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PRIYANKA SHARMA

London,ON

Summary

Experienced Business Analyst with over 6 years of experience in Business Analysis in Retail, Insurance, and Telecom domains. A deep understanding of the phases of the SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle) — encompassing Requirements gathering, Analysis, Design, Development, and Testing — is indispensable for successful software development. Extensive experience in various methodologies such as Agile, SDLC, Waterfall, and Scrum. Adept at collaboration with both business and technical partners to successfully deliver business process solutions while keeping the enterprise needs in line. Experienced in identifying project stakeholders, eliciting requirements from them, analyzing the requirements, documenting, and articulating them into functional, non-functional, transitional, quality, and usability requirements. Skilled in performing various analyses such as Gap analysis, SWOT analysis, Cost-Benefit Analysis, ROI analysis, Market Analysis, and Acceptance Testing, utilizing robust analytical capabilities. Proficient in utilizing UML to develop Use Case Diagrams, Activity diagrams, Process Modelling Diagrams, Process Mapping, Process Flows, Wireframes, Mock-ups, Design Reviews, and Prototypes. Familiar with Business Process Management Notation (BPMN) for effective process modeling. Extensive experience in technical documentation, including preparing BRD (Business Requirements Document), FRD (Functional Requirements Document), FSD (Functional Specification Documents), NFRD (Non-Functional Requirements Document), SRD (Software Requirements Document), SDD (Software Design Document), and Data Specifications. Experienced in closely collaborating with testing teams to manage a wide range of testing categories, including Functional, System Integration, Regression, BAT (Business Acceptance Testing), and UAT (User Acceptance Testing). Familiarity with various data-related activities, including Data Conversion, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Data Mapping, and Data Modeling. Experienced in coordinating with testing teams for a range of test types, including Functional, System Integration, Regression, BAT (Business Acceptance Testing), and UAT (User Acceptance Testing). Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, adept at engaging stakeholders through effective facilitation, problem-solving, negotiation, time management, visual thinking, and interpersonal abilities. Motivated and adaptable team member with a proven track record in collaborative multitasking. Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Business Analyst

Home Depot
Toronto, ON
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Collaborated with the product owner to create user stories and Epics using JIRA and Confluence
  • Prioritized user stories in coordination with the Product Owner, SMEs, and other pertinent stakeholders
  • Engaged in active collaboration with the Technical Architect to analyze gaps, perform Fit-Gap Analysis, and develop various alternatives to address identified issues
  • Acquired extensive experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in client-facing environments to enhance systems, while also contributing to the strategic planning of projects
  • Facilitated and participated in Story mapping sessions, Backlog Grooming, Sprint planning & estimation meetings, Daily Scrum (standup), and triage
  • Made extensive use of Jira and Confluence throughout these activities
  • Facilitated brainstorming sessions and initiated thorough discussions to gather business requirements from the Product Owner, business users, stakeholders, and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)
  • Developed Workflow Rules, Process Builder configurations, and flows to automate business processes
  • Utilized various elicitation techniques, such as focus groups and interviews, to gather requirements for the future system while collaborating with cross-functional teams
  • Developed the WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) for functional decomposition, created communication plans, conducted resource forecasting, managed requirements, and crafted project plans
  • Additionally, actively participated in various project management activities
  • Summarized the current (As-Is) and future (To-Be) processes for the project through analytical skills
  • Gathered business requirements from stakeholders, analyzed them, and subsequently created and updated the user stories
  • Utilized visual diagramming applications like Visio, draw.io, and Lucid chart for visual representation purposes
  • Significantly contributions to enhance and optimize the Development and Quality Assurance processes
  • Provided Support the testing team across various testing types including Regression Testing, Sanity Testing (ST), Functional Testing, and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure comprehensive testing of all business scenarios
  • Managed and kept current the requirements traceability matrix by linking corresponding test cases and defects to the requirements

