The Business Analysis Handbook: Techniques to Deliver Better Business Outcomes, Second Edition

  • 5h 6m
  • Helen Winter
  • Kogan Page
  • 2023

The Business Analysis Handbook was ground-breaking in providing a hands-on guide to the business analyst role. This second edition reflects key developments and new career pathways in the profession.

Business analysis helps organizations to develop an informed understanding of the solutions they need to drive effective change. In the age of digital transformation, the role is more important than ever. Written by an expert, the book provides practical advice on both the skills and the nitty-gritty activities of the profession and outlines tools and techniques with guidelines on how and when to apply them.

This second edition offers increased guidance on remote working and different career pathways in business analysis. Readers will also benefit from a new chapter on how to build the business analysis function effectively in an organization, supported by skills matrix examples, training strategies and tips on career development. It also features examples of hot topics such as agile, sustainability and digital transformation. This is an indispensable guide for business analysts looking to upgrade their skills set and careers. It will also be invaluable for business leaders seeking to harness the value of the business analysis function within their organizations.

About the Author

Helen Winter has over 20 years' business analysis experience, having worked as a consultant on large-scale transformation programmes within the financial services, regulation, insurance and utilities sectors. She is an active volunteer for IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysis) and the founder of Business Bullet, an online magazine promoting business analysis and providing guidance for professionals. She is based in Wolverhampton, UK.

In this Book

  • A Business Analysis Career
  • Building Effective Working Relationships
  • Scoping a Solution
  • Identifying Business Processes
  • Elicitation and Documentation of Business Requirements
  • Elicitation and Documentation of Solution Requirements
  • Getting Your Requirements Approved and Managing Changes
  • Enterprise Business Analysis
  • Business Analysis Maturity and Transition
  • Templates to Use

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