Ready to up your business analyst game? Let’s explore 7 powerful techniques that are shifting the business analysis landscape. In this presentation, we’ll introduce you to amazing techniques that will take your analysis skills to the next level. Download the accompanying book free and start using these techniques immediately. Learning Objectives Download PDF
AI is transforming IT organizations at a breathtaking pace — automating tasks, accelerating delivery, and reshaping how we define success. But even as technology takes on more of the routine, the most valuable skills remain deeply human. Future-ready project managers, business analysts, and product managers will stand out not by competing with AI, but by […]
Image: KPOP DEMON HUNTERS | Sony Animation “Our faults and fears must never be seen.” On June 20th, 2025, “K-Pop Demon Hunters” quietly launched on Netflix. From the same Sony animation studio behind “Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse”, the movie and soundtrack haven’t stopped breaking records: Most-watched Netflix original (+326m views in 90 days), the soundtrack […]
Every week we hear about someone who has an embarrassing social post come back to haunt them. Even worse, this can lead to a loss of employment or being “canceled”. You need to actively manage your social image and reputation at all times. Wait! We have freedom of speech! Yes, but that does not mean […]
Learn how to make better virtual eye contact by simply adjusting your camera and conferencing app position .
Short videos with tips, tricks, current news, and silly rants. View playlist on YouTube.
This is not a comprehensive list, but my top recommendations for business and IT professionals. I’m working on a detailed post on each one and why it is important. Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard by Chip Heath, Dan Heath The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick Lencioni […]
Sometimes life seems to have a perfect path laid out for you. You know exactly where you are going and how to get there. And the, well life happens and throws us a curveball. Often we are so focused in our personal or professional lives on our “Plan A”, we’re lost when Plan A doesn’t […]
Experience required. But how am I supposed to get experience if I can’t get a job in that role?! It’s a frustration for both people coming out of school or trying to change roles. There is no secret to overcoming these obstacles, but here are some tips that might help you, whether this is your […]
I’ve had a requests to share my home office and video studio setup. Part one covers the equipment I’m using or recommend. Part 2 will be the office setup. I focused on value and budget. If you have an unlimited budget, hire someone with video production to setup your dream studio. For everyone else, here […]
After 9/11, a friend started struggling with high levels of stress and near panic attacks. Although they were not personally impacted by the events themselves, they fell victim to the never-ending barrage of 24 hour news reports, speculation, and fear. Everything in the news was so dark and negative that it took them along for […]
In user surveys by VersionOne each year, over 80% of respondents claim faster delivery, better teamwork, and closer stakeholder alignment. However in quantitative studies, Agile is no better than other delivery methodologies. Wait, WHAT?!!! Why is that? Companies are moving to DevOps, BusDevOps, DevSecOps, SalesBusDevSupportSecRinseRepeatOps (and the list goes on), but few teams can agree […]
“It’s not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change.” — Charles Darwin “Change before you have to.” — Jack Welch “I think Smithers picked me because of my motivational skills. Everyone says they have to work a lot harder when I’m around.” — Homer […]
Do the circumstances make the leader or do great leaders make the circumstances? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and friends faced a new series of personal and environmental challenges they had to […]
Your organization is pushing for increased business agility, but what do they mean? It is not about switching to an Agile SDLC. Business agility requires a different approach to responding to and managing change across your organization. It requires teams to think and act differently. In this session, we’ll discuss how the Cynefin Framework will […]
We’re all familiar with the value of training, mentors, and coaches for professional development, but have you ever considered that a work spouse may be even more important? Just what is a work spouse, you ask? Work spouses are a mutually beneficial relationship based on sharing stories, honest feedback, and some common ground. But why […]
Every week we hear about someone who has an embarrassing social post come back to haunt them. Even worse, this can lead to a loss of employment or being “canceled”. You need to actively manage your social image and reputation at all times. Wait! We have freedom of speech! Yes, but that does not mean […]
Only managers lead is one of the biggest fallacies and constraints teams place on themselves. Instead, what if we developed leaders within our team. Today I’m joined by Glenn Brule, a thought leader, change agent, and a force for team empowerment. Glenn will be sharing why developing front line leaders is critical to team success, […]
Learn how to make better virtual eye contact by simply adjusting your camera and conferencing app position .
In many of my presentations and coaching engagements, I always seem to come back to Commander’s Intent when discussing Servant Leadership. After wrapping a call, I shared a link to an excellent article discussing this concept and how to apply it. Here’s an excerpt from the article about Commander’s Intent and its origin, followed by […]
Short videos with tips, tricks, current news, and silly rants. View playlist on YouTube.
