The Difference Between Business Analysis and Systems Analysis
/The work of a business analyst and system analyst differs greatly in relation to the set of skills required although there may be some overlap between the two.
Read MoreThe work of a business analyst and system analyst differs greatly in relation to the set of skills required although there may be some overlap between the two.
Read MoreThough the benefits of business analysis may seem obvious, the reality is that most companies do not fully appreciate how their businesses can be helped by analysis and the improvements that can arise as a result.
Read MoreBusiness analysis has developed into a core business practice in an attempt to link a firm’s capabilities with its objectives.
Read MoreThis is one of the most common questions I get asked: "How do I get into Business Analysis?". This post contains an answer to this question that I hope will work for you.
Read MoreThis article discusses a possible career path (one of many) that Business Analysts may choose to consider. If you have been working as a Business Process Analyst in particular, you may want to consider the Business Process Manager role which allows you to supervise Business Process Analysts.
Read MoreNegotiation is a fact of life. It is essential in everyday business situations and even in resolving personal conflicts. In an ideal world, you would win every negotiation you undertake. Whilst this may not be possible every single time, the following tips will ensure you are prepared and successful the majority of the time. Guest Post By Steve Brown
Read MoreConvincing stakeholders of a certain course of action and gaining their cooperation is easier said than done. Whether you’re bargaining for more project resources or negotiating requirements with stakeholders, only the most honest and transparent strategies can help you win. Guest Post by Steve Brown.
Read MoreWhile it is entirely possible to get your BA career started without any special qualifications or training, if you plan to remain a BA for a while, it makes sense to explore the relevant BA certifications, should you decide to seek formal knowledge.
Read MoreAre you looking for a comprehensive list of habits you should develop to become a successful Business Analyst?
Read MoreInfluencing others is indispensable to effective leadership. From world presidents to parents dealing with recalcitrant kids, influencing can go a long way in turning the tide of events in the desired direction
Read MoreThe Business Process Analyst role is quite interesting to many people and is definitely an excellent career to get into. Before you start checking out vacancies, invest some time in finding out what the job actually involves and how you can land a position as a Business Process Analyst.
Read MoreUsability specialists are hired to increase the rate of system adoption by ensuring that products are easy and pleasurable to use. The only way they can understand or even know what makes a product easy to use is by conducting research aimed at eliciting users' requirements, that is, what makes customers tick? In this regard, one can argue that UX specialists also work as business analysts.
Read MoreLanding a job as a business analyst is not necessarily more complicated than landing other jobs.
That being said, it is important to follow relevant best practices to increase your chances of landing a BA job. I'll divide my five tips for business analyst job seekers into two categories:
Read MoreAre you preparing for a Business Process Analyst Interview?
I've compiled a number of key questions you should be prepared to answer at the very minimum. These questions have been split into the following categories: Tasks, Tools & Techniques and Deliverables. Take a shot at them to see just how prepared you are.
Read MoreThe way you solve problems by applying your analytical skills is very important to the interviewer since this allows him or her to understand how you think through a problem to arrive at a solution. The interviewer will typically craft questions that shed some light on your problem solving skills as well as your level of attention to detail.
Read MoreAt the heart of time management is the concept of Parkinson’s Law. If you give yourself 1 week to finish a task that can be completed in 2 hours, the task will grow in complexity and become daunting to accomplish.
Read MoreSWOT Analysis is one of the most popular strategy-mapping techniques in use today. Though popularly applied to solving business problems, it can also be applied to assessing your position as a professional. SWOT Analysis can help you build your professional profile and identify the relevant steps for channelling your career in the right direction.
Read MoreEmotional competence is the single most important personal quality that each of us must develop and access to experience a breakthrough. Only through managing our emotions can we access our intellect and technical competence. An emotionally competent person performs better under pressure - Dave Lennick, Executive VP, American Express Financial Advisers.
Read MoreBusiness Analysts will often find themselves in situations where they have to convince others of a certain position or influence them to carry out an activity. Where trust exists between stakeholders and the business analyst, it is a lot easier to convince them to behave in a certain way.
Read MoreCommunication skills are indispensable to launching and maintaining a successful business analysis career. Business Analysts apply communication skills at every point: when the project is launched, when eliciting requirements, when liaising with stakeholders and of course, when validating the final solution. In fact, most of what we do relies on effective communication.
Read MoreThis business analyst blog contains practical insights into business analysis, software testing and business process management. I will be sharing business analyst tips, CBAP Certification tips, lessons learnt and insights into all the things I've learnt during my BA career.
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