Successful projects often rely on two key roles: the Business Analyst and the Project Manager. When aligned, these professionals form a powerhouse team driving projects to success. But when misaligned—whether due to conflicting priorities, unclear leadership, or differing approaches—projects can falter.