Whether in our professional or personal lives, we are challenged by unplanned setbacks, emergencies, or events. We don’t know the form they may take, but we can plan and overcome types of events when they happen. On this podcast, I’m joined by Columbus Brown who will share his tips and lessons from his professional career […]
This is not a comprehensive list, but my top recommendations for business and IT professionals. I’m working on a detailed post on each one and why it is important. Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard by Chip Heath, Dan Heath The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable by Patrick Lencioni […]
Looking for tips so simple, they can’t possibly work? Then you’ve come to the right place. In this episode, Amy and I will share our favorite home hacks and lazy slacks to make your life a little easier. Remember, please check with your spouse or partner before making any changes to their surroundings. Tune in […]
ProjectSummit*BusinessAnalystWorldOctober 21-24, 2024, Boston, MA, Boston Marriott Burlington Hotel Do you ever hesitate to share your ideas in team meetings? Psychological Safety is essential because it empowers employees to take risks and experiment, fostering innovation and propelling the company’s growth. This session explores psychological safety, the key ingredient for building high-performing teams. (Special thanks to […]
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ProjectSummit*BusinessAnalystWorldOctober 21-24, 2024, Boston, MA, Boston Marriott Burlington Hotel In user surveys by VersionOne each year, over 80% of respondents claim faster delivery, better teamwork, and closer stakeholder alignment. However in quantitative studies, Agile is no better than other delivery methodologies. Wait, WHAT?!!! Why is that? Companies are moving to DevOps, BusDevOps, DevSecOps, SalesBusDevSupportSecRinseRepeatOps (and […]
agile, best practices, BusDevOps, DevOps, DevSecOpsProjectSummit*BusinessAnalystWorldOctober 21-24, 2024, Boston, MA, Boston Marriott Burlington Hotel In user surveys by VersionOne each year, over 80% of respondents claim faster delivery, better teamwork, and closer stakeholder alignment. However in quantitative studies, Agile is no better than other delivery methodologies. Wait, WHAT?!!! Why is that? Companies are moving to DevOps, BusDevOps, DevSecOps, SalesBusDevSupportSecRinseRepeatOps (and […]
ProjectSummit*BusinessAnalystWorldOctober 21-24, 2024, Boston, MA, Boston Marriott Burlington Hotel Do you ever hesitate to share your ideas in team meetings? Psychological Safety is essential because it empowers employees to take risks and experiment, fostering innovation and propelling the company’s growth. This session explores psychological safety, the key ingredient for building high-performing teams. (Special thanks to […]
IBADD 2022: Small Pieces. Big Picture., October 14th, 2022 In user surveys by VersionOne each year, over 80% of respondents claim faster delivery, better teamwork, and closer stakeholder alignment. However in quantitative studies, Agile is no better than other delivery methodologies. Wait, WHAT?!!! Why is that? Companies are moving to DevOps, BusDevOps, DevSecOps, SalesBusDevSupportSecRinseRepeatOps (and […]
BUSINESS ANALYST WORLD CHICAGO – NOVEMBER 28-30, 2022CHICAGO, IL • HYATT REGENCY O’HARE What does it take to become a great leader? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and his friends faced a new series of challenges they had to overcome. […]
BUSINESS ANALYST WORLD CHICAGO – NOVEMBER 28-30, 2022CHICAGO, IL • HYATT REGENCY O’HARE Your company is preparing for a merger. 40% of positions will be eliminated. Within several short weeks, the world shuts down as another pandemic takes hold. Your manager decides to get ahead by taking credit for your team’s success and blaming you […]
PROJECTSUMMIT*BUSINESSANALYSTWORLD, NOVEMBER 7-9, 2022WASHINGTON, DC • THE WESTIN ARLINGTON GATEWAY Aren’t you glad you weren’t the reason customer data was lost?! Well, maybe you are. If security isn’t built into your systems from the beginning, it is very difficult to add it later. You owe it to your customers and employees to learn the security […]
PROJECTSUMMIT*BUSINESSANALYSTWORLD, OCTOBER 17-20, 2022BOSTON, MA • BOSTON MARRIOTT BURLINGTON HOTEL What does it take to become a great leader? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and his friends faced a new series of challenges they had to overcome. They rise to […]
PROJECTSUMMIT*BUSINESSANALYSTWORLD, OCTOBER 17-20, 2022BOSTON, MA • BOSTON MARRIOTT BURLINGTON HOTEL Stop missing out on opportunities to work on better projects or teams, get promoted, or spend more time doing what you love. In this session, we’ll help you stand out in a crowd and exploit your uniqueness to improve your opportunities and quality of life […]
PROJECTWORLD*BUSINESSANALYSTWORLD, OCTOBER 3-6, 2022METRO TORONTO CONVENTION CENTRE • TORONTO, ON What does it take to become a great leader? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and his friends faced a new series of challenges they had to overcome. They rise to […]
PROJECTSUMMIT*BUSINESSANALYSTWORLD, OCTOBER 17-20, 2022BOSTON, MA • BOSTON MARRIOTT BURLINGTON HOTEL Your company is preparing for a merger. 40% of positions will be eliminated. Within several short weeks, the world shuts down as another pandemic takes hold. Your manager decides to get ahead by taking credit for your team’s success and blaming you for everything else. […]
PROJECTWORLD*BUSINESSANALYSTWORLD, OCTOBER 3-6, 2022METRO TORONTO CONVENTION CENTRE • TORONTO, ON It’s time we put the OWNER back into product ownership! As organizations shift to Agile DevOps and product delivery, many teams are hindered by product owners who operate by proxy, lack the empowerment and authority to manage products, and are under-supported to become stewards for […]
PROJECTWORLD*BUSINESSANALYSTWORLD, OCTOBER 3-6, 2022METRO TORONTO CONVENTION CENTRE • TORONTO, ON Your company is preparing for a merger. 40% of positions will be eliminated. Within several short weeks, the world shuts down as another pandemic takes hold. Your manager decides to get ahead by taking credit for your team’s success and blaming you for everything else. […]
PROJECTWORLD*BUSINESSANALYSTWORLD, OCTOBER 3-6, 2022 METRO TORONTO CONVENTION CENTRE • TORONTO, ON In “Good to Great”, Jim Collins found that the best companies set Big Hairy Audacious Goals (BHAGS). What would happen if you took the same approach for your practice? In 2007, SunTrust Enterprise Delivery Services transformed business analysis to follow the IIBA BABOK and […]
Project World/Business Analyst World Vancouver, BC, September 19-21 Your company is preparing for a merger. 40% of positions will be eliminated. Within several short weeks, the world shuts down as another pandemic takes hold. Your manager decides to get ahead by taking credit for your team’s success and blaming you for everything else. You answer […]
Project World/Business Analyst World Vancouver, BC, September 19-21 In user surveys by VersionOne each year, over 80% of respondents claim faster delivery, better teamwork, and closer stakeholder alignment. However in quantitative studies, Agile is no better than other delivery methodologies. Wait, WHAT?!!! Why is that? Companies are moving to DevOps, BusDevOps, DevSecOps, SalesBusDevSupportSecRinseRepeatOps (and the […]
