Sneak circuit analysis: Lessons learned for beginners based on a successful application

Sneak Circuit Analysis is intended for critical applications which are essential to mission success and safety. A quality SCA often involves a considerable amount of effort, resources, and time. A successful SCA requires management involvement at the initiation of the program so all parties are fully aware of what is required to achieve the end objective. A capable systems analyst can perform a quality SCA through proper planning at the beginning of the task, communication and coordination with fellow systems analysts beginning early and continuing through out the analysis, thorough documentation of each phase of the SCA, employment of quality gates at each phase, and independent technical reviews.