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ECBA Exam Preparation Course Starting Feb. 3rd, 2024.

Are you looking to kick-start your Business Analysis career? Do you enjoy problem-solving, creating value, implementing change, building stakeholder relationships, and bringing clarity to complex situations? If you answered yes to these questions, then join the Skilled Business Analyst this July, where we will help you prepare for the Entry Certificate in Business Analysis. Why train with The Skilled Business Analyst?…

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Waterfall versus Agile projects

  In order to effectively gather requirements, facilitate communication between stakeholders, and ensure that project goals are met Business Analysts need to understand the framework of the selected methodology that is being used in their organisation – Waterfall or Agile. This blog explores these two approaches in the world of project management. We’ll break down what makes Waterfall and Agile…

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The anatomy of a user story

  A user story is a concise, informal description of a feature or functionality from the perspective of the end user. It provides a concise and user-centric way to capture requirements, focusing on the needs and expectations of end-users. In this post we will delve into detail on how a user story is structured using an example. Context: The sales…

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Your go to prioritization techniques!

Prioritization is key for features and requirements! From MoSCoW to RICE, there are various techniques to help prioritize requirements and features. Whether it’s categorizing requirements by priority, understanding customer needs, or assigning weights, the goal is to ensure that the most critical items are developed first. In this post we briefly discuss the 4 common prioritization techniques: MoSCoW: MoSCoW is…

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Overcoming Analysis Paralysis

  Analysis paralysis can happen when a Business Analyst spends too much time analyzing data, requirements, or potential solutions and becomes unable to move forward with the project or provide actionable recommendations. It often happens when there is a lot of information to process or a lack of clarity on the problem or business goals. In this post we discuss tips…

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Common Business Analysis Acronyms

Business Analysis is a field that is full of acronyms, which can be overwhelming for newcomers to the industry. Acronyms are used to represent complex ideas and concepts in a shorter form, and they are commonly used in business analysis to save time and space. Some acronyms are well-known in the industry, while others may be specific to a particular…

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4 must have collaboration tools for Business Analysts

As a business analyst, collaborating with your team and stakeholders is a critical part of your job. Effective communication and collaboration help ensure everyone is aligned on project goals, requirements, and timelines. In this blog, we will explore four must-have collaboration tools for business analysts. Miro – The Visual Collaboration Platform for Every Team | Miro Miro is a collaborative…

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The multifaceted role of Business Analysts

As Business Analysts we wear many hats and perform many roles. In this post we discuss the multifaced role of a Business Analyst (BA) from Change Agent to Influencer! Change Agents: We play a critical role in driving change within an organization. We act as catalysts for change by providing expertise and facilitating communication amongst our stakeholders. Problem Solvers: We…

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