Meaning
A specialist who analyzes business domains, documents organizational processes, and translates business needs into technical specifications.
Three examples from work
Requirements gathering
BAI interviewed the logistics dispatchers to document their current scheduling workflow.
PODid you identify where manual data entry errors occur most often?
Specification review
LeadThis edge case regarding partial refunds isn't covered in the spec.
BAI'll update the functional requirement document with the accounting team's rules.
Process modeling
ClientHow will our inventory sync with the new e-commerce storefront?
BAI created a BPMN process diagram showing automated webhook synchronization triggers.
Abbreviated as 'BA'. Serves as the critical bridge between non-technical business clients and software development teams.