The Value-Driven Business Analyst

by Laura Brandenburg

Are you a problem-solver at heart—someone who brings clarity, alignment, and momentum to your projects, no matter your title? Then you may already be practicing the business analyst mindset.

The Value-Driven Business Analyst offers a proven, real-world approach to creating meaningful impact through business analysis work. Whether you're an aspiring analyst, a seasoned pro, or leading a business analysis team, you’ll discover the business analysis skills and confidence to succeed – in any industry or type of initiative.

Grounded in a real-world, 8-step business analysis process, you'll learn how stakeholder alignment and accelerate clarity through what’s often called requirements gathering, but goes much deeper into discovery, facilitation, and analysisDefine and manage software requirements for both agile and traditional projectsApply business analysis techniques across software initiatives, business process improvements, and digital transformationsUse models and visuals to break down complexity and drive better outcomesInside you’ll A clear roadmap to grow your business analyst career with confidence to become a value-driven business analystStep-by-step strategies to navigate projects and support your teamTutorials on business process mapping, data modeling, use cases, user stories, and moreChapters Get OrientedDiscover the Primary Business ObjectivesDefine ScopeFormulate Your Business Analysis PlanDefine Detailed RequirementsAnalyze the Software RequirementsModel the Business Domain and Analyze Data RequirementsSupport ImplementationAssess the Value Created by the SolutionThe Business Analyst Career PathIf you're ready to contribute strategically, grow intentionally, and make your mark through business analysis, this business analyst career guide is your go-to resource.

308 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 15, 2025

About the author

START YOUR BUSINESS ANALYST CAREER

Laura Brandenburg, CBAP is an internationally-recognized leader known for helping mid-career professionals start business analysis careers.

Laura brings more than a decade of experience in the business analysis profession, filling such diverse roles as a full-time business analyst, consultant, and hiring manager. She brings all of these perspectives into her writing, presenting, coaching, and training to help you find transferable business analysis skills, expand your business analysis experience, and start your business analysis career with confidence.

If you'd like to know more about how you can get started as a business analyst, scroll down the page and check out the different books Laura has published.