Adrian Reed

One of the joys of product development, whether it be software, service, or hardware, is getting it right. The way to get it right is to uncover the real business problem, and to write the requirements for the solution that best solves that problem. Without the right requirements it is impossible to build the right solution. Mastering the Requirements Process, Fourth Edition, gives you an industry-proven process for getting to the essence of the business problem and then writing unambiguous and testable requirements for its solution. This fourth edition is an almost complete rewrite that brings requirements discovery into today's world--it is the book for today's business analyst. Product owners and project leaders will also find it valuable as it explains how to discover precisely what the customer needs and wants, and to do it effectively in any business or project environment. The book tells you how to: Use the Volere requirements process to discover requirements in both traditional and agile environmentsIncorporate off-the-shelf (OTS) solutions into your requirements discoveryUse artificial intelligence (AI) as part of your requirements discovery, and as part of your business solutionUse quickly sketched prototypes to explore the problem spaceUnderstand functional and non-functional requirementsWrite better agile storiesMake your requirements and stories measurable and testable using fit criteriaUse business events as the heartbeat of business analysisDiscover requirements in agile, commercial, and milspec project environmentsFind and prioritize your customer segmentsLeverage systems thinking when discovering requirementsUse story maps and other requirements repository techniquesKnow which trawling techniques are the most effective for requirements discoverySynchronize your requirements discovery with agile development teamsMake better decisions in the early days of a project to increase your chances of successEmploy the Volere requirements specification template (downloaded 10,000+ times) as the basis for your own requirement specifications "One of the most valuable things about this book is that it provides a process to follow that will get people asking the right questions and expand their perspective on the problem." --Kevin Brennan Register your book for convenient access to downloads, updates, and/or corrections as they become available. See inside book for details.

Business Analysis has never been more important, and valuable, to organisations as they strive to adapt to an ever-changing and faster-changing environment. This expanded edition of Business Analysis Techniques provides detailed guidance on the range and application of the techniques available to assist business analysts and others in their work. Business Analysis Techniques provides a foundation for the effective specification, design and development of digital solutions, solutions that are based on a proper understanding of the real business need and the requirements for solutions to meet them. With 123 of the most widely used techniques covered, this book is an essential resource for any business analyst. This book: Places a large number of techniques into the context of the Business Analysis Service Framework, providing clear guidance on the applicability and use of 123 of the most-used techniques available in the business analyst’s toolboxProvides detailed information on the use of each techniqueAccessibly written with worked examples of all of the techniques describedOffers practical tips for using and adapting the techniques in the real world Pair it with Business Analysis, also published BCS for even greater insights.

Business analysis is a crucial discipline for organisational success. It is a broad field and has matured into a profession with its own unique career roadmap. This practical guide explores the business analyst role including typical responsibilities and necessary skills. It signposts useful tools and commonly used methodologies and techniques. A visual career roadmap for business analysts is also included, along with case studies and interviews with practising business analysts.

Discover how to Be a Great Problem Solver - Now! This 2-in-1 guide is designed to help you solve problems in an instant, whilst giving you the deeper knowledge to ensure long-lasting results. With the unique 2-in-1 approach, you can learn your way. Use the 7 Speed Read tips immediately, then take your time exploring the Big Picture chapters. · Analyse business problems and opportunities objectively and effectively to generate a range of possible solutions · Avoid falling into the trap of selecting the first solution that seems feasible · Understand how to work collaboratively with co-workers and stakeholders · Use a one-page ‘Problem Canvas’ to scope out and explore a problem As an ambitious manager, you need the right information at the right time to help you advance in your career. ‘The 2-in-1 Manager’ will ensure you improve and succeed in business, right now and in the future.