The McKinsey Forward Program: program for young professionals
I recently had the privilege of being selected for the McKinsey Forward Program. I just wanted to check my practices, but, I was completely transformed. The McKinsey Forward Program was revolutionary. It was a wonderful opportunity to meet professionals from Morocco, Rwanda, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania and Kenya in a cohort in which I was…
One of my typical days as a business analyst
Business Analysts solve organizational problems. Although overall activities, responsibilities and qualifications vary greatly by position, Business Analysts are always responsible for leading change, creating clarity and fostering alignment. According to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge (BABOK) Guide® version 3: Business analysis ultimately helps organizations understand business needs and why they want to create change,…
For a Business Analyst, it’s all about change.
A question of change There is always a problem that needs to be solved. Sales needs support for the new marketing initiative. Marketing should change sending preferences to allow customers to unsubscribe from various publications to comply with new regulations. The accounts payable system is old and slow and is becoming more inaccurate by the day. The organization wants…