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Feature ArticleAre Systems Engineers Complete Losers When it Comes to Communication?Article Sponsored By
 by Chris Rupp The systems development industry is frequently shaken by negative reports, such as the mishaps and delays that plagued the Toll Collect system in Germany or cars that break down due to software defects. Many people wonder what it is that ails modern systems development. Why is it so hard to build systems that realize user requirements when our technology allows us to do almost anything? Are systems engineers losers when it comes to communicating about the requirements? Can the problem be solved by an agile process and direct communication between system users and developers? If so, which fields of knowledge must be added to an agile process in order to ensure that knowledge transfer works?
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Why Teams Accomplish More with a Great Coach ... and Why You Should Really be Using OneArticle Sponsored By
 by Chad Swierczek A coach is someone who can get everyone on a team to play together to reach a common goal. This is not an easy task. It requires an in-depth understanding of the game and the ability to relate to the team members. Interpersonal skills are just as important as technical knowledge. It also requires the ability to motivate, lead, teach and hold others accountable for their actions. Given these essential coaching skills, there are good and bad coaches. You could probably name some of your previous instructors who would fit into these coaching categories. Then there are GREAT coaches. 5 Critical Requirements Steps that get Missed: What Business Analysts Are Not DoingArticle Sponsored By
 by Barbara Davis In this week’s article submission Ms. Barbara Davis of E2 Consulting examines the five critical steps in requirements that business analysts often miss: Research, Gap Assessment (vs. gap analysis), Ambiguity Management, Requirements Validation and Facilitated Sign-Off.
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