Watermark Learning

OCTOBER 3, 2023

A post from the Watermark Learning Project Brief Blog. A Business Analyst (BA) employs their skill sets to bring business value. It also has a list of 50 techniques that ensure consistency and effectiveness in the application of business analysis, which is the topic of today’s article What is the BABOK® Guide?

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Analysts Corner

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The year started strong with a few things happening in the world of business analysis and IT — and we were lucky to have a few very interesting submissions in our corner. A lot of articles on business analysis career development, BA tools & techniques, Agile, AI and Enterprise Architecture this time.

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The BAWorld

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

This is a functional requirement This is a non-functional requirement This is not a requirement for a system This is a constraint for the system A Business Analyst has joined a project under maintenance and found that there is no requirements register to maintain requirements. How should Ron document these?

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The BAWorld

MARCH 13, 2024

Business analysis is a critical cornerstone for organizational success, helping companies identify issues, formulate solutions, and optimize operations. With a diverse toolkit of techniques and strategies at their disposal, business analysts can truly shine. Ready to optimize your business processes?

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Analysts Corner

AUGUST 8, 2023

Welcome to the a slightly belated July edition of Analyst’s corner digest. We’ve got some insights on using SWOT and identifying business rules, a guide to assess your enterprise architecture practice maturity, an interview with Karl Wiegers as recorded by Fabricio Laguna; and a few career stories: how do you start a new project as a BA? .

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The BAWorld

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

A Business Analyst is required to gather requirements, serving as a bedrock to project success. Understanding the views and expectations of each stakeholder is important for aligning project objectives with business goals. These sessions provide opportunities for exploring new ways of doing things.

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The BAWorld

MARCH 8, 2024

In any organization, a business need is a first and foremost task as on the basis of a business need, the organization creates a new product or service. And this is where the requirement analysis and modelling play a crucial role in avoiding major problems that could arise in the future and determining the success of the project.

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Analysts Corner

MARCH 12, 2023

In the digest below you will find answers to the questions like: how to perform SWOT analysis, how to use requirements traceability matrices, how to nail you requirements workshops, and probably most importantly how to overcame one of the biggest concerns of an aspiring BA — dealing with the problem of no prior experience. 31st March 2023 ?

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Watermark Learning

JULY 31, 2023

A post from the Watermark Learning Project Brief Blog. The ever-evolving business world requires reliable guidelines to assess and maximize corporate productivity. In this article, we will explore the nuances of this invaluable resource so you can understand why it’s necessary for anyone involved in business analysis.

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The BAWorld

DECEMBER 23, 2023

In this blog, we delve into the world of Business Analysis, exploring the diverse roles and skill sets associated with this dynamic field. As many aspiring Business Analysts may have noticed, job descriptions for this role often demand a range of skills, a confusing understanding of the distinct types of Business Analysts.

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Analysts Corner

MARCH 7, 2023

I am going to divide this blog into 2 personas — one who has no experience at all (a freshie) and one who has professional experience, but not as a BA. Just for the sake of becoming a Business Analyst, don’t ignore the job roles coming through your on or off campus placements. Prepare your own portfolio. How can you do that?

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Watermark Learning

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

A post from the Watermark Learning Project Brief Blog. With more than 174,727 business analysts in the United States alone, there’s bound to be a plethora of opinions about how to analyze operations and steer companies toward success. The International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) Canada publishes the BABOK guide.

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The BAWorld

MARCH 8, 2024

As defined by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA), Business analysis is the practice of “enabling change in an enterprise by defining needs and recommending solutions that deliver value to stakeholders”. This article will provide an answer to the fundamental question – How to become a Business Analyst?

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Astera

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Alexander Graham Bell’s motto, ‘Preparation is the key to success,’ resonates powerfully in data analysis. It involves refining, structuring, and formatting raw data, setting the stage for insightful analysis. What is the main issue the analysis aims to solve? Will any variables require transformation?

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The BAWorld

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

Elicitation is unarguably one of the most important activities which are performed by a business analyst. It describes the tasks performed by a business analyst to obtain information from all required stakeholders. Business analysts perform elicitation activities through direct communication with stakeholders.

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The BAWorld

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

Once you finish the test, you will find a detailed analysis of the test. This detailed analysis will have correct answers and explanations for the correct answer. CCBA Practice Test Welcome to your CCBA Mock Test Business analyst Helen has joined a project a few months back. the Business Analyst's workplace c.

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Business Analysts

JANUARY 17, 2024

by Business Analysis, The Art of Knowing Your Audience In the dynamic realm of business analysis, effective communication stands as the cornerstone of success. Carkenord’s book, “Seven Steps to Mastering Business Analysis,” Chapter 2 dives deep into the importance of knowing your audience.

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Business Analysts

JANUARY 17, 2024

by Business Analysis, The Art of Knowing Your Audience In the dynamic realm of business analysis, effective communication stands as the cornerstone of success. Carkenord’s book, “Seven Steps to Mastering Business Analysis,” Chapter 2 dives deep into the importance of knowing your audience.

