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Learn something related to #BusinessAnalyst (Day 8/30) 🚀📚 Today's focus: Ensuring Project Success through Validation and Accuracy Checks with stakeholders ✍️ In today's fast-paced project landscape, ensuring the accuracy and validity of our work is crucial. That's where validation and accuracy checks with stakeholders come in - making sure what we have is correct by asking the people who know about it. A great example of this in action is a project team developing a new mobile app for personal finance management. Before launching, they: - Gathered a group of potential users, including employees and customers, to test the prototype - Collected feedback on functionality and design - Asked users if the app met their needs Based on stakeholder input, the team made necessary adjustments to improve the app before its final launch. By involving stakeholders in the validation process, the team ensured: - Accuracy and validity of the app's features - Alignment with user needs and expectations - Identification and fixing of potential issues before launch Let's prioritize validation and accuracy checks in our projects to deliver value that matters! Keep learning and let's build a product that users love🙂 Commit to daily learning and become a proficient Business Analyst 📖 #Validation #Accuracy #StakeholderEngagement #ProjectManagement #MobileAppDevelopment #Finance #FinanceApp #PersonalFinance #DailyLearning

🚀Business Analysts & Triple Constraints 🚀 The Triple Constraint is a key concept in project management, referring to the balance between three main factors: scope, time, and cost. For a business analyst, understanding and working with the Triple Constraint is essential for ensuring that projects are delivered successfully while meeting stakeholder expectations. Here's how a business analyst can use the Triple Constraint in their role: 1. Managing Scope 2. Balancing Time Constraints 3. Managing Cost Constraints 4. Analyzing Trade-offs 5. Ensuring Project Success Example Scenario: Imagine a software development project where the scope was initially defined as "build a mobile app with specific features." If the scope expands midway (adding more features), the business analyst will: #BusinessAnalysis #ProjectManagement #TripleConstraint

So..... lets play a scenario out below. 😉 You ask a business analyst via a chat message while they in a meeting about an Acceptance Criteria (AC) for an app in production. I mean it is the wrong time to be trying to get information from them right now, they busy refining new tasks. So you ask a product owner.... same story.... they in the same meeting with the business analyst. Oh, the funny thing is... this AC was completed 2 years ago. This will be out of mind for anyone on the team. Let alone the struggle to search for old documentation or records of the work item. Let's not even talk about the confusion created when there is uncertainty about the state of a feature. So this is why my new project I'm working on will help with this problem. This is something I've seen time and time again.... uncertainty about a specific AC and not being able to easily find the answer on my own. More information to come on the launch date. But... before I do that, if you a Business Analyst, Product Owner, Software Developer or Tester would you agree that you experience the same issue? #product #requirements #acceptancecriteria #software #dev #businessanalyst

“Being a Business Analyst: Just ‘Writing Down Stuff,’ Right?” The other day, my developer colleague looked at me with a smirk and said, “Yaar aap BA logo ka sahi hai, itna chill life hai. Bas client ka requirement note down karte ho aur khatam”. Which loosely transates to “Man, you BAs have it easy. You just write down whatever the client says, and boom—your job’s done.” Ah, yes. My chill life as a business analyst: 1. Write stuff down. 2. ?? 3. Project success. Easy, right? Let’s take a look at what exactly happens : Client Says: “We need a system that works like magic.” What They Mean: “We want a seamless, multi-channel solution that integrates with six legacy systems, predicts the future, and also brews coffee.” What Developers Expect: A crystal-clear, step-by-step blueprint handed to them on a silver platter. What I Deliver: A carefully curated guide that translates business dreams into technical reality—without the magic wand. Here’s the truth: being a BA is like being a part-time detective, translator, and psychic. You got to decode vague client requirements that sound like “we need it to be fast” (but how fast?) or “we want it to look nice” (define nice). You translate this into something developers can actually build, without them coming back to me saying, “Ye kya hai?” And you predict all the questions, roadblocks, and “scope clarifications” that will inevitably show up later. Sure, I don’t write code. But when I do my job right, the developers don’t have to rewrite theirs. So yeah, I guess you could say I just “write things down.” But those notes? They’re the blueprint for solutions that make clients happy and developers slightly less annoyed at life. Shoutout to my dev friends—you’re the magicians who make it all come to life. You truly are appreciated! 🫶🏻

The Story of Buying Milk: A Lesson in Probing for Requirements Imagine this scenario: Your mother (the customer) asks you to go to the market to buy some milk. Eager to help, you rush to the shop (the developer) and say, "I need milk." The shopkeeper responds, "What kind of milk—whole, skimmed, or organic?" Realizing you don’t have an answer, you run back home to ask. After a quick chat, you learn it's "toned milk." Back at the shop, you say confidently, "I need toned milk." But the shopkeeper isn’t done yet: "How much—500ml or a liter?" Once again, you run home to confirm. This back-and-forth continues as you clarify details like packaging and freshness. What should have been a quick task now takes far longer due to missing information upfront. Applying This to Software Development This story mirrors the challenges in software development projects: 1. Initial Request When a stakeholder says, "I need a software solution," it may sound clear, but it’s often vague. If you pass this request directly to the development team, they’ll need more details, just like the shopkeeper did. 2. The Need for Probing Had you asked your mother about the type, quantity, and packaging of the milk upfront, you would have saved multiple trips. Similarly, in the SDLC, asking detailed questions early on prevents costly misunderstandings: What problem are we solving? What are the specific functional requirements? Who are the end users? 3. Reducing Back-and-Forth Every trip back home was wasted time. In projects, unclear requirements lead to back-and-forth communication, delays, and wasted resources. 4. The Cost of Miscommunication Imagine if you bought the wrong type of milk. In software, this is like delivering a product that doesn’t meet the client's needs, leading to rework and additional costs. The Takeaway: Ask the Right Questions Early The moral of the story? Don’t take initial requirements at face value. As a Business Analyst, probing for details upfront saves time and resources and ensures the final product meets expectations. The extra effort in asking questions now can save you from scrambling later. What strategies do you use to gather requirements effectively? Share your thoughts below! #BusinessAnalysis #SDLC #RequirementsGathering #ProbingQuestions #SoftwareDevelopment #ProjectManagement #OriginalContent #LinkedInLearning #CareerGrowth #BusinessAnalystTips

