• The Basics of Use Cases

    Here is a video which helps give a good introduction to developing Use Cases.  You can also watch this YouTuber’s channel for other relevant videos on Unified Modeling Language (UML) such as class diagrams, sequence diagrams, activity diagrams etc.  You can also watch the full course at the Virtual Training Company website – there are [...]

  • What Does a Systems Analyst Do?

    An introductory video as to what exactly a systems analyst does:

What is a Project?

"A project is a temporary endeavor undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result. The temporary nature of projects indicates a definite beginning and end. The end is reached when the project's objectives have been achieved or when the project is terminated because its objectives will not or cannot be met, or when the need for the project no longer exists" - PMBOK, 4th Ed.

I don't know about you, but I come across multiple projects everyday in both personal and professional situations. It's how we manage the projects which can help determine the level of its success...or failure.

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Elements of Developing a Good Scheduling Framework

When it comes to developing project schedules, PMI® has outlined some good practices when it comes to developing the scheduling framework: Determine how the schedule model will be developed Understand the full scope of the project Identify the project and schedule – Project Schedule ID Establish project calendars and work periods Establish the optimum project [...]

Elements for Considering a Business Analyst Approach

When considering a approach for business analysis, there are two elements to consider: Plan-Driven approach Change-Driven approach “Plan-Driven” refers to a more formal approach as compared to the change-driven model.   It usually implies that a project or organization is being managed in a structured way where each phase is thoroughly planned and documented.  Think of [...]

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