This document discusses the evolving role of the business analyst from a traditional role focused on requirements documentation to a leadership role. It argues that for projects to be successful, the business analyst must lead in defining and advocating for the solution scope and business value. Specifically:
- Traditionally, the business analyst role focused on translating between business and IT and documenting requirements. However, the role has evolved to focus more on defining and recommending solutions and leading change enablement.
- For projects to deliver true business value, the business analyst must synthesize stakeholder needs, prioritize requirements, and challenge assumptions, which requires taking on a leadership role rather than just being a neutral party.
- Project managers and business analysts