Technical Business Analyst
Technical Business Analyst
A Business Analyst (or Technical Business Analyst / BA) is perhaps the most pivotal individual in defining and actioning business change. Technologists by trade, do not necessarily need sharp business acumen, so a Business Analysts will be there to bridge the gaps between business and technology.
Like a doctor conducting an investigation to understand a patient’s ailments, a Business Analyst will enter an organisation and attempt to ‘make sense of the mess’, digging deep and examining the unknown factors that define problems faced by a business before diagnosing solutions. However, Business Analysts are not only useful when a problem has already arisen. Business Analysts could be employed by an organisation to help them gain traction ahead of competitors, as Business Analysts will be able to acutely examine a business to optimise workflow efficiency, encourage smooth collaboration and promote technically excellent output.
The vast and varied world of Business Analysis translates to a vast and varied job market. From smaller scale-ups to global conglomerates, businesses will always face problems that need to be addressed in novel ways, so Business Analysts will continue be an in demand role. The nature of business analysis means no two roles are the same, which means salary for a Business Analyst varies greatly, depending on experience, location etc. Business Analyst roles in London tend to offer more.
The qualities of a successful Business Analyst are unique in the technological sphere. Primarily, a Business Analyst should be an expert in what they are dealing with, able to bring people onside through their expansive knowledge and professional, personable demeanour. A good Business Analyst will abide by logic and be driven by facts, be a true critical thinker and excellent facilitator, able to help cross-functional teams communicate with each other. Business Analysis is a vast domain and oftentimes a demanding job, so personality of a Business Analysis plays a role in success.
From gathering, identifying and documenting business requirements to analysing cost and deploying technical solutions, the responsibilities of a Business Analyst change on a day to day basis. A Business Analyst will be required to support the business through the transitional period, helping them to establish change from the solutions they have proposed.
Career prospects for an accomplished Business Analyst are encouraging. In the domain of Technical Business Analysis, having detailed technical knowledge is important and in-depth knowledge of an industry or market will help distinguish a Business Analyst from his competitors. Other factors that will promote success as a Business Analyst are good foreign language skills and obtaining relevant certifications.
Client Server recruit for a wide range of Business Analyst roles in London, Cambridge, Bracknell and beyond. If you are a capable Business Analyst looking for your next challenge, get in touch with one of our specialist consultants today.
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