Organizations are complex structures which must evolve and grow to succeed for the long term. People working within organizations need clear direction and are motivated by an understanding of the organization’s mission and long-term goals, and the best way to achieve them. Project managers and business analysts are in unique positions in their organizations to help develop, support and advance short- and long-term goals. Project professionals understand how to enable change and often work with employees at every level and in every department/division.

• What is a strategic plan?
• Who creates this plan? How is the plan created?
• How is the plan communicated?
• Why and how should Project Managers and Business Analysts be involved?

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Speaker Barbara Carkenord

Barbara Carkenord, CBAP, IIBA-AAC, PMP, PMI-PBA, provides project management and business analysis consulting and training helping companies improve their delivery of business value. Barbara is passionate about enabling people and organizations to succeed through better communication, collaboration, and critical thinking. Barbara co-founded two successful business analysis training companies and worked in varied industries including manufacturing, financial services, hospitality, and software development. She has written books, articles, blogs, and training material aimed at helping professionals enhance their skills including Seven Steps to Mastering Business Analysis, first edition and RMC’s PMI-PBA Exam Prep book. Barbara helped define the business analysis profession, volunteering with IIBA® for 20 years. She helped to develop the worldwide standard for analysis, the BABOK® Guide and currently serves on IIBA’s Board.