Business Analysis Live!

Business Analysis Live!

Business analysis is one of the top trending skills today. From problem solvers to change agents to advocates, business analysis professionals perform many roles in organizations and governments all over the world. Join us biweekly on Tuesdays, with hosts Scott Bennett, Business Analysis Manager, and Susan Moore, Community Engagement Manager from the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA®), for a candid practitioner chat breaking down hot topics in business analysis. If you like to listen to lively discussions, interviews, and some great career advice, this podcast is for you.

Business Analysis Live!

Tue Jul 23 2024

Becoming a Business Architect

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Business architecture is about framing the 'why' and enabling the 'how' in an organization. Successful business architects need strong communication skills, empathy, and stakeholder collaboration. Transitioning from a business analyst to a business architect can be driven by identifying pain points in the organization. Resources such as standards, procedures, certifications, and learning from industry experts are crucial for building a solid foundation in business architecture. Business architecture and business analysis work together to align objectives and enable strategic decision-making within an organization.

Business Analysis Live!

Tue Jul 09 2024

Crafting Effective AI Queries

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The episode discusses the use of generative AI in business analysis, focusing on ChatGPT and large language models. The guest, Molson, shares his experience as a software developer turned business analyst. Key insights include the importance of clear prompts, avoiding bias in AI results, developing new skills for clean data sets, and considering business needs before implementing AI tools. Cautions for business analysts include testing outputs, considering factors like latency and cost, and respecting regulations. Tips for interacting with ChatGPT are provided, along with closing remarks and a preview of the next episode featuring Brianne Castile.

Business Analysis Live!

Tue Jun 25 2024

Visual Communication

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This episode explores the power of visual communication and visual thinking in business analysis. It highlights the importance of visuals in engaging stakeholders, simplifying complex information, and enhancing understanding. The episode also discusses the development of visual skills, the impact of visuals on memory and communication, and the use of visual storytelling and AI tools. Join Patty and Grant as they share their insights on visual thinking and its applications in the business world.

Business Analysis Live!

Tue Jun 11 2024

Business Analysts' Roadmap to Formal Leadership

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The episode explores the roadmap for business analysts to transition into formal leadership roles. It covers key insights such as the importance of skills and certifications, strategies for building credibility, essential soft skills for leadership development, transitioning into leadership roles within the same organization, and adapting leadership styles based on situational dynamics. The episode emphasizes continuous learning and personal growth for aspiring leaders in the business analysis field.

Business Analysis Live!

Tue May 28 2024

How To Do Business Analysis

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The episode discusses the practical aspects of business analysis, the adoption of agile development methodologies, the integration of agile methodologies and frameworks, continuous business analysis in agile practices, effective collaboration and learning in software development, choosing the right approach for projects, choosing between waterfall and agile approaches, and adapting business analysis techniques.

Business Analysis Live!

Tue May 14 2024

Unpacking the Global State of Business Analysis

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The episode discusses the Global State of Business Analysis report and its importance for professionals in the field. It provides insights into industries hiring business analysts, average salaries, and career development tools. The report covers different regions and age brackets, making it a valuable resource worldwide. Salary insights and career advancement opportunities are explored, including the impact of experience, certifications, and specializations. The highest paying industries and salary trends are highlighted, along with the demand for business analysts in the government sector. Access to the full report is available for IIBM members. The episode concludes with a focus on business analysis in Toronto's financial services industry.

Business Analysis Live!

Tue Apr 30 2024

Amplifying Agility with AI and Insightful Business Analysis

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The episode discusses the book 'Future Proof' on AI and business analysis. It highlights the urgency of business analysis in an AI-driven world and the need for upskilling in this field. The competencies required for business analysis are evolving, with a greater emphasis on strategic alignment and software delivery lifecycle management. The podcast also explores the evolving role of business analysts in utilizing AI and introduces the AI Accelerator framework. It emphasizes the importance of value-driven analysis and provides insights into skill building and key considerations in business analysis with AI.

Business Analysis Live!

Tue Apr 16 2024

What is Requirements Management?

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This episode covers the importance of requirements management in business analysis. It explores techniques for finding, identifying, and organizing requirements, as well as tools for effective requirements management. The episode also discusses stakeholder engagement, best practices, and insights for successful requirement management.

Business Analysis Live!

Tue Apr 02 2024

What is Business Architecture?

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This episode explores the field of business architecture, focusing on its purpose, required skills, transition from business analyst roles, opportunities available, and the importance of technical expertise. It also discusses the reporting structure within organizations and the varied activities involved in business architecture. The episode highlights the holistic view provided by business architecture and its role in strategic decision-making.

Business Analysis Live!

Tue Mar 19 2024

Neuroscience and Business Analysis

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This episode explores the intersection of neuroscience and business analysis, highlighting the impact of understanding the brain on communication, teamwork, and stakeholder interactions. Key topics include effective facilitation techniques, the fight or flight response, thinking styles, building trust, and adapting communication strategies. The episode concludes with a teaser for a future session on business architecture.

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