by SIM New York Metro, Eventbrite Registration Page Join SIM NY Metro at The Lofts at Prince, with its breathtaking rooftop deck and spectacular views of the NYC skyline (weather permitting). Date and time Wed, June 29, 2022, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM EDT, Eventbrite Registration Page Location The Lofts at Prince, 177 Prince Street, New […]
PMBA Global Spring Virtual Conference, June 20-23, 2022 What does it take to become a great leader? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and his friends faced a new series of challenges they had to overcome. They rise to achieve their […]
Project World/Business Analyst World Vancouver, BC, September 19-21 What does it take to become a great leader? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and his friends faced a new series of challenges they had to overcome. They rise to achieve their […]
PMBA Global Spring Virtual Conference, June 20-23, 2022 Your company is preparing for a merger. 40% of positions will be eliminated. Within several short weeks, the world shuts down as another pandemic takes hold. Your manager decides to get ahead by taking credit for your team’s success and blaming you for everything else. You answer […]
PROJECTSUMMIT*BUSINESSANALYSTWORLD, NOVEMBER 7-9, 2022WASHINGTON, DC • THE WESTIN ARLINGTON GATEWAY Your company is preparing for a merger. 40% of positions will be eliminated. Within several short weeks, the world shuts down as another pandemic takes hold. Your manager decides to get ahead by taking credit for your team’s success and blaming you for everything else. […]
ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONAL’S CONFERENCE OF CANADAJUNE 8-11, 2022TORONTO, ON • THE WESTIN HARBOUR CASTLE HOTEL Your company is preparing for a merger. 40% of positions will be eliminated. Within several short weeks, the world shuts down as another pandemic takes hold. Your manager decides to get ahead by taking credit for your team’s success and blaming […]
ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONAL’S CONFERENCE OF CANADAJUNE 8-11, 2022TORONTO, ON • THE WESTIN HARBOUR CASTLE HOTEL Are confident with your core skills, but feel you are not getting the recognition you deserve. Maybe you feel trapped in your current role and not sure where transferable skills could take them. What if your annual reviews aren’t reflecting the […]
What does it take to become a great leader? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and his friends faced a new series of challenges they had to overcome. They rise to achieve their full potential and become heroes of their own stories. Your own has […]
Project Summit Business Analyst World – Orlando, FL April 11-13, 2022 In user surveys by VersionOne each year, over 80% of respondents claim faster delivery, better teamwork, and closer stakeholder alignment. However in quantitative studies, Agile is no better than other delivery methodologies. Wait, WHAT?!!! Why is that? Companies are moving to DevOps, BusDevOps, DevSecOps, […]
Project Summit Business Analyst World – Orlando, FL April 11-13, 2022 Your company is preparing for a merger. 40% of positions will be eliminated. Within several short weeks, the world shuts down as another pandemic takes hold. Your manager decides to get ahead by taking credit for your team’s success and blaming you for everything […]
Global Online PMDay: https://opmday.org In user surveys by VersionOne each year, over 80% of respondents claim faster delivery, better teamwork, and closer stakeholder alignment. However in quantitative studies, Agile is no better than other delivery methodologies. Wait, WHAT?!!! Why is that? Companies are moving to DevOps, BusDevOps, DevSecOps, SalesBusDevSupportSecRinseRepeatOps (and the list goes on), but […]
t Summit / Business Analyst World Orlando – September 8-10, 2021 There aren’t enough hours in the day. There’s too much work to do. I can’t keep up between work, family, and myself. Everything is a top priority. Everything is already late. I’m never going to catch up. Work smarter. Work harder. Work longer. This […]
Project Summit / Business Analyst World Orlando – September 8-10, 2021 Do the circumstances make the leader or do great leaders make the circumstances? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and friends faced […]
Thursday 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM: STOP THE BLEED (INSTRUCTOR LED)Our certified Stop the Bleed instructor will help you recognize life-threatening blood loss & intervene effectively, giving you the skills to become empowered to make a life-or-death difference in an emergency. Be ready to save a person until professional help arrives.PANELISTS: Jonathan Sarge (M), Paige […]
Thursday, November 19th, 2020, 11:30 am – 12:30 pm CSt (12:30-1:30 EST) Register Here | Central Iowa IIBA What is our business landscape going to look like in the years to come? Come on a journey where we discuss 7 major trends that will impact our companies and employment. Which trends will influence changes and […]
PMBA Global Conference October 27-30Project World/Project SummitBusiness Analyst World Wednesday October 28, 2:30pm – 3:15pmTrack: Shared/LeadershipType: Symposium Track SessionCredits: 1 IIBA CDU, 1 PMI® PDU – Leadership Your company is preparing for a merger. 40% of positions will be eliminated. Within several short weeks, the world shuts down as another pandemic takes hold. Your manager decides to get ahead […]
Join us for a fun and unscripted discussion of anything going on in business analysis, IT, or even the world. Hosted by the amazing Vince Mirabelli. (VincentMirabelli.com) October 8, 2020, 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT https://www.linkedin.com/events/analystsafterwork-episode018-ft-tba1andtba2/
Thursday, October 1, 2020 – 5:30pm to 7:00pm (event video below) IIBA Winnipeg is pleased to present – State of the BA in Winnipeg Join us Thursday, October 1st for an exciting discussion with your peers on the role of the BA and trends we see in the Winnipeg marketplace.Use this opportunity to ask our […]
We weren’t able to meet in person, but that means everyone benefits. All Dragon Con programming is free and open to the public. Here are the panels we hosted for the Apocalypse Rising track. We hope you enjoy the it so much that you’ll join us in person next year. The same link works for […]
BA Times and Project Times FREE Webinar. Pre-approved IIBA nd PMI PDUs & CDUs for recertification. This is a video recording of the presentation with live Q&A. BA Times: https://www.batimes.com/business-analyst-training/training-home.html#WID00657 Project Times: https://www.projecttimes.com/project-management-training/training-home.html#WID00657 For managers, authority is assigned and leadership assumed, but there are big differences between management and leadership. Leadership must be demonstrated and […]
Project Summit | Business Analyst World – Chicago, December 2-5, 2019 In user surveys by VersionOne each year, over 80% of respondents claim faster delivery, better teamwork, and closer stakeholder alignment. However in quantitative studies, Agile is no better than other delivery methodologies. Wait, WHAT?!!! Why is that? Companies are moving to DevOps, BusDevOps, DevSecOps, […]
Project Summit | Business Analyst World – Chicago, December 2-5, 2019 Do the circumstances make the leader or do great leaders make the circumstances? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and friends faced […]
Life is complicated, confusing, and downright challenging. Although we can learn from our mistakes, we have guides who can help us through our trials and tribulations, and save us countless hours and mistakes along the way. Together, we’ll clarify the role coaches and mentors play in our development. Even more importantly, I’m going to make […]
