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Business Analysts usually have to prepare wireframes that represent stakeholders' requirements for validation purposes. When requirements are presented visually, stakeholders are better able to point out improvements that can be made before system development begins. This post is a compilation of free wireframing applications you can use to get started when designing user screens/mockups.
Read MoreIt is now easier than ever before to hold business meetings with colleagues, clients or stakeholders who are far from your base. Costly flights and hotel stays will become a thing of the past if you hold your meetings online instead.
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The term, "SOA" has been thrown around a lot in the professional world and often means different things to different people.
Read MoreCollaboration in the workplace is not an easy task no matter how you look at it. You can have a group of people who share the same values, character and attitude towards work...and still fail at getting things organized. Explore these tools to improve collaboration at your workplace.
Read MoreAnalytics is embraced in most companies for making big decisions. This is enhanced by the growth of big data and the technological advancements required to enhance its potential.
Read MoreYour choice of software development methodology typically defines your team’s goals and the principles you operate by to achieve them. Test-driven and Behaviour-driven developments are two categories of development/specification that every technical team (Developers, designers, testers and analysts) should be aware of.
Read MoreVery few business activities can be accomplished today without one form of technology or the other. Software has indeed become a critical aspect of our personal and professional lives. This article highlights the software tools a business analyst would typically use on the job.
Read MoreThe more the level of transparency offered by BPMS technology, the more employees will be motivated to understand the nuances of handoffs, trade suggestions and exchange ideas on how to improve processes.
Read MoreThere are some software applications that are absolutely useful and should be present in every business analyst's toolkit, as a bare minimum. This post lists 5 software functionalities and examples of applications that can deliver them – at little or no cost.
Read MoreTechnical skills are not a pre-requisite to becoming an effective business analyst but having some knowledge of technology and being able to engage in techspeak will provide advantages such as the ability to understand the technical limitations of users’ requirements and engage in discussions with the technical team.
Read MoreDespite the wide acceptance of the importance of IT, a lot of companies are still failing to reap the benefits of investing in it. This is because there is a common problem that runs deep in most organizations: ICT investments are not backed by adequate research - Guest Post by Nicola Joseph.
Read MoreOne of the main tasks business analysts are required to engage in is defining the current state of the business. Processes are a key part of the business and should be continually analyzed for bottlenecks or lapses that may have built up over time. In improving the current state, business processes are defined through models. With the right tool in place, you can focus on the task of process modelling with ease. This post provides a list of free tools you can explore in deciding which process modelling software is best for you and your team. Guest Post by Adriana Sopi
Read MoreThe notion that BAs are supposed to wear multiple hats (especially on Agile teams) can seem quite daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. This post is a follow-up to How Technical Should Business Analysts Be? If you agree like I do, that BAs would benefit from a fundamental understanding of technology, the next question would then be, “What exactly do BAs need to know?”. Here are my top answers.
Read MoreWhile knowledge of IT is not a prerequisite for all business analyst positions, sufficient understanding of how modern technology works would definitely add value to the recommendations proffered by the BA. The more difficult question would then be, "What level of IT knowledge is sufficient?" or "How technical do we have to be as business analysts?"
Read MoreIn order to accurately make good decisions on a continuous basis, it’s beneficial to employ predictive applications, which can, through data processing, produce relatively accurate forecasts on the way your business will go once change is implemented - Guest Post By Enrica Clavito
Read MoreAs an analyst or consultant to an event management company, you may find yourself needing to justify the expense of purchasing event management software. How do you justify in your business case, the main benefits of the software? One way to do this is by focusing on the mistakes the software can help you avoid - Guest Post By Monik Makadiya
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Enhancing the clarity of your requirements can dramatically improve the outcome of your software projects. It can prevent project failure, uncover latent errors early enough and reduce miscommunication. Creating and managing clear and expressive requirements in today’s agile enterprises is often a tedious and daunting task. Luckily, modern requirements definition and management (RDM) systems were created specifically to help with this process. This post lists 5 different benefits you can expect to get out of a modern requirements definition and management system - Guest Post By Tony Higgins
Read MoreIf you are a business intelligence expert and you think convincing your boss of the advantages of Analysis Services is child’s play, think again. While techies realize the potential and benefits of advanced solutions, business owners seldom do. Ironically, those who do not fully understand the power of technology are those with the resources needed to implement it. - Guest Post By Anokhi Sheth.
Read MoreFor process modelling newbies, selecting a Business Process Modelling Software is no walk in the park. First, there are lots of options available in the market. Second, these options come packed with multiple features. Deciding which features you need is the challenge, though it’s always best to choose one that can evolve to meet your changing needs as time goes on.
Read MoreThe days of using inflexible spreadsheet systems to manage events are long gone. Businesses are now reaping the benefits of working online through the cloud or Software as a Service (SaaS) applications to manage their events.
As is often said, the role of business analysts lies in solving business problems. What if you’re an analyst charged with selecting an event management solution? What features would you look out? Guest Post By Monik Makadiya - IVVY.
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.
