Analysts Corner

JANUARY 22, 2023

Creative thinking is one of the most important skills for a business analyst to possess, as it allows us to approach problems and challenges in innovative ways and come up with solutions that may not have been immediately apparent. The Art of Creative Thinking ” by Rod Judkins. The Art of Creative Thinking ” by Rod Judkins.

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Business Analysts

AUGUST 4, 2021

by Business Analysis, One billion dollars wasted, 100 million over budget, a 40-million-dollar initiative costing $250 million dollars! Business Analysis is a service like all others and considering it as such is important for that services success. What is Business Analysis as a Service?

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Analysts Corner

JULY 7, 2023

Over the years, he honed his skills, delved into the nuances of the discipline, and shared his insights through numerous articles, books, and presentations. One of Karl Wiegers’ most influential books, “ Software Requirements ,” has become a cornerstone for understanding the field.

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Analysts Corner

OCTOBER 26, 2023

This time, we’ve got a collection of stories about business analysis, data, agile, and product and project management. Essential practices for business analysis success are surely a must read from the list — based on many years of practical experience. A nice way to finish a busy month. Enjoy the reading!

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Analysts Corner

APRIL 10, 2024

Frameworks like Dual Track Agile from Marty Cagan’s book “Inspired” influenced organizations to split their efforts into product discovery and delivery. Business analysis behind proof of concept (PoC) We may use a PoC when the goal is to make a very small experiment around a business idea, from which we need to assess its feasibility.

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BA Squared

JULY 9, 2020

Business Analysis Skills from 2012 to 2020. In 2012, I stated that the following are the key drivers of business analysis in organizations, and this has NOT changed! Business Agility. Innovation. Engagement of stakeholders to drive agility and innovation. Get Your Free E-Book. Free eBook!

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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. And “Hurrah!”

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Analysts Corner

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Now let’s give credit when credit is due: The concepts, I am about to tell you are my notes of the blue ocean strategy ( very nice book, I recommend reading it ). The lesson here is clear: utility should drive technological innovation, not the other way around. What’s your move?

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Business Analysis Knowledge Share

OCTOBER 8, 2023

A background in business management, marketing, or a related field is often beneficial. Real-Life Scenario: Samsung’s Competitive Analysis of Apple In the realm of smartphone technology, Samsung and Apple are renowned contenders, each boasting an impressive array of innovations and a substantial market share.

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MindsMapped

JULY 22, 2020

I asked if i can unwrap it, to which he gladly agreed and i couldn’t believe my eyes it was the book which i had been exploring quite sometime back and that came as a gift to me and the book name is “How to Start a Business Analyst Career” written by Laura Brandenburg.He Business Process Analyst.

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Business Analysis Knowledge Share

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Technology Companies Technology companies often use ROI metrics to measure the impact of investments in innovation and development. Metrics like user engagement, customer satisfaction, and market share provide insights into the returns on investments in technology and innovation.

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Modern Analyst

MARCH 13, 2024

However, maintaining resilience and adaptability enables me to navigate through obstacles and find innovative solutions to anything that pops-up. Business analysis resources such as articles, blogs, templates, forums, books, along with a thriving business analyst community can be found at [link]

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Analysts Corner

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

When a business analyst or a product owner is eliciting requirements, there is a shift from eliciting stakeholders’ wishes to discovering better and faster ways to solve stakeholders’ problems. > Keep reading… Future and AI 1) A Financial Revolution: J.P. A prime example is J.P. This is where data profiling comes into play.

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Analysts Corner

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) introduced us to the concept of a nimble organization: an organization’s capability to sense and respond to change. They have an experimentation mindset To continue to innovate and lead changes, nimble organizations must be aware that experimenting will come with risks.

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Analysts Corner

AUGUST 8, 2023

> Keep reading… 2) Unlearning and Learning: My Transition from Business Analysis to Product Management by Kavindi Bogahawatte It has been quite some time since my last post as I’ve been transitioning into a new role within Product Management. Welcome to the a slightly belated July edition of Analyst’s corner digest.

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BA Squared

DECEMBER 7, 2020

I am not advocating for big upfront analysis phases and processes, rather more of an iterative, lightweight, and ongoing analysis so that teams can continuously learn about the users and their needs in order to effectively prioritize the backlog and innovate. Go Moneyball. Do you remember Moneyball?

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Analysts Corner

MARCH 15, 2023

Just think about the end goal of a Business Analyst. It is to solve a business problem with an innovative and customer-friendly solution or to grab a foreseen market opportunity to grow a business's revenue. Just remember that you are a BA who can solve any problem with his/her innovative mindset.

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Agilemania

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Use transformational leadership to drive change, develop people, and encourage innovation. However , the following prerequisites are highly recommended for those who intend to take the SAFe® 5 Agilist (SA) certification exam: 5+ years’ experience in software development, testing, business analysis, product, or project management.

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Bridging the Gap

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

In this video, you’ll discover: The difference between business architecture and business analysis. The foundational skill sets needed as a business architect. How to become a business architect. The Difference Between Business Architecture and Business Analysis. WHYNDE KUEHN: Oh, you bet.

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Business Bullet

DECEMBER 31, 2021

There have also been an emergence of companies that have appeared who have focussed on innovation, using existing technology but to deliver services in a different way. If you have found this article useful then you might like my book – The Business Analysis Handbook – Techniques and Questions for better Business Outcomes.

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Analysts Corner

JANUARY 29, 2023

We have always brought different experts here to discuss various interesting subjects for the community of Business Analysis practitioners. There are many resources available including books, articles, conferences, and online courses on the subject. If you are not yet subscribed to this YouTube channel, please do so now.

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BA Squared

JUNE 30, 2020

I am not advocating for big upfront analysis phases and processes, rather more of an iterative, lightweight, and ongoing analysis so that teams can continuously learn about the users and their needs in order to effectively prioritize the backlog and innovate. Get Your Free E-Book. Free eBook!

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The BAWorld

OCTOBER 28, 2021

It goes without saying that one needs to keep updating his/her knowledge in the chosen field, especially a dynamic one, to be effective and possibly innovative. The post Top Agile Blogs to Follow | Techcanvass appeared first on Business Analysis Blog - Techcanvass. Learning is a continuous and never-ending process. Easy Agile.

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Argon Digital

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Level Up Your Business Analysis Game with ArgonDigital's Requirements Training! Enter ArgonDigital’s world-class Requirements Training for Business Analysts – the ultimate power-up for your business analysis journey! Safety, efficiency, and innovation are key considerations. Sounds like a dream, right?

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Business Analysis Hub

DECEMBER 3, 2018

As a business analyst (BA) I can assure you there will be many games in the book and on the website, that you have used in your role under different guises. The Grimms brothers, if you are not familiar with them- they brought together different fairy tales and published them in a book. Try it out….Decision

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Vitality Chicago

APRIL 30, 2021

Patty McCord was the Chief Talent Officer at Netflix and her book Powerful, Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility describes the strategic partnership she shared with CEO Reed Hasting through the growth years of Netflix. The policies created by the HR team at Netflix were innovative and a key enabler to growth and agility.

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MindsMapped

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

It might even be the Business Analyst who acts as the facilitator and presents the topic to the group. As part of the preparation, a quiet place should be booked, all required facilities should be arranged (i.e. The technique is useful for innovative organizations that intend to work on the collective thinking power of their employees.

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Leading Agile

MARCH 31, 2020

It was a business architecture lens and a business analysis lens on top of organizations, but on top of project management, program management, portfolio management organizations. And so like in some of the early I think it was maybe it was Merrifield book rework or maybe it came from your HBR article I can’t remember.

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