2b: Essentials of BA

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The CATWOE analysis is a problem-solving strategy that asks businesses to look at an issue from six different perspectives. The CATWOE analysis is an in-depth and holistic approach to problem-solving because it enables businesses to consider all perspectives. This often forces management out of habitual ways of thinking that would otherwise hinder growth and profitability. Most importantly, the CATWOE analysis allows businesses to combine multiple perspectives into a single, unifying solution.

Measuring the business analyst's success on a project involves looking at how well the business stakeholders are aligned around the concept and how clear the development team is during delivery.

BA mindset means taking responsibility for thinking

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Explore how systems thinking enhances design effectiveness by considering entire systems, avoiding superficial solutions, and tackling root causes.

‘No man is an island’ is a well-known phrase, yet in practice, how often do we understand the interconnectedness of everything around us? Enter systems thinking.

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First Principles thinking breaks down true understanding into building blocks we can reassemble into something that simplifies our problem.

As the business analyst (BA) role continues to evolve, the responsibilities continue to expand. One of the best ways for a business analyst to add value to a project is to understand the processes involved in both the project life cycle (PLC) and the software development life cycle (SDLC). Contrary

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Competencies and Proficiency Levels per Knowledge Area Definitions of skill and knowledge levels used. Practical Knowledge or General Awareness: Limited practical experience. Expertise is developed in a safe, structured environment (small, less complex efforts) where guidance is both sought and provided. Basic Knowledge: Has a fundamental awareness of basic skills and knowledge involved in the work. Understands: Recognizes the key elements of the work and why they are important. However, not expected to have the experience nor skill to execute. Follows Rules: Adheres to prescribed ways to complete the work but needs rules and guidelines to successfully execute. The competency elements are grouped into six Knowledge Areas: Five of the knowledge areas are practitioner-based domains as discussed in IIBA’s Introduction to Business Data Analytics: A Practitioners View; and one is an organizational-based domain from IIBA’s Introduction to Business Data Analytics: An Organizational View.

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