A data dictionary is used to standardize a definition of a data element and enable a common interpretation of data elements.

A glossary defines key terms relevant to a business domain.

Interaction skills are represented by the business analyst's ability to relate, cooperate, and communicate with different kinds of people including executives, sponsors, colleagues, team

The purpose of Define Design Options is to define the solution approach, identify opportunities to improve the business, allocate requirements across solution components, and represent design

The purpose of Approve Requirements is to obtain agreement on and approval of requirements and designs for business analysis work to continue and/or solution construction to proceed.

The purpose of Confirm Elicitation Results is to check the information gathered during an elicitation session for accuracy and consistency with other information.

The primary purpose of the BABOK® Guide  is to define the profession of business analysis and provide a set of commonly accepted practices. It helps practitioners discuss and define the

The Underlying Competencies chapter provides a description of the behaviours, characteristics, knowledge, and personal qualities that support the practice of business analysis.

A business analyst is any person who performs business analysis tasks described in the BABOK® Guide, no matter their job title or organizational role.

The underlying competencies described here are not unique to business analysis. They are described here to ensure readers are aware of the range of fundamental skills required and provide a basis