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Business Analysts

MAY 14, 2024

by Business Analysis, We’ve spoken about the importance of process improvement. ” These are basically just another way of using the same process modelling technique. .” ” These are basically just another way of using the same process modelling technique. This is called Business Process Modelling.

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The BAWorld

AUGUST 23, 2022

In this blog, we will talk about the career journey of Snehal, a business analyst with years of experience working in several domains. . Every organization requires business analysts for identifying business needs and coming up with viable solutions to business problems. Background.

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The BAWorld

AUGUST 23, 2022

In this blog, we will talk about the career journey of Snehal, a business analyst with years of experience working in several domains. . Every organization requires business analysts for identifying business needs and coming up with viable solutions to business problems. Background.

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The BAWorld

AUGUST 23, 2022

In this blog, we will talk about the career journey of Snehal, a business analyst with years of experience working in several domains. . Every organization requires business analysts for identifying business needs and coming up with viable solutions to business problems. Background.

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Watermark Learning

JUNE 9, 2021

A post from the Watermark Learning Project Brief Blog. In our previous blogs, we covered what Agile business analysis is and how business analysts add value in an Agile environment. In this final blog, we talk about how to leverage Business Analysis skills in each of the five Scrum Events.

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Astera

MAY 6, 2024

Data mining , also known as Knowledge Discovery in Data (KDD), is a powerful technique that analyzes and unlocks hidden insights from vast amounts of information and datasets. Simplifying data visualization and basic analysis. – Useful for sentiment analysis, topic modeling, etc. What Is Data Mining? Advanced Tools (e.g.,

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Business Analysts

APRIL 5, 2023

by Business Analysis, Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the business landscape by enabling organizations to leverage data insights and automate routine tasks. On the one hand, AI-based analysis (e.g., machine learning or deep learning) can empower the Business Analyst role to deliver tangible value.

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Astera

APRIL 9, 2023

AI-based document processing is transforming the finance industry by unlocking the potential of unstructured data and improving data analysis, compliance, risk management, and decision-making. As a result, it requires advanced AI techniques to extract meaningful insights from it.

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Watermark Learning

MAY 21, 2021

In today’s blog, we will take a few minutes to introduce the topic of conducting business analysis in an Agile environment, including what it is, the agile BA mindset, and the 7 principles of Agile business analysis. Business Analysis in an Agile World. What is Agile Business Analysis?

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Watermark Learning

MAY 28, 2021

A post from the Watermark Learning Project Brief Blog. Welcome to the second in a series of three blogs in which we discuss Agile Business Analysis. In our previous blog, we talked about what Agile business analysis is and the Agile mindset. Understanding the Business Need.

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Adaptive US

MARCH 18, 2021

As per a survey by Indeed.com, Business process analysts earn a dismal $5000 less than their counterparts, Business Analysts. The good part is that it is relatively straightforward for Business Process Analysts to move into a Business Analyst role as they perform pretty similar tasks and responsibilities.

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BA Careers

MAY 15, 2024

In this article, we will delve into the intricacies of UML interaction … Continue reading "Demystifying UML Interaction Diagram: A Comprehensive Guide" The post Demystifying UML Interaction Diagram: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on BACareers, The Business Analyst Blog.

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BA Careers

MAY 11, 2024

Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting your journey in … Continue reading "How to create Activity Diagram: A Comprehensive Guide" The post How to create Activity Diagram: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on BACareers, The Business Analyst Blog.

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BA Careers

MAY 10, 2024

In this article, we delve into the intricacies of Activity Diagrams, exploring their significance, symbols, creation methods, and … Continue reading "Navigating Activity Diagrams: A Comprehensive Guide" The post Navigating Activity Diagrams: A Comprehensive Guide appeared first on BACareers, The Business Analyst Blog.

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BA Careers

MAY 9, 2024

Create an Activity Diagram : In the world of systems analysis and design, activity diagrams serve as invaluable tools for visually representing workflows, processes, and activities within a system.

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Astera

JUNE 14, 2023

Enterprises deal with a high volume of documents daily, such as invoices and purchase orders. Data capture lets businesses extract valuable information from these unstructured documents for informed decision making. In this blog, we explore data capture and how it has evolved over time. What is Data Capture?

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Bridging the Gap

MAY 18, 2023

Becoming a Lead Business Analyst is a significant step in your career. If you’re curious whether or not you are prepared for a Lead Business Analyst role, this video is for you because I share 5 tips to help you excel as a Lead Business Analyst. It means more authority, more responsibility, and more impact.

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Astera

MARCH 28, 2024

Establishing a data catalog is part of a broader data governance strategy, which includes: creating a business glossary, increasing data literacy across the company and data classification. Are the benefits just limited to data analysts? This not only streamlines access to data but also enhances productivity.

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BA Careers

APRIL 29, 2024

Introduction: A Functional Requirements Document (FRD) serves as the cornerstone of any software development project. It outlines what the system should do, how it should behave, and what features it should possess. Crafting a thorough FRD is crucial for ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned on project goals and expectations.

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