UML for the IT Business Analyst: A Practical Guide to Object-Oriented Requirements Gathering
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The IT Business Analyst is one of the fastest growing roles in the IT industry. Business Analysts are found in almost all large organizations and are important members of any IT team whether in the private or public sector. "UML for the IT Business Analyst" provides a clear, step-by-step guide to how the Business Analyst can perform his or her role using state-of-the-art object-oriented technology. Business analysts are required to understand object-oriented technology although there are currently no other books that address their unique needs as non-programmers using this technology. Assuming no prior knowledge of business analysis, IT, or object-orientation, material is presented in a narrative, chronological, hands-on style using a real-world case study. Upon completion of "UML for the IT Business Analyst," you will have created an actual business requirements document using all of the techniques of object-orientation required of a Business Analyst. "UML for the IT Business Analyst" puts together all of the technology pieces needed to proficiently perform the Business Analyst role.
Not sure (2008-09-03)
I was quite dissapointed with this book. Lots of repeats and the general style is for dummies. I bought this because of the high reviews but did not find it very usefull.
Must read for business analysts (2008-03-06)
UML is an excellent tool for communicating business and functional requirements. Podeswa does an excellent job how to best utilize UML, as when as how to elicit better requirements. With his background as a BA and trainer, the book is excellently written and very easy to follow. Senior BA's will find it a quick read with excellent points to improve our quality of work. Others will be able to follow is real world example as Podeswa walks through the requirements gathering process with examples and the rationale behind certain approaches.
I'd also recommend this book for any of your staff interested in a BA role or development management interfacing with business teams.
Business Analyst (2007-09-15)
I have heard about the book from various internet sources for BUSINESS ANALYST and when I read this book, it has a good worth which polishes the real skill the person has as a Business Analyst into the scientific approach of analysis work and clear representation. Thanks.
Teaching Collaboration At It's Best (2007-09-08)
UML for the IT Business Analyst is a great 'field guide' for Business and Systems Analysts at various levels of experience. The key thing I like about the book is that it teaches and also encourages truly "collaborative" working in building a business solution.
Collaborative Working
True collaborative working is something that I have found to be the most commonly missing ingredient on IT projects of all sizes. IT and business-side Analysts need to work with various stakeholders and players of varying levels while attempting to deliver true business solutions. Not an easy task, but from my years of experience in the field as a Business Architect I can testify that it is indeed possible.
This book goes a long way to showing you how.
UML for the IT Business Analyst is a resource that provides Business and Systems Analysts with tools and templates for success. You can pick the section that applies to your circumstances, your project or your experience level and go and implement it.
Gets a thumbs up from me 'Bayo Akinola-Odusola any day...and I don't give thumbs up that easily!
A worthwhile purchase. (2007-06-26)
A very informative and practical book. Definitely a worthwhile purchase that offers some practical guidance on analysis & requirements gathering using UML. The only short coming is that there could have been more examples provided.
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