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No matter what business you're in, chances are big data has already transformed it - and if not, it soon will.
Big data has already changed our lives in dramatic ways, and is poised to become an even more crucial component of the business world. If you're not prepared for the ways in which big data will impact your company, it's time to start looking forward.
Read MoreIf you’re working as part of an agile team and are looking for software tools to help report work in progress, backlog items, create reports and generate other artefacts typically produced by agile teams, you’ve probably already come across Trello and Jira. In addition to these tools however, there are other tools in the market you may explore, depending on the peculiarities of your project.
Read More“In the workplace, companies that can effectively exploit the IoT may ultimately have a competitive advantage,” DeVry University notes. “Harnessing all of the data constantly streaming from devices in the IoT is not an easy task. Companies that have the means to identify the best sources of data and analyze it can make informed decisions more quickly than ever before.”
Read MoreSoftware security is a necessity in today’s world. If a company has horrible security, no one will ever purchase their brand of software. There are always new mandates, and if those aren’t an issue, you can be certain that there will be a few disgruntled customers who demand that the company in question deliver on their security claims. Guest post by Sophie Ross
Read MoreAnalytics is a constantly changing field. The demand for business analysts that understand this changing landscape has been growing steadily over the past few years. New technologies, analytical techniques and methods of gathering data all play a part in developing analytics trends. Staying ahead of the curve in this field is as important as the ability to do in-depth analysis and present your findings in an engaging way. Guess Post
Read MoreThis article provides a list of interactive prototyping tools with free trial access (some are offered completely free) for simple projects. So, if you’re looking for an interactive prototyping tool to create your mockups, or just exploring the market before making a purchase, explore the options below:
Read MoreThis article explores what RPA really is and touches on its perceived advantages and disadvantages.
Read MoreDespite the well-touted benefits of robotic process automation, there are a few caveats implementation teams should keep in mind for a successful implementation of robotic process automation projects:
Read MoreBusiness technology continues to evolve in many ways. Some of these changes have the potential to revolutionalize business operations, if properly implemented. The following are some trends business analysts should be aware of. Sponsored Post
Read MoreAs a practising BA Consultant for the past 25 years, I have come across many business analysis tools. I was forced to use some of these tools because my clients and organizations where I worked required me to. I do read about a lot of blogs and articles on the subject of which business analysis tool is used most extensively in industry. Many of them appear to be simple marketing propaganda by the tool vendors (or copy paste from someone else’s blogs) touting which particular tool is the greatest for business analysts.
Read MoreThere are plenty of tools you should implement in your organization to improve your processes and consistently grow your business. BPM software is definitely one of them. Read on to explore how it can help you improve your business workflow.
Read MoreIs big data the next buzzword that’s going to fade away or a fancy term for a phenomenon that’s here to stay? Guest Post By Olivia
Read MoreThe idea of representing data visually has been around for ages. In the business setting, we visualize data to help decision-makers grasp difficult concepts or identify new patterns, often using pie charts, graphs, infographics, and other visual aids.
Read MoreIn some cases, a software application will need to send data to or receive data from another. How does one achieve this integration between two separate applications built with separate development languages? An application programming interface (API) is a set of routines for achieving this. It specifies how software components should communicate with one another.
Read MoreUser stories play an important role in agile software development. Their main goal is to shift the focus from writing about requirements to talking about them.
Read MoreThere are plenty of try-before-you-pay-a-lot offers for Requirement Management Software. Good, free RM software, however, is rare. This article sketches out three of the most promising packages and informs you of the pros and cons of each. Not all of them are winners. But there are still some excellent, free bargains available. Let’s see what’s out there.
Read MoreCommunicating requirements visually is a very effective way of communicating with stakeholders. However, if you’re not a designer, creating beautiful visual diagrams, charts, plans, and maps can seem like a challenge. Luckily, we have tools like Lucidchart, that make it simple to communicate with stakeholders using easy-to-use tools and pre-designed templates.
Read MoreThough having a technical background is not a prerequisite to becoming an effective business analyst, it is important that BAs understand the underlying technology behind the solutions they propose, so that they can better advise stakeholders on its limitations and possibilities.
Read MoreSince 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 MoreYou shouldn’t have to create an excellent design from scratch. Most apps are the result of iterative design, a methodology based on a cyclic process of prototyping, testing, analyzing, and refining. Design mockups play a significant role in regards to this methodology, allowing designers to create example designs in a fraction of the time it would take using traditional tools.
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.
