May 2022 Agile Working Group

Title:

A Day in the Life of an Agile Analyst

Presentation Description:

At the heart of every successful technology project are solid requirements solving the problem. Creating these requirements and supporting business, while guiding the development team, can be challenging. And when there is a problem with a build or a due date missed, it is not uncommon to hear the requirements were the cause.   Although the benefits of using Agile are indisputable, there is a lot of confusion on the value the Business Analysts adds and where we fit within the Scrum team. Add the fact that business analysis is run differently at every organization and often enterprise technology decisions are performed without consulting the BA, it is no wonder being a BA can be challenging and frustrating.

Join us for an open Agile discussion focused on the value and contributions the analyst provides as an intricate member of the Agile development team. We will analyze requirement gathering efforts, discuss BABOK tools and techniques, and evaluate a best practice approach for growing the backlog.

Presenter:

Angela Metcalf Weller, CSPO, CSM

Speaker Biography:

An experienced Agile Analyst, who collaborates with key stakeholders to attain their goals, and contributes to the achievement of the company’s strategic objectives to ensure a competitive advantage. She excels when mediating or facilitating teams. Strengths include: the ability to pull forces together, bridge differences, respond to client needs, and blend abilities into productive efforts.

Angie has been an Agile Analyst for over twelve years. During her technology career, she has filled a variety of roles including: Product Owner, Sr. Business Analyst, Agile Coach, Scrum Master, Requirements Lead, Data Analyst, Engineer, UX/UI Designer. Angie enjoys giving back, and does so by assisting others to develop their analytical and soft skills.

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