Project World| Business Analyst World – Vancouver, October 28-31, 2019 Do the circumstances make the leader or do great leaders make the circumstances? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and friends faced a […]
Project World| Business Analyst World – Vancouver, October 28-31, 2019 In user surveys by VersionOne each year, over 80% of respondents claim faster delivery, better teamwork, and closer stakeholder alignment. However in quantitative studies, Agile is no better than other delivery methodologies. Wait, WHAT?!!! Why is that? Companies are moving to DevOps, BusDevOps, DevSecOps, SalesBusDevSupportSecRinseRepeatOps […]
Project Summit | Business Analyst World – Boston, October 7-10, 2019 Your organization is pushing for increased business agility, but what do they mean? It is not about switching to an Agile SDLC. Business agility requires a different approach to responding to and managing change across your organization. It requires teams to think and act […]
Project Summit | Business Analyst World – Boston, October 7-10, 2019 In user surveys by VersionOne each year, over 80% of respondents claim faster delivery, better teamwork, and closer stakeholder alignment. However in quantitative studies, Agile is no better than other delivery methodologies. Wait, WHAT?!!! Why is that? Companies are moving to DevOps, BusDevOps, DevSecOps, […]
ProjectWorld*BusinessAnalystWorld May 27-30, 2019Metro Toronto Convention Centre – North Building Stop missing out on opportunities to work on better projects or teams, get promoted, or spend more time doing what you love. In this session, we’ll help you stand out in a crowd and exploit your uniqueness to improve your opportunities and quality of life […]
ProjectWorld*BusinessAnalystWorld May 27-30, 2019Metro Toronto Convention Centre – North Building What is our business landscape going to look like in the years to come? Come on a journey where we discuss 7 major trends that will impact our companies and employment. Which trends will influence changes and which trends do you think will be disruptive? […]
ProjectWorld*BusinessAnalystWorld May 27-30, 2019Metro Toronto Convention Centre – North Building Whether you work for an organization or are self-employed, you need to position yourself properly. In this session, you’ll learn: how to stand in your value and let people know how awesome you are (without bragging), the proper ways to build quality connections in your […]
Atlanta Tech Talks Monday, May 13, 2019, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM One Atlanta Plaza/Salesforce Tower, 950 E Paces Ferry Rd NE Suite – 8th Floor Conference Room · Atlanta, ga In user surveys by VersionOne each year, over 80% of respondents claim faster delivery, better teamwork, and closer stakeholder alignment. However in quantitative studies, Agile is no […]
Do the circumstances make the leader or do great leaders make the circumstances? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and friends faced a new series of personal and environmental challenges they had to […]
If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using disaster preparedness as a backdrop, we will demonstrate […]
Greater Boston IIBA Chapter Register: http://boston.iiba.org/meetinginfo.php?id=182 Your organization is pushing for increased business agility, but what do they mean? It is not about switching to an Agile SDLC. Business agility requires a different approach to responding to and managing change across your organization. It requires teams to think and act differently. In this session, we’ll discuss […]
Project Times/Business Analyst Times Virtual Conference Register for free Join us on December 13, 2018 for a full day of interactive online sessions! Each session will be approx. 1 hour including a live QA with the Speaker during the session! 9:00am – 10:00am Bob Prentiss: The 5 Most Important Moments In Your Career Bob Prentiss, CBAP, […]
November, 2018 IIBA_GAC chapter meeting Presenter: Wanda Hudgins Spain Global Business Transformations are driving new initiatives for most companies. And Agile Transformations are evolving to help companies adapt and be more responsive. As you’ve been watching and experiencing the ongoing evolution – how will it impact your career? WHAT is it that YOU WANT for yourself? […]
Building Business Capability 2018 NOVEMBER 5-9, 2018 – JW MARRIOTT SAN ANTONIO HILL COUNTRY RESORT & SPA Friday, November 9, 2018 (8:55 am – 9:40 am) Building Business Capability is the only conference that provides insight into Business Analysis, Business Architecture, Business Process, Business Rules, Business Decisions, and Business Strategy & Transformation toward the pursuit of business […]
IBA Technology Conference – November 1-2, 2018 • Holiday Inn Des Moines Airport The role of a successful IT professional requires many diverse skills. Just knowing about IT is not enough, as you need to keep on top of technology trends, know the business of banking and advocate what is best for the bank’s technology […]
ProjectSummit*Business Analyst World – October 15th – 18th 2018, Boston, MA – Marriott Burlington In “Good to Great”, Jim Collins found that the best companies set Big Hairy Audacious Goals (BHAGS). What would happen if you took the same approach for your practice? In 2007, SunTrust Enterprise Delivery Services transformed business analysis to follow the […]
ProjectSummit*Business Analyst World – October 15th – 18th 2018, Boston, MA – Marriott Burlington Do the circumstances make the leader or do great leaders make the circumstances? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry […]
Apocalypse Rising @ Dragon Con, August 31 – September 3, 2018, Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel Atlanta, 210 Peachtree Street Atlanta, GA 30303, Chastain F-G-H The world as we know it is… pretty much the same as before. But that hasn’t stopped us from preparing like it’s going to end tomorrow. From film to TV, the “end of the world” […]
ProjectSummit*BusinessAnalystWorld Washington June 18th – June 20th 2018 Hilton Arlington Aren’t you glad you weren’t the reason customer data was lost?! Well maybe you are. If security isn’t built into your systems from the beginning, it is very difficult to add it later. You owe it to your customers and employees to learn the security landscape and […]
ProjectSummit*BusinessAnalystWorld Washington June 18th – June 20th 2018 Hilton Arlington Do the circumstances make the leader or do great leaders make the circumstances? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and friends faced a new series […]
ProjectWorld*BusinessAnalystWorld, June 4th – 7th, 2018, Metro Toronto Convention Centre Your organization is pushing for increased business agility, but what do they mean? It is not about switching to an Agile SDLC. Business agility requires a different approach to responding to and managing change across your organization. It requires teams to think and act differently. In this […]
ProjectWorld*BusinessAnalystWorld, June 4th – 7th, 2018, Metro Toronto Convention Centre Do the circumstances make the leader or do great leaders make the circumstances? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and friends faced a new series […]
IBADD 2018, Des Moines Iowa Do the circumstances make the leader or do great leaders make the circumstances? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and friends faced a new series of personal and […]
