The role of a business analyst (BA) within IT departments has experienced a period of flux in recent years. Traditionally, this role was a core function within the IT department, but there is now a growing trend toward decentralizing BA responsibilities. This shift is reflected in the 2024 data, showing BA staff as 3.7% of total IT staff, a notable decrease from 8.0% in 2023. This drop demands careful dissection. (28 pp., 11 fig.)
Business Analyst Staffing Ratios 2025
April, 2025
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