Formalise

This section is more technical in nature.  It sets the modelling parameter framework.  It guides the modelling into understand the acceptable minimum requirements in terms of the methodology.  A key component of this work is for the modeller to complete a Gap Analysis Report (in a specified format) that will ensure the client understand at the beginning what the consequences are if there are limitations on data quality.  In other words the question is asked

 “what will compromise the modeller’s ability to fully completing the projected objectives”.

 This ensures there are no excuses or surprises when the project is delivered in draft report form.

 Other aspects considered in this stage are 

• Survey requirements and needs
• Catchment Element (area, slope, Soils, Land-use)
• Rainfall inputs
• Calibration data quality (Flow Gauges, Water level gauges, Rainfall gauges)