BA Times

MAY 18, 2023

Corporate analysis is a discipline in which business requirements are defined, and solutions are identified for business issues. For an organization to thrive and function successfully, some things need to be placed during its foundation. Here are some books that can be of assistance. 1. Writing Effective Use Cases (Agile Software Development Series) […] The post Best of BATimes: 10 Best Business Analysis Books For Beginners appeared first on Business Analyst Articles, Webinars, Template

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Dataversity

MAY 17, 2023

Today, AI and ML are everywhere. Whether it’s everyone playing with ChatGPT (the fastest adopted app in history) or a recent proposal to add a fourth color to traffic lights to make the transition to self-driving cars safer, AI has thoroughly saturated our lives. While AI may seem more accessible than ever, the complexity of AI models has increased exponentially.

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Analysts Corner

MAY 17, 2023

How to move forward and achieve results in agile software development I’ve seen firsthand how analysis paralysis can derail even the most well-intentioned agile projects. It’s a common problem that can be caused by a number of factors, including: Too much information. In today’s world, there is an overwhelming amount of information available to us. This can make it difficult to focus on the information that is most relevant to our decision-making process.

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Bridging the Gap

MAY 18, 2023

Becoming a Lead Business Analyst is a significant step in your career. It means more authority, more responsibility, and more impact. 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. In this video, you’ll discover: What a Lead Business Analyst is My 5 tips for success as a Lead Business Analyst Career growth opportunities beyond becoming a Lead Business Analyst If you’re

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Argon Digital

MAY 16, 2023

Unlocking Success: Boosting Business Analyst Skills with Training from ArgonDigital As a passionate business analyst, I understand the importance of continuous learning and staying ahead of the curve in today’s dynamic market. The field of business analysis is ever-evolving, and to thrive in this competitive landscape, it is crucial to equip oneself with the right knowledge and skill sets.

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Business Bullet

MAY 13, 2023

Business analysis is a dynamic field that offers a diverse range of career pathways. With cross-transferable skills in analysis, business, and communication, business analysts are well-positioned for future career progression. Here are some of the many exciting career opportunities available in this field: Business analysts can move into more senior roles within Business Analysis such as senior business analyst / lead business analyst / principal business analyst / head of business analysis.

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Adaptive US

MAY 13, 2023

An IT business analyst works primarily in software development projects. Most business analysis literature focus on application development projects. However, there are different types of projects one may get involved. Here are the popular types of software development projects.

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Analysts Corner

MAY 14, 2023

Introduction: Handling categorical variables in predictive modeling Categorical variables play a crucial role in many real-world datasets, as they represent non-numeric information such as categories, labels, or groups. However, most predictive modeling algorithms require numerical inputs, making it essential to pre-process categorical variables effectively.

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Simplilearn

MAY 17, 2023

A data analyst is a professional who collects and analyzes data to find trends and patterns. They use their findings to help businesses make informed decisions. Data analysts use a variety of tools and techniques to collect and analyze data, including statistical software, data mining tools, and visualization tools. They also have strong communica. Read More.

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Innovation

Timo Elliott

MAY 18, 2023

There’s a meme on the internet about drawing an owl. Here’s a PG-rated version: In case you’re unfamiliar with it, here’s a very capable explanation from ChatGPT: What has that to do with AI? Well, it seems obvious that the latest large-language technologies like ChatGPT and Bard can be used to transform business. And that’s certainly true for tasks such as summarizing documents, which these technologies do astoundingly well.

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Dataversity

MAY 19, 2023

Here’s an important truth: There is no data privacy without data protection. Consumers and companies place their trust in the organizations they do business with and trust that their sensitive data will be kept private. These same organizations want to protect consumer and partner data, to preserve their brand as a trustworthy partner, grow revenues, […] The post Why Data Privacy, Data Security, and Data Protection Go Hand in Hand appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Analysts Corner

MAY 16, 2023

Time management simplified Photo by Aron Visuals on Unsplash So far For those of you who have read my articles here so far, I have written on a broad range of business analysis techniques. I have covered topics such as user stories, use cases, glossary, elicitation, processes, and BPMN. This is the first time I am venturing into a new topic altogether: time management.