IBADD 2018, Des Moines Iowa For managers, authority is assigned and leadership assumed, but there are big differences between management and leadership. Leadership must be demonstrated and authority earned through trust and respect. Many employees feel frustrated that they aren’t in a position to be leaders, and they often feel alone and underappreciated. In “Ender’s […]
Your organization is pushing for increased business agility, but what do they mean? It is not about switching to an Agile SDLC. Business agility requires a different approach to responding to and managing change across your organization. It requires teams to think and act differently. In this session, we’ll discuss how the Cynefin […]
APC Canada the #1 Administrative Professional Conference in Canada – April 23, 2018 Do the circumstances make the leader or do great leaders make the circumstances? In J.K. Rowling’s amazing book series, Harry Potter finds himself rejoining the wizarding world only to discover he has a legend to live up to. Each year Harry and […]
APC Canada the #1 Administrative Professional Conference in Canada – April 23, 2018 Are confident with your core skills, but feel you are not getting the recognition you deserve. Maybe you feel trapped in your current role and not sure where transferable skills could take them. What if your annual reviews aren’t reflecting the value […]
ProjectSummit*Business Analyst World, April 16th – April 18th 2018, DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld In “Good to Great”, Jim Collins found that the best companies set Big Hairy Audacious Goals (BHAGS). What would happen if you took the same approach for your practice? In 2007, SunTrust Enterprise Delivery Services transformed business analysis to follow […]
ProjectSummit*Business Analyst World, April 16th – April 18th 2018, DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld We all have dreams and aspirations for something better. A better job, more recognition, experience in a new domain, a happier life, or maybe just a new hairstyle. So I can’t offer much help on hair styling, but I can […]
New York December 4-7 We all have dreams and aspirations for something better. A better job, more recognition, experience in a new domain, a happier life, or maybe just a new hairstyle. So I can’t offer much help on hair styling, but I can share some tips and stories on how to exploit your uniqueness […]
New York December 4-7 If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using disaster preparedness as a […]
Vancouver October 30 – November 2 We all have dreams and aspirations for something better. A better job, more recognition, experience in a new domain, a happier life, or maybe just a new hairstyle. So I can’t offer much help on hair styling, but I can share some tips and stories on how to exploit […]
Vancouver October 30 – November 2 If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using disaster preparedness […]
Vancouver October 30 – November 2 For managers, authority is assigned and leadership assumed, but there are big differences between management and leadership. Leadership must be demonstrated and authority earned through trust and respect. Many employees feel frustrated that they aren’t in a position to be leaders, and they often feel alone and underappreciated. In […]
Fill in session for Cole Cioran ProjectWorld*BusinessAnalystWorld, October 30-November 2, 2017, Vancouver Convention Centre Do software developers laugh at your User Stories? Are there holes in your plot big enough to drive a waterfall project through? Many organizations struggle to get Agile right, and skipping analysis and jumping into a user story list is where things go […]
Boston October 16-19 If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using disaster preparedness as a backdrop, […]
Boston October 16-19 We all have dreams and aspirations for something better. A better job, more recognition, experience in a new domain, a happier life, or maybe just a new hairstyle. So I can’t offer much help on hair styling, but I can share some tips and stories on how to exploit your uniqueness to […]
Boston October 16-19 Presentation content by Nicholas Cioran Do software developers laugh at your User Stories? Are there holes in your plot big enough to drive a waterfall project through? Many organizations struggle to get Agile right, and skipping analysis and jumping into a user story list is where things go wrong. Join Cole Cioran to […]
Boston October 16-19 Presentation content by Nicholas Cioran Does your organization spend millions (or hundreds of millions) of dollars every year on analysis only to start from scratch on each new project? You are not alone! Requirements can be treated as a project deliverable to help deliver better projects. However, this approach perpetuates practices that keeps […]
Winnipeg September 18-21 If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using disaster preparedness as a backdrop, […]
Winnipeg September 18-21 We all have dreams and aspirations for something better. A better job, more recognition, experience in a new domain, a happier life, or maybe just a new hairstyle. So I can’t offer much help on hair styling, but I can share some tips and stories on how to exploit your uniqueness to […]
Winnipeg September 18-21 For managers, authority is assigned and leadership assumed, but there are big differences between management and leadership. Leadership must be demonstrated and authority earned through trust and respect. Many employees feel frustrated that they aren’t in a position to be leaders, and they often feel alone and underappreciated. In “Ender’s Game” by […]
For most companies, “Innovation” means process improvement or new product development. For SunTrust Bank, Innovation Programs aims to change the culture and enable for all kinds of innovation to happen in every corner of the company. The team delivers a series of innovation contests, grassroots change programs, and cultural exposure efforts to help people see […]
For managers, authority is assigned and leadership assumed, but there are big differences between management and leadership. Leadership must be demonstrated and authority earned through trust and respect. Many employees feel frustrated that they aren’t in a position to be leaders, and they often feel alone and underappreciated. In “Ender’s Game” by Orson Scott Card, […]
Changes continue to pour in from new business needs, design constraints, missed requirements, and ambiguity. The cost of changes and defects increase significantly during the project lifecycle and post implementation. Learn how the fundamental principles of project and release management can be applied to create an iron clad requirements management process. Investigate the cost and […]
New track session added! For most companies, “Innovation” means process improvement or new product development. For SunTrust Bank, Innovation Programs aims to change the culture and enable for all kinds of innovation to happen in every corner of the company. The team delivers a series of innovation contests, grassroots change programs, and cultural exposure efforts […]
Changes continue to pour in from new business needs, design constraints, missed requirements, and ambiguity. The cost of changes and defects increase significantly during the project lifecycle and post implementation. Learn how the fundamental principles of project and release management can be applied to create an iron clad requirements management process. Investigate the cost and […]
