Requirements

Non-Functional Requirements

1. Security

Ensures the protection of data and operations from unauthorized access and breaches. This includes implementing robust authentication mechanisms, data encryption at rest and in transit, secure communication protocols, and compliance with applicable data protection regulations. Security measures should also address potential vulnerabilities within the system to safeguard sensitive information, particularly legal documents.

2. Performance

Refers to the responsiveness of the application and its ability to process transactions and queries efficiently. Performance requirements could specify acceptable load times for web pages, maximum response times for user interactions, and the handling of simultaneous document uploads and queries without degradation of user experience. This ensures the application remains swift and responsive under normal operating conditions.

3. Accuracy

Involves the precision and correctness of operations performed by the application, especially in data handling and processing. For the application, accuracy means the AI-driven document queries must return relevant and correct information based on user inputs. It also encompasses the correct upload and retrieval of documents, ensuring data integrity is maintained without losses or errors.

4. Future Modularity

Pertains to the design and structure of the application in such a way that it allows for easy modifications, updates, and integration of new features without extensive rework. This involves using a modular architecture where components are loosely coupled and interact through well-defined interfaces, facilitating easier maintenance and future expansion.

5. Scalability (not distributed system, only for document load for internal use)

Concerns the application's ability to handle increased document loads and user numbers efficiently without impacting performance. For internal use, this includes scaling up resources to manage higher volumes of document interactions as the organisation grows. Scalability should be addressed by optimizing database management, resource allocation, and possibly employing efficient document storage and retrieval techniques.