Gaps I
Determine gaps in existing client Processes II-Documenting As-Is Processes6:04
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining gaps in existing client systems/As-Is Processes that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Documenting As-Is Processes
Identify Customer Requirements
Analyze the Process to determine Gaps
Determine Gaps II
Determine gaps in existing client Processes III- Identify Customer Requirements5:36
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining gaps in existing client systems/As-Is Processes that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Documenting As-Is Processes
Identify Customer Requirements
Analyze the Process to determine Gaps
Determine Gaps III
Determine gaps in existing client Processes IV- Analyze the Process8:33
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of determining gaps in existing client systems/As-Is Processes that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Documenting As-Is Processes
Identify Customer Requirements
Analyze the Process to determine Gaps
Determine Gaps IV
Determine gaps in existing client processes

Mapping & Enhancing solutions to suit client requirements I- Overall Approach4:14
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of mapping & enhancing solutions to suit client requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Perform Root Cause Analysis
Generate Solutions
Develop the “Should be” Map
Reassess the Gap
MES I
Mapping & Enhancing solutions to suit client requirements II- Perform RCA4:48
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of mapping & enhancing solutions to suit client requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Perform Root Cause Analysis
Generate Solutions
Develop the “Should be” Map
Reassess the Gap
MES II
Mapping & Enhancing solutions to suit client requirements III- Generate Solution3:50
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of mapping & enhancing solutions to suit client requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Perform Root Cause Analysis
Generate Solutions
Develop the “Should be” Map
Reassess the Gap
MES III
Mapping & Enhancing solutions to suit client requirements IV- “Should be” Maps3:34
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of mapping & enhancing solutions to suit client requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Perform Root Cause Analysis
Generate Solutions
Develop the “Should be” Map
Reassess the Gap
MES IV
Mapping & Enhancing solutions to suit client requirements V- Reassess the Gap5:02
The purpose of the Section is to give you an in-depth understanding of mapping & enhancing solutions to suit client requirements that can help you build Excellence in Solutions Design
At the end of this lecture you will learn the following
Overall Approach
Perform Root Cause Analysis
Generate Solutions
Develop the “Should be” Map
Reassess the Gap
Map and Enhance solutions to suit Hemisfair requirements

Requirements

Open mind and willingness to learn

Description

Successful IT solutions don't begin with technology—they begin with understanding business problems.

The ability to gather requirements, analyze business needs, design effective IT solutions, and successfully deliver them is one of the most valuable skills for Solution Architects, IT Consultants, Business Analysts, Solution Consultants, Functional Consultants, and Digital Transformation professionals.

This course teaches the complete IT Solution Design & Delivery methodology used to transform business requirements into practical, scalable, and successful IT solutions.

Unlike courses that focus only on software architecture or only on business analysis, this course covers the complete solution lifecycle—from understanding customer requirements to designing, validating, implementing, and continuously improving IT solutions.

Whether you are preparing for a Solution Architect role, working in IT consulting, supporting business transformation initiatives, or looking to strengthen your solution design capabilities, this course provides practical frameworks that you can immediately apply in real projects.

What makes this course different?

This course follows the complete IT Solution Design & Delivery lifecycle used across consulting and technology organizations.

You will learn how to:

Understand business problems and customer expectations.
Gather, analyze, prioritize, and validate business requirements.
Perform business analysis, process mapping, and gap analysis.
Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and Design Thinking methodologies to improve solution quality.
Design practical, scalable, and business-focused IT solutions.
Develop winning RFP responses and solution proposals.
Plan solution implementation and project timelines.
Build, test, validate, and refine solution designs.
Measure solution performance and continuously improve outcomes.

Throughout the course, you will learn proven consulting methodologies through practical examples and real-life case studies.

What you will learn

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Design end-to-end IT solutions that address real business needs.
Translate business requirements into practical solution designs.
Apply industry-standard requirements engineering techniques.
Perform business analysis and identify solution opportunities.
Create structured solution proposals and RFP responses.
Improve solution quality using Lean, Six Sigma, and Design Thinking.
Plan successful solution implementation and delivery.
Build confidence in solving complex business and technology challenges.

Practical learning through real business scenarios

This course combines structured learning with practical application through:

Real-life case studies
Solution design exercises
Requirements analysis activities
RFP response examples
Project planning exercises
Business process improvement scenarios

The emphasis is not only on learning concepts but also on applying proven consulting methodologies to solve real business challenges.

Who should take this course?

This course is ideal for:

Aspiring Solution Architects
IT Consultants
Solution Consultants
Business Analysts
Functional Consultants
Technology Consultants
Digital Transformation Professionals
Project Managers involved in solution design and delivery
Professionals responsible for designing, implementing, or improving IT solutions

Why learn from me?

I am Arun Singhal (B-Tech, MBA – IIM Bangalore) with leadership experience at Unilever, Johnson & Johnson, Danone, Cello, and the Indian Institute of Management Udaipur.

Over the years, I have led business transformation, technology-enabled decision-making, and strategic problem-solving across multiple industries. This course combines proven consulting frameworks with practical industry experience to help you develop the capabilities required to design and deliver successful IT solutions.

Whether you are preparing for your next consulting assignment, transitioning into a Solution Architect role, or strengthening your solution design expertise, this course will equip you with practical knowledge and proven methodologies that you can immediately apply in your career.

Enroll today and master the complete IT Solution Design & Delivery process—from business requirements to successful solution implementation.

This Course is Part of a Structured Learning Path

Learning Path: TECHNOLOGY PATH (Starter → Builder → Advanced)

This course is your BUILDER step.

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After completing this course, continue your growth with:

How to become Software Developer (Starter)

Software Development Excellence (Builder)

Solution Architecture (Builder)

IT Product Management (Advanced)

Master in AI (Advanced)

Generative AI (Advanced)

Who this course is for:

Consultants and aspiring consultants who want to design and deliver end-to-end client solutions with confidence
Business Analysts (BAs) looking to strengthen skills in requirements gathering, solution design, and stakeholder alignment
Product Managers and Product Owners who need to translate customer needs into scalable, high-impact solutions
Solution Architects and IT professionals involved in designing, developing, and implementing business solutions
Project Managers responsible for planning, executing, and delivering complex solutions successfully
Operations and process improvement professionals focused on optimization using Lean, Six Sigma, and design methodologies

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Introduction & Overview5 lectures • 38min

Real Life Case Reviews3 lectures • 27min

Process Excellence Tools- Six Sigma3 lectures • 21min

Process Excellence Tools-Lean4 lectures • 33min

Process Excellence Tools- Design Excellence9 lectures • 1hr 12min

Requirements Management7 lectures • 42min

RFP Response6 lectures • 37min

Project Timelines4 lectures • 36min

Determine gaps in existing client systems/As-Is Processes4 lectures • 25min

Mapping & Enhancing solutions to suit client requirements5 lectures • 21min

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