Insights
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What Makes a Great BA: Notes from the Frontline.
Great Business Analysts aren’t born – they grow into the role. Drawing on years of experience and mentoring, I’ve found that success as a BA hinges on key personal characteristics: curiosity, strategic thinking, and collaboration. In this reflection, I explore what truly makes a great BA, from navigating ambiguity and assumptions to engaging stakeholders and…
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Liberate your data. RPA as a systems integration tool
Robotic Process Automation (RPA) has rapidly evolved beyond merely eliminating repetitive tasks. Today, it serves as a powerful integrator, bridging the gaps between business systems to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and accelerate digital transformation. Traditional API-based integrations often come with high costs and complexities, but RPA provides an alternative – allowing organisations to seamlessly connect…
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Lean testing in theory and practice
Lean testing embraces adaptability, collaboration, and continuous learning, ensuring software development aligns with real-world needs. Traditional methodologies often create rigid, siloed workflows that hinder efficiency and innovation. By shifting towards context-driven and lean testing principles, teams can eliminate waste, amplify learning, and enhance transparency. Lean testing promotes rapid feedback, empowering testers to uncover issues early…