Business Analyst

Bell Canada
Toronto, ON
11.2020 - 04.2022
  • Monitored and communicated team velocity and sprint/release progress efficiently to all relevant teams and management
  • Provided estimations for project milestones and deliverables
  • Facilitated sessions such as brainstorming, prototyping, and workshops with end-users and businesses to gather and elicit requirements
  • Secured stakeholder sign-off on priority assignments for the gathered requirements
  • Classified the gathered business requirements into functional and non-functional categories
  • Translated business requirements into Use Cases and generated various UML diagrams like Use Case diagrams, Activity Diagrams, and Sequence Diagrams using MS Visio
  • Applied careful attention to detail in conducting a thorough analysis, capturing current processes, and creating state diagrams for future state presentations
  • Directed work sessions aimed at refining process mapping documents
  • Generated diagrams illustrating the current ("As-Is") and future ("To-Be") states for workflows, business rules, and other process flow diagrams using MS Visio
  • Utilized the Gap analysis technique to evaluate current technologies and identify necessary enhancements for achieving the end state that aligns with business requirements
  • Conducted data analysis and generated business impact reports to assess regulatory or system adjustments, while also identifying requirements for change management and training
  • Collaborated closely with the QA team to develop the test plan and test cases, ensuring alignment of the final application design with user requirements specified in the Acceptance Criteria and Definition of Done
  • Engaged in Business Design reviews and conducted User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and API testing within the QA environment
  • Developed user acceptance test plans and crafted test case scenarios designed to assist key end-users in thoroughly evaluating the application's user interface design and functionality

Jr. Business Analyst

Sunlife Insurance
Toronto, ON
01.2018 - 10.2020
  • Utilized a diverse array of requirement elicitation techniques, including client interviews, storyboarding, prototyping, brainstorming, and facilitated collaborative workshops, to gain a comprehensive understanding of stakeholder needs
  • Collected business requirements and acquired understanding of strategic objectives and their implications on information technology solutions to deliver optimal business value
  • Planned and facilitated JAD (Joint Application Development) sessions with participation from management, SMEs, technical teams, users, and other stakeholders to expedite project delivery timelines
  • Assessed the quality standards of the current processes and executed effective improvements
  • Collaborated with IT professionals to conduct meticulous assessments and analyze project requirements through interviews
  • Implemented thorough requirements and gap analyses as integral components of the process
  • Conducted functional decomposition to effectively segregate different functional domains, components, and features of the application
  • Developed the Business Requirements Document and led a stakeholder walkthrough of the project
  • Clarified requirements with developers as needed to ensure that the developed outputs precisely meet customer specifications
  • Assisted business teams in improving their processes through ongoing enhancement initiatives
  • Organized coaching and training sessions for business partnership users and verified their effective delivery
  • Participated in design reviews to ensure that the technical design aligns with user requirements and supports project objectives effectively
  • Contributed actively to the development of Entity Relationship Diagrams (ERDs)
  • Established project timelines and expertly supervised project execution and resource allocation to ensure successful project outcomes
  • Contributed to the transfer of documented project deliverables, providing essential inputs to facilitate the transition for the production support team takeover
  • Collaborated closely with key IT personnel to ensure the website was developed in strict accordance with precise functional specifications and architectural frameworks

Skills

  • Business Analysis
  • Jira,Confluence,Sharepoint
  • SDLC
  • Data Analysis
  • Analytical,Communication & Problem Solving
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Guidewire
  • Data Modelling,Project Management
  • Collaboration,Negotiation & Leadership Skill
  • Salesforce(CRM)
  • BRD,SOW,FRS,RTM,RACI
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Power Bi
  • UAT & Business Acceptance Testing
  • UML Diagrams,MS Visio,Drawio,Lucid chart
  • Facilitation
  • Problem-solving
  • Negotiation
  • Time management
  • Visual thinking
  • Interpersonal abilities
  • Multitasking

Certification

  • CSM- Certified Scrum Master
  • IIBA Certification of competency in Business Analysis (CCBA)

Education

  • PG Diploma in Cyber Security & Forensic Science, Lambton College, ON, 2018
  • Master Degree of Computer Science and Application, PTU, India, 2015
  • Bachelor Degree of Computer Science, PTU, India, 2011

Timeline

Sr. Business Analyst

Home Depot
05.2022 - 07.2022

Business Analyst

Bell Canada
11.2020 - 04.2022

Jr. Business Analyst

Sunlife Insurance
01.2018 - 10.2020
PRIYANKA SHARMA