From Business Analyst to Business Consultant: How the BA Role Is Evolving in the Age of AI
“Will AI take my job?” – It’s the question whispered in coffee breaks, debated on LinkedIn, and nervously Googled late at night. Business Analysts (BAs) are no exception. With AI tools now capable of drafting requirements, generating documentation, and even suggesting workflows, many professionals wonder: what’s left for us to do? Here’s the good news: […]
A Day in Life of a Product Owner
Some days, I feel like a translator, a mediator, and a visionary—all before lunch. But that’s what being a Product Owner is all about. My day kicks off with a cup of black coffee and our daily stand-up at 9:00 AM sharp. It’s a quick sync with the dev team working on our Drupal-based platform. […]
Rediscovering the Role of the Business Analyst in the Digital Era
The Origins of the Business Analyst Role The role of the Business Analyst (BA) was born out of necessity during a time when businesses were grappling with increasingly complex systems and processes. In the mid-to-late 20th century, as technology began to permeate organizations, it became clear that there was a significant gap between business needs […]
Do You Have What It Takes to be a Product Owner?
Ever find yourself thinking, “I could lead this product to greatness if only I had the reins”? If you’re nodding along, it sounds like you’re flirting with the idea of becoming a Product Owner. But before you dive headfirst into this exciting role, let’s chat about what it really means to be a Product Owner, […]
So You Want To Be A Product Owner?
In the rapidly evolving world of Agile development, the role of the Product Owner (PO) has gained significant prominence. As businesses increasingly adopt Agile frameworks like Scrum to deliver value faster and more efficiently, the need for skilled Product Owners has never been greater. But what exactly does a Product Owner do, and how can […]
The Future of Business Analysis
Earlier today, I came across an article by Frank Ray on Medium titled The Business Analyst Winter of Discontent. It paints a stark yet thought-provoking picture of where the business analysis profession stands today. The landscape for business analysts is challenging. Layoffs in tech and tightening budgets across industries have left many questioning their role’s […]