If you are a Business Analyst looking to understand the difference between Epic, Featute and User Story and how to write them then do check this wonderful document attached Epic: An epic is a large body of work that spans multiple sprints and might take weeks or months to complete. It represents a broad objective or a significant piece of functionality and is broken down into smaller tasks for easier execution. Example: Epic: "Develop an Online Banking System" This is a large initiative that involves many functionalities, such as login, account management, transactions, etc. Feature: A feature is a distinct functionality or component that helps achieve the epic. It’s a medium-sized chunk of work that can be delivered in one or two sprints. Features usually correspond to a specific part of the system or a specific user need. Example: Feature: "Implement Funds Transfer" This feature is part of the larger 'Online Banking System' epic and focuses on allowing users to transfer money between accounts. User Story: A user story is the smallest unit of work that delivers value to the end user. It represents a user’s need or requirement and is often written in the format: “As a [user], I want to [do something] so that [I get a benefit].” User stories are typically completed within a single sprint. Example: User Story: "As a user, I want to transfer money from my checking account to my savings account so that I can save for future expenses." This story is part of the "Implement Funds Transfer" feature and defines a specific user action with clear value. How They Connect: Epic: Develop an Online Banking System Feature: Implement Funds Transfer User Story 1: As a user, I want to transfer money from my checking account to my savings account. User Story 2: As a user, I want to transfer money to another bank account. Feature: Implement Account Balance Overview User Story 1: As a user, I want to see my checking and savings account balances on the dashboard. BA Helpline #businessanalysis #businessanalyst #businessanalysts #ba #userstory

So we heard a lot about Full Stack Developer but waitttttttttttt, can we have something like Full Stack Business Analyst 🤔 YES, There is a super cool role and there might a case that you are already doing this amazing job in your current role. Let's learns and see about this 🛫 1- Holistic User Experience: Full Stack BAs focus on the entire user journey, considering both the steps users take before and after interacting with technology. They prioritize user adoption and insights, ensuring that the experience is seamless and effective. 2- User Success Advocates: They are committed to enhancing user success, aiming to simplify processes without burdening other users. Their goal is to optimize the experience for everyone involved. 3- Value Facilitators: Rather than merely coordinating tasks, Full Stack BAs facilitate the delivery of value across projects. They ensure that every action taken contributes to solving real business problems. 4- Problem-Solvers, Not Tech Enthusiasts: While they understand technology, their primary passion lies in solving business problems. They focus on how solutions can address real-world challenges rather than getting caught up in the technology itself. 5- Decision-Making Experts: Full Stack BAs excel at guiding decision-making across diverse teams, including business, user, tech, and vendor groups. They bring clarity and direction to complex discussions. 6-Comprehensive Analysis: They analyze and visualize all aspects of a project—business processes, user needs, data, workflows, rules, and technical environments. By doing so, they identify the best options and alternatives to meet needs and address defects.

I'm eager to announce the launch of a new software development project we started today. As a Business Analyst, I thrive on the challenge of translating business needs into actionable solutions. Seeing projects progress from concept to successful launch is incredibly rewarding. In this new initiative, I'm looking forward to leveraging my analytical skills to gather requirements, document processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery and project success. I'll be sharing key insights throughout the development process, highlighting the steps I take to keep projects on track and deliver real value to the business. #SoftwareDevelopment #ProjectManagement

A business analyst , software developer and a tester were all involved in the creation of this message. My question is why didn’t anyone ask any questions. My first one would be “why!” There is no audio to aid the visually impaired. So it’s just for the sighted and the one person on the world whose first time riding in a lift is this particular lift. Why would anyone need to be told to only exit the lifts when the doors open. To be honest if I had to implement this. Id insist the message says “Exit after doors are open” If we are going to waste our time. Might as well make a good job of it. #solvingproblems

The Essential Role of a Business Analyst in API Projects. An API (Application Programming Interface) allows different software systems to communicate with each other. For example, when you order something online and make a payment, the app sends your payment details to the bank’s system through an API. The bank then confirms if the payment is successful and sends the response back to the app, all in a matter of seconds. It acts as a bridge, making sure different systems work together smoothly. In an API project, the role of a Business Analyst is crucial to ensuring that the API aligns with business goals and delivers the expected value. A BA works closely with both technical teams and stakeholders to gather requirements, define API functionalities, and ensure a seamless integration between systems. They are responsible for creating API documentation that outlines the API's purpose, endpoints, data structures, and error handling scenarios. This documentation helps developers understand how to use the API and ensures clarity for all stakeholders. Additionally, BAs play a key role in identifying and mitigating potential risks or challenges during the project lifecycle. By translating business needs into technical requirements, BAs help bridge the gap between business and IT. Have you been involved in an API project where your role significantly impacted the outcome? #api #apidocumentation #businessanalyst #ba #project #apiproject