Business Analysis Proficiency Assessment
As the use of AI grows, the skills that distinguish human business analysts become even more critical. This skills inventory helps you take stock of where you’re strong and where you may want to grow as business analysis continues to evolve. For more on how a BAs can thrive in an AI-enabled environment, see our […]
Business Analysis Proficiency
A skills assessment is always a good idea, no matter what stage you are at in your career. Identifying development opportunities can help you: Advance to the next level in your organization Thrive in AI-enabled environments (our Practical AI for Business Analysts blog post has more on this) Identify competencies that your team needs Considering whether […]
Process Flow Chart Symbols
There are many types of diagrams that can be used to show workflow. Commonly used examples include: ANSI (American National Standards Institute) Standard Flow Charts: traditional, well-established diagramming technique that can show all business processes Swim Lane/Functional Flow Charts: a more structured flow chart that focuses on interactions between organizational units UML Activity Diagram: based […]
Risk Response and Planning
It’s important to identify potential project and business risks. But the work doesn’t stop there. For any risk that is likely to happen, or that would have a significant impact if it did, you should plan a proactive risk response. In addition, a contingency plan should be developed to specify how the team will react […]
Non-Functional Requirement Categorization
Non-functional requirements often determine a user’s satisfaction with the solution. They detail constraints that are not addressed by other requirements (thus the term “non-functional”). The BABOK® details 15 common categories of non-functional requirements. Fully specifying non-functional requirements can be challenging. They’re often difficult to measure or test, particularly prior to implementation. They can conflict with […]
Introduction to EARS Technique
The Easy Approach to Requirements Syntax (EARS) is an approach that provides structure to requirements written in text. It makes use of a small number of keywords and a syntax (structure). Requirements are expressed in a consistent format that is easy for audiences to understand. Unlike more extensive standards, EARS requires very little training and […]
SCAMPER Technique
Environmental advocates encourage us to “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle”. We should do the same in our organizations! It’s not necessary – or even wise – to start from scratch every time we take on something new. The SCAMPER technique encourages us to Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to other uses, Eliminate, or Rearrange the things we […]