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Simplilearn

MAY 19, 2023

In this era ruled by big data and analytics, the challenge that most businesses face is one of how best to soak up the value from all the data that is being collected. The power to combine both unstructured and structured data and then morph it into ‘insights ‘is what is differentiating many companies from their competitors. This new trend, ca. Read More.

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Timo Elliott

MAY 17, 2023

This is my personal summary of the Day 2 Customer Success Keynote at the 2023 SAP Sapphire Customer Conference in Orlando, Florida. A replay is available on the Virtual Sapphire Platform. Day two opened with SAP’s Customer Success leader Scott Russell and a story about bumping into an old friend, who remarked how hard it is for companies to actually change, to take full advantage of the latest technologies.

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Dataversity

MAY 18, 2023

AI applications catering to the mass public are moving towards larger-scale use for enterprises, as big tech companies try to get into this new technology. As the use of AI proliferates in the future, tremendous amounts of computing power from cloud service providers are needed to operate these AI applications and unleash more of their […] The post What Will the Future of the AI and Machine Learning Industry Look Like?

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Smart Data Collective

MAY 17, 2023

AI has been the latest controversy, as it may seem to eliminate the need for human working positions in most professions. Artists, especially, were vocal about their concerns about the technology, considering the system’s merging way of creating art. ChatGPT doesn’t seem to think about the importance of artists after it tells a writer they don’t exist but after citing their previous work.

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MAY 18, 2023

The growth and evolution of AI have been remarkable, with advancements in machine learning algorithms, deep neural networks, and natural language processing revolutionizing various industries. From automation and predictive analytics to intelligent virtual assistants and autonomous vehicles, AI continues to transform the way we live, work, and inte.

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Timo Elliott

MAY 19, 2023

Mastering Data Hygiene Reliable data is at the core of all digital transformation. Here’s a great example of how technology can help make sure that you have a solid information foundation for innovative new business processes. Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) is a winner of one of the prestigious 2023 SAP Innovation Awards , in the “Experience Wizards” category.

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Dataversity

MAY 16, 2023

Enterprises running large SAP HANA instances in the cloud are seeing a new challenge appear as their databases continue to grow. Since SAP HANA has a simplified data layout and structure compared to a more complex legacy database, it was assumed this would result in less data sprawl and duplication. But does the data stay […] The post Controlling SAP HANA Data Sprawl appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Smart Data Collective

MAY 17, 2023

AI technology has become crucial for modern businesses trying to maintain a competitive edge in the 21st Century. Around 35% of businesses are already using AI and another 42% plan to use it in the future. The rapid proliferation of ChatGPT has gained a lot of attention over the last few months, but it is not the only form of AI software impacting business.

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Simplilearn

MAY 17, 2023

Business intelligence has experienced significant growth, driven by the increasing importance of data-driven decision-making and the evolving capabilities of BI tools to extract valuable insights from large and complex datasets. The growth of BI tools is expected to continue as organizations recognize the immense value of data-driven insights in g. Read More.

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Timo Elliott

MAY 15, 2023

Frucor Suntory , a leading Australasian drinks company, has embarked on an innovative journey to enhance its sales processes and customer experience, and has written about the experience in their entry for the 2023 SAP Innovation Awards. By leveraging the power of SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), Frucor Suntory revolutionized its sales automation system, empowering its sales team to deliver exceptional customer service.

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Dataversity

MAY 15, 2023

In the buzzing world of data architectures, one term seems to unite some previously contending buzzy paradigms. That term is “knowledge graphs.” In this post, we will dive into the scope of knowledge graphs, which is maturing as we speak. First, let us look back. “Knowledge graph” is not a new term; see for yourself […] The post Modeling Modern Knowledge Graphs appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Smart Data Collective

MAY 16, 2023

AI technology has taken off over the past year. While many discussions center around ChatGPT , some of the most critical developments in AI can be seen with mobile devices. Android, in particular, is one of the most popular smartphones that 2.5 billion people worldwide use. David Curry of Business of Apps points out that the market for Android apps is massive since around 75% of all smartphone users have Androids.

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Simplilearn

MAY 17, 2023

The growth and evolution of DevOps have been remarkable, revolutionizing the software development and IT operations landscape. DevOps emerged as a response to the traditional silos between development and operations teams, bridging the gap and promoting collaboration, communication, and shared responsibilities. It builds upon Agile practices, empha.

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