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What is business analysis? The BABOK® Guide defines business analysis as “ the practice of enabling change in an enterprise by defining needs and recommending solutions that deliver value to stakeholders .” The Business Analyst’s Role The linchpin (key) of successful business analysis is the business analyst performing the actual work. Their involvement in defining and validating solutions that address key business needs and goals is essential to both project and business success. According to the BABOK® Guide, “a business analyst is any person who performs business analysis tasks described in the BABOK® Guide, no matter their job title or organizational role.” Business analysts work as liaisons among stakeholders in order to understand the structure, policies, and operations of an organization , and to recommend solutions that enable the organization to achieve its goals . Essential Skills of Effective Business Analysts In addition to the necessary busines