We all have dreams and aspirations for something better. A better job, more recognition, experience in a new domain, a happier life, or maybe just a new hairstyle. So I can’t offer much help on hair styling, but I can share some tips and stories on how to exploit your uniqueness to create the very […]
https://www.pmbaconferences.com/new-york/program.html If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using disaster preparedness as a backdrop, we will demonstrate […]
https://www.pmbaconferences.com/new-york/program.html For most companies, “Innovation” means process improvement or new product development. For SunTrust Bank, Innovation Programs aims to change the culture and enable for all kinds of innovation to happen in every corner of the company. The team delivers a series of innovation contests, grassroots change programs, and cultural exposure efforts to help people […]
Moncton November 27-28 If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using disaster preparedness as a backdrop, […]
Moncton November 27-28 We all have dreams and aspirations for something better. A better job, more recognition, experience in a new domain, a happier life, or maybe just a new hairstyle. So I can’t offer much help on hair styling, but I can share some tips and stories on how to exploit your uniqueness to […]
https://www.pmbaconferences.com/chicago/program.html For most companies, “Innovation” means process improvement or new product development. For SunTrust Bank, Innovation Programs aims to change the culture and enable for all kinds of innovation to happen in every corner of the company. The team delivers a series of innovation contests, grassroots change programs, and cultural exposure efforts to help people […]
https://www.pmbaconferences.com/chicago/program.html We all have dreams and aspirations for something better. A better job, more recognition, experience in a new domain, a happier life, or maybe just a new hairstyle. So I can’t offer much help on hair styling, but I can share some tips and stories on how to exploit your uniqueness to create the […]
http://www.buildingbusinesscapability.com/agenda/abstracts/?PID=142 3:20 pm – 4:20 pm | Presentation | Room: Forum 14-16 For most companies, “Innovation” means process improvement or new product development. For SunTrust Bank, Innovation Programs aims to change the culture and enable for all kinds of innovation to happen in every corner of the company. The team delivers a series of innovation […]
11:30 AM (1 hr), Chastain F-H (Westin) http://apocalypserising.dragoncon.org Experts discuss short-term disruptions, like power outages, to long-term disasters like EMP attacks or natural disasters. From right after an event, learn about the role of social media and misinformation, to months/years out, with issues such as alternative power and communications sources. Moderator: Hans Eckman; Panelists: Dr. Charles E. Gannon, Ben […]
10:00 AM (1 hr), Chastain F-H (Westin) http://apocalypserising.dragoncon.org This is your chance to discuss any survival or prepping topic with our experts. As opposed to other panels, this will be a free form discussion based on what you want to know or discuss. We’ll hop around topics and even apply them to various scenarios, be it a […]
1:00 PM (1 hr), Chastain F-H (Westin) http://apocalypserising.dragoncon.org Experts answer questions and join in common arguments around the best weapons for the apocalypse. We’ll cover everything from self-defense and the law to how you should protect yourself from every day common threats, as well as discussing home defense tactics, bugging out, and weapons and caliber. Moderator: Hans Eckman; Panelist: David […]
1:00 PM (1 hr), Chastain F-H (Westin) http://apocalypserising.dragoncon.org Food and water are two of the rarest and most important commodities of the apocalypse. Learn how duration and severity affect your preparation needs and strategy, as well as how to create a basic bug out bag/home rations for short-term disasters and walk through strategies for longer term […]
5:30 PM (1 hr), Chastain F-H (Westin) http://apocalypserising.dragoncon.org Media has given a vast array of possible ways civilization may come to an end, and continues to provide new apocalyptic and disaster scenarios with increasing creativity. Our experts and panelists lead a discussion on the most likely – and unlikely – causes for The End. Moderator: Hans […]
2:30 PM (1 hr), Chastain F-H (Westin) http://apocalypserising.dragoncon.org We learn valuable lessons when we face impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using disaster preparedness as a backdrop, we demonstrate the importance of root cause analysis, risk mitigation, project scoping, and more as foundations for overcoming challenges. Presenter: Hans Eckman Download Presentation View […]
1:00 PM (1 hr), Chastain F-H (Westin) http://apocalypserising.dragoncon.org Learn how to get basic training before disaster strikes, what supplies to begin stocking, and common mistakes to avoid. Looking toward longer or more severe disruptions, we will share advice for dealing with trauma injuries, limited supplies of medication, and alternative sources for supplies. Moderator: Hans Eckman; Panelists: Dr. […]
IIBA Greater Atlanta Chapter 2016 BA Boot Camp Let’s face it. Some organizations are scared of any group that proclaims themselves as experts. Others don’t have the time, support, or accepted leadership to implement a Center of Excellence (COE). This session tells the tale of how a small team was able to establish a Business […]
We all have dreams and aspirations for something better. A better job, more recognition, experience in a new domain, a happier life, or maybe just a new hairstyle. So I can’t offer much help on hair styling, but I can share some tips and stories on how to exploit your uniqueness to create the very […]
Target, Home Depot, TJ Maxx and now Anthem BCBS… Aren’t you glad you weren’t the reason customer data was lost?! Well maybe you are. If security isn’t built into your systems from the beginning, it is very difficult to add it later. You owe it to your customers and employees to learn the security landscape […]
IBADD 2016, May 13, 2016, Meadows Events & Conference Center Target, Home Depot, TJ Maxx and now Anthem BCBS… Aren’t you glad you weren’t the reason customer data was lost?! Well maybe you are. If security isn’t built into your systems from the beginning, it is very difficult to add it later. You owe it to […]
If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using disaster preparedness as a backdrop, we will demonstrate […]
You are confident of the work you do and your core skills, but feel you are not getting the recognition you deserve. Other people get placed on better projects or receive promotions that could have been yours. Maybe you are looking for a new job, but are having trouble getting to and through the interview […]
Target, Home Depot, TJ Maxx and now Anthem BCBS… Aren’t you glad you weren’t the reason customer data was lost?! Well maybe you are. If security isn’t built into your systems from the beginning, it is very difficult to add it later. You owe it to your customers and employees to learn the security landscape […]
Business Analyst World Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, March 14-16, 2016 If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using disaster preparedness […]
