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Since the invention and introduction of the entity-relationship modelling technique by Peter Chen in 1970s, data modelling techniques have been used to represent information requirements of an organization as well as describe how data should be used to meet the requirements given by the end user.
Read MoreSo, whether you are working as a business analyst or software tester, here's why you should consider using a test case management software to ease the process of requirements’ verification.
Read MoreDefects may be encountered during test sessions as a result of software errors, missed requirements, test script errors or user errors, to mention a few.
This piece provides 5 key tips on software testing that can help in managing defects.
Read MoreEvery business should strive to provide valuable products and services to its customers. To attain this goal, businesses need to stay innovative and remain one step ahead of their competition at all times.
Read MoreEvery organization should have one or more robust tool(s) that can be used for managing its software requirements. Depending on the size of the software project, it can be as simple as documenting the requirements using a word document or as complex as employing a requirements management software.
Read MoreThough the best workflow management systems can prove costly, there are certain benefits associated with these tools that many companies find worth the investment.
Read MoreOne of the key components of BPM Technology is a process repository with the capability to store information on organization-wide processes. Repository tools are not the same as presentation/drawing applications like Powerpoint and Visio and are usually more effective for the following reasons:
Read MoreRecently, a colleague needed me to append my signature to a document he had emailed to me. It would have been too cumbersome to print out the document, sign it and then scan it back to him so we started looking for options that allow drawing one’s signature, saving it as an image and then inserting it on the electronic document. These applications are particularly useful and can be used on projects where stakeholders are geographically dispersed and they need to endorse a document.
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Collaboration 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 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 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 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.
