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BABOK Guide
BABOK Guide
10. Techniques
Introduction 10.1 Acceptance and Evaluation Criteria 10.2 Backlog Management 10.3 Balanced Scorecard 10.4 Benchmarking and Market Analysis 10.5 Brainstorming 10.6 Business Capability Analysis 10.7 Business Cases 10.8 Business Model Canvas 10.9 Business Rules Analysis 10.10 Collaborative Games 10.11 Concept Modelling 10.12 Data Dictionary 10.13 Data Flow Diagrams 10.14 Data Mining 10.15 Data Modelling 10.16 Decision Analysis 10.17 Decision Modelling 10.18 Document Analysis 10.19 Estimation 10.20 Financial Analysis 10.21 Focus Groups 10.22 Functional Decomposition 10.23 Glossary 10.24 Interface Analysis 10.25 Interviews 10.26 Item Tracking 10.27 Lessons Learned 10.28 Metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) 10.29 Mind Mapping 10.30 Non-Functional Requirements Analysis 10.31 Observation 10.32 Organizational Modelling 10.33 Prioritization 10.34 Process Analysis 10.35 Process Modelling 10.36 Prototyping 10.37 Reviews 10.38 Risk Analysis and Management 10.39 Roles and Permissions Matrix 10.40 Root Cause Analysis 10.41 Scope Modelling 10.42 Sequence Diagrams 10.43 Stakeholder List, Map, or Personas 10.44 State Modelling 10.45 Survey or Questionnaire 10.46 SWOT Analysis 10.47 Use Cases and Scenarios 10.48 User Stories 10.49 Vendor Assessment 10.50 Workshops

4. Performing Business Analysis

4.6 Managing the Delivery of Business Analysis

The Business Analysis Standard

Organizing business analysis services is crucial for an organization to establish standards that fit its unique context. These standards encompass processes, procedures, templates, and guidelines. Delivering business analysis services can take various forms, including:

  • Centre of Excellence (CoE): A specialized unit or function dedicated to business analysis excellence
  • Community of Practice (CoP): A collaborative space where professionals share experiences, expertise, and best practices
  • Business Analysis as a Service (BAaS): Outsourcing business analysis functions to specialized service providers
  • Dispersed Across Business Units: Integrating business analysis functions into various departments or units

Many organizations combine these approaches to effectively deliver business analysis services. Success lies in leveraging the Standard to ensure consistency, quality, and adherence to appropriate practices, regardless of the chosen approach.

Furthermore, fostering collaboration among business analysis professionals is essential. Sharing knowledge, tools, and experiences enhances the quality of work and ensures strategic alignment across the organization.