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Requirements Elicitation Techniques for Business Analysts

Requirements Elicitation Techniques

Requirement elicitation is one of the main responsibilities of a business analyst. In simple words, it means collecting requirements from stakeholders to understand what they really need. If requirements are not gathered properly, the whole project can go in the wrong direction. That is why this stage is very important in business analysis. There are different techniques that business analysts use to collect requirements. No single technique works for every project. It depends on the type of pr...

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Author: Suryodaya Maske

Agile vs. Waterfall: What’s the Best Methodology for Business Analysis?

Best Methodology for Business Analysis

When I first learned about Agile and Waterfall, I honestly thought both were just different names for managing projects. But after understanding them more, I realized they actually change how a business analyst works in a project. And for someone in this role, the working style really matters. Waterfall feels more traditional to me. It is like doing things in order and not going back again and again. First, all requirements are collected properly. Then everything is written down in detail. Afte...

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Author: Suryodaya Maske

How Business Analysts Can Add Value to IT Projects

From Requirements to Results: How BAs drive IT Project Value

Business Analysts add value to IT projects by ensuring that business objectives are clearly defined, documented, and aligned with technical execution. The BA approach begins with clearly outlining project goals and objectives in consultation with stakeholders. Success criteria and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are identified early to measure project effectiveness. Kick-off meetings are conducted with all stakeholders to align on project vision, scope, timelines, and expectations. Comm...

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Author: Sadhika Reddy

Key Competencies Every Business Analyst Needs

Key Skills for Business Analysts

The role of Business Analyst demands more than just gathering requirements and documenting them. From my experience and understanding, a Business Analyst acts as a bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams. This responsibility requires a combination of analytical thinking, communication skills, adaptability, and strategic understanding. Over time, I have realized that success in this role depends not only on knowledge but also on how effectively we apply certain key competencies. ...

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Author: Sadhika Reddy

Agile vs. Waterfall: What’s the Best Methodology for Business Analysis?

Detailed comparison between Agile and Waterfall

Role of Business Analyst, demands them to choose between type the methodologies to follow as per the requirements gathered from the stakeholders. The two most commonly, used methodologies are Agile and Waterfall. Waterfall is incremental approach. It has set plan and steps to proceed with the project starting with requirement gathering, requirement analysis, design, testing, deployment and last implementation. Whereas, Agile works on four core values. Customer collaboration over contract negoti...

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Author: srishti

Requirements Elicitation Techniques

Best Methodology for Business Analysis

From Requirements to Results: How BAs drive IT Project Value

Key Skills for Business Analysts

Detailed comparison between Agile and Waterfall

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