Planning a bi implementation is a complex project and includes typical project management steps. therefore, the first step in the bi planning process is to
a. define the scope
b. define the budget
c. identify the resources needed
d. define the timeline

The correct answer is option a. "define the scope".

Explanation:

Define the scope is one critical step of project management that must take places when the planning of the project is being done. It involves defining certain critical aspects of the project such as: goals, deliverables, features, tasks, deadlines, and costs. Since BI planning includes typical project management steps, define the scope must be the first step.