Business Analyst World Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, March 14-16, 2016 Target, Home Depot, TJ Maxx and now Anthem BCBS… Aren’t you glad you weren’t the reason customer data was lost?! Well maybe you are. If security isn’t built into your systems from the beginning, it is very difficult to add it later. You owe it to your customers and […]
Greater Atlanta Chapter of the IIBA Monthly Chapter Meeting – February 23, 2016, 6:30pm to 8:30pm For managers, authority is assigned and leadership assumed, but there are big differences between management and leadership. Leadership must be demonstrated and authority earned through trust and respect. Many employees are frustrated that they aren’t in a position to be leaders, […]
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If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using disaster preparedness as a backdrop, we will demonstrate […]
Let’s face it. Some organizations are scared of any group that proclaims themselves as experts. Others don’t have the time, support, or accepted leadership to implement a Center of Excellence (COE). This session tells the tale of how a small team was able to establish a Business Analyst Center of Excellence despite all the common […]
Business Analyst World, Chicago, IL, November 16TH – 19TH, 2015, Hyatt Regency O’Hare Let’s face it. Some organizations are scared of any group that proclaims themselves as experts. Others don’t have the time, support, or accepted leadership to implement a Center of Excellence (COE). This session tells the tale of how a small team was able to establish a Business […]
Business Analyst World, Chicago, IL, November 16TH – 19TH, 2015, Hyatt Regency O’Hare If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? Using […]
Building Business Capability (Annual conference for the International Institute of Business Analysis), Wednesday, November 4, 2015, 10:25 am Target, Home Depot, TJ Maxx and now Anthem BCBS… Aren’t you glad you weren’t the reason customer data was lost?! Well maybe you are. If security isn’t built into your systems from the beginning, it is very difficult […]
BAWORLD WINNIPEG, MB, October 7th – 9th, 2015, Winnipeg Convention Centre Changes continue to pour in from new business needs, design constraints, missed requirements, and ambiguity. The cost of changes and defects increase significantly during the project lifecycle and post implementation. Learn how the fundamental principles of project and release management can be applied to […]
BAWORLD WINNIPEG, MB, October 7th – 9th, 2015, Winnipeg Convention Centre Let’s face it; some organizations are often fearful of teams proclaiming themselves as experts or subject authorities. Others don’t have the time, support or management sponsorship necessary to implement a Center of Excellence. Follow the journey of how a small grass-roots team was able […]
PMI Atlanta Dinner Meeting, The Project Management Event of the month, September 14, 2015, The Westin Atlanta Perimeter North, 7 Concourse Pkwy NE, Atlanta, GA 30328 There is a great new project or position you want at your company. Are you going to get it? Why does it seem that less capable people get these opportunities while […]
2015 BA Boot Camp Striving, Thriving and Driving, 2015.09.12, 08.00 h – 16.30, Manheim at Cox C-Tech building – Sandy Springs What employers want in BA candidates and how to be successful in positioning yourself for a BA role. Tiffany Harper, Experis Neena Naidu, Manheim Miranda Youmans, Matrix Resources 20150911 Greater Atlanta IIBA – Striving: BA […]
Apocalypse Rising @ Dragon Con, September 4-7, Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel Atlanta, 210 Peachtree Street Atlanta, GA 30303, Chastain 1-2 Downloads: Overview presentation with stages of a disaster, bug out bag lists, and additional resources Printable reference guide with bug out bag lists and additional resources. For Survival: 4 Hours Later – Fri 02:30 pm; Chastain 1-2 The Big Whatever has hit and […]
BAWORLD WINNIPEG, MB, October 7th – 9th, 2015, Winnipeg Convention Centre There have been a lot of changes in the business analysis community as of late. The business analyst as a role is growing, but what does that mean? The BABOK 3 was released in April, how does that impact the business analysis discipline? Business […]
PROJECT WORLD*BUSINESS ANALYST WORLD, TORONTO, ONTARIO, MAY 25 – 28, 2015 Are confident of the work you do and your core skills, but feel you are not getting the recognition you deserve? Do other people get placed on better projects or receive promotions that should have been yours? Since your resume clearly shows your expertise, […]
PROJECT WORLD*BUSINESS ANALYST WORLD, TORONTO, ONTARIO, MAY 25 – 28, 2015 Changes continue to pour in from new business needs, design constraints, missed requirements, and ambiguity. The cost of changes and defects increase significantly during the project lifecycle and post implementation. Learn how the fundamental principles of project and release management can be applied to […]
Central Iowa IIBA Chapter – IBADD: Iowa Business Analyst Development Day, May 15, 2015 If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible […]
Greater Atlanta IIBA Chapter Meeting, April 28, 2015 at 6:30PM at Matrix Resources Panelists: We are pleased to present these distinguished Business Analysts: Jonathan Babcock, Jaleann Matos-McClurg and moderated by Hans Eckman. Early in our business analysis careers we are whisked from one encounter to the next to face the whimsical desires of stakeholders. As Business Analysts, we […]
Central Iowa IIBA Chapter – 23-Apr-2015 at 11 am Are confident of the work you do and your core skills, but feel you are not getting the recognition you deserve? Do other people get placed on better projects or receive promotions that should have been yours? Since your resume clearly shows your expertise, why aren’t you […]
Minneapolis/St. Paul IIBA 6th Annual Professional Development Day (2015) April 08, 2015 Let’s face it; some organizations are often fearful of teams proclaiming themselves as experts or subject authorities. Others don’t have the time, support or management sponsorship necessary to implement a Center of Excellence. Follow the journey of how a small grass-roots team was able […]
Minneapolis/St. Paul IIBA 6th Annual Professional Development Day (2015) April 08, 2015 You know you are a great resource, but why aren’t you getting the recognition you deserve?! Don’t let other people get the better projects, promotions or new job that should be yours. The problem might not be you, but the way you are marketing […]
Georgia State University – J. Mack Robinson College of Business, April 1, 2015 You know you are a great resource, but why aren’t you getting the recognition you deserve?! Don’t let other people get the better projects, promotions or new job that should be yours. The problem might not be you, but the way you are […]
PROJECTSUMMIT BAWORLD, ATLANTA, GA, MARCH 16-18, 2015, 12:45 PM – 2:00 PM If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What happens when you find yourself in another death-march project or client? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations, and what is more impossible than a zombie apocalypse? […]
Building Business Capability 2014 – Tuesday, November 4, 2014 | 10:25am – 11:25am | Management of Business Analysis Track In “Good to Great”, Jim Collins found that the best companies set Big Hairy Audacious Goals (BHAGS). What would happen if you took the same approach for your practice? In 2007, SunTrust Enterprise Delivery Services transformed business analysis […]
DragonCon – Apocalypse Rising Track | Monday, September 1, 2014 10:00 – 11:00 | Westin, 6th floor, Chastain 1-2 If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What about if you start a death-march project? We learn the most valuable and long-lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations. Using disaster preparedness as […]
Greater Atlanta Chapter of the IIBA – August 26, 2014 6:30-9:00 You are confident of the work you do and your core skills, but feel you are not getting the recognition you deserve. Other people get placed on better projects or receive promotions that could have been yours. Maybe you are looking for a new […]
IIBA® Minneapolis-St. Paul Chapter’s 2014 Professional Development Day – April 16, 2014 Changes continue to pour in from new business needs, design constraints, missed requirements, and ambiguity. The cost of changes and defects increase significantly during the project lifecycle and post implementation. Learn how the fundamental principles of project and release management can be applied […]
It’s all the competition of Dancing with the Stars, but replace the Salsa and Jive with Requirements and Diagrams – this interactive event will feature B2T Training experts, Kupe Kupersmith, Kate McGoey, Jonathon Babcock, and Ryland Leyton – with help from Atlanta BA Stars – Paul Mulvey, Hans Eckman, and Russ Peña. B2T Training and our BA Stars will join volunteers as they test their business analysis […]
Business Analyst World Atlanta – March 3-4, 2014 Eight years or so after the creation of the IIBA, the job scene for BAs just gets more confusing! The Basic BA we understand but what comes after that? What is a senior BA? Enterprise Architect? What can I look forward to in coming years? This panel will provide […]
Business Analyst World Atlanta – March 3-4, 2014 Changes continue to pour in from new business needs, design constraints, missed requirements, and ambiguity. The cost of changes and defects increase significantly during the project lifecycle and post implementation. Learn how the fundamental principles of project and release management can be applied to create an iron clad requirements […]
If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? What about if you start a death-march project? We learn the most valuable and long lasting lessons when we face and overcome impossible situations. Using disaster preparedness as a backdrop, we will show the importance of root cause analysis, process analysis, risk mitigation, project scoping, […]
PW&WCBA ProjectWorld & World Congress for Business Analysts September 9-11, 2013, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Orlando, FL In “Good to Great”, Jim Collins found that the best companies set Big Hairy Audacious Goals (BHAGS). What would happen if you took the same approach for your practice? BA 20/20 set a a clear vision of where SunTrust […]
Companies often have teams to manage technology standards and approve software use, but who is working to help leverage these systems and emerging technologies to solve disparate business challenges and to deploy your “best practices” across the Enterprise? In this presentation, we will discuss how the Innovations Team engagement model can be leveraged in your […]
If a zombie outbreak happened tomorrow, would you be ready? After this session, you will be! Even if the zombies don’t come (we hope), everyone needs to be ready for natural disasters, power outages or shortages of vital resources. Applying the core competencies of the BABOK, business rules and business process management to a worst […]
Changes continue to pour in from new business needs, design constraints, missed requirements, and ambiguity. The cost of changes and defects increase significantly during the project lifecycle and post implementation. Learn how the fundamental principles of project and release management can be applied to create an iron clad requirements management process. Investigate the cost and […]
Companies often have teams to manage technology standards and approve software use, but who is working to help leverage these systems and emerging technologies to solve disparate business challenges? Are teams in your company positioned to deploy “best practices” across the Enterprise? What drives innovation or repeatable solutions. In the first half of the presentation, […]
BBC 2012 will provide numerous forums which will enhance the capabilities of any Business Analyst, but what about the ongoing challenges of BAs in the financial services industry? Regulations, security, multi-platform information delivery, usability and audit demands to name a few. In an effort to assist BAs in the financial industry and anyone interested in […]
IMF IT Senior Executive Roundtable Sep 24, 2012 – Sep 25, 2012; New Orleans, LA Let’s face it. Some organizations are scared of any group that proclaims themselves as experts. Others don’t have the time, support, or accepted leadership to implement a Center of Excellence (COE). This session tells the tale of how a small […]
How do I go about setting up a Center of Excellence (COE) for Business Analysis? What should I implement first? Should it be top down or grassroots? Is my organization even ready to take this on? It seems that there can be more questions in setting up a BA COE than answers. This panel discussion […]
The remediation cost of changes and defects increase significantly during the project lifecycle and post implementation. BA’s often struggle on projects and with project team members trying to manage scope, changes to requirements, and clarifications. Learn how to use some of the fundamental principles of project and release management to create an iron clad requirements […]
Companies often have teams to manage technology standards and approve software use, but who is working to help leverage these systems and emerging technologies to solve disparate business challenges? In this presentation, we will discuss how the Innovations Team engagement model can be leveraged in your organization to replicate solutions across multiple organizational needs, develop […]
Everything is magnified with distance. As companies move toward offshore development and testing, especially India and Agile-like methodologies, most companies are describing these initiatives as not delivering expected ROI to being complete failures. Learn best practices, tricks, and pitfalls for adapting activities to optimize projects that work with offshore and distributed project teams. PMI Atlanta […]
Everything is magnified with distance. As companies move toward offshore development and testing, especially India, and Agile-like methodologies, most companies are describing these initiatives as not delivering expected ROI to being complete failures. Learn best practices, tricks, and pitfalls for adapting activities to optimize projects that work with offshore and distributed project teams. Atlanta SPIN […]
Everything is magnified with distance. As companies move toward offshore development and testing, especially India, and Agile-like methodologies, the need for quality BA work increases. Learn best practices, tricks, and pitfalls for adapting BA activities to optimize offshore and distributed project teams. Atlanta IIBA Tuesday March 23, 2010 UPS Headquarters, 55 Glenlake Pkwy NE, Sandy […]
You have the skills, motivation, and experience, but aren’t getting the promotions, assignments, or job offers you feel you should. Join us at the Atlanta IIBA meeting and discover ways to use marketing and self-promotion to improve your career options and recognition. Learn why others aren’t seeing the real you, and simply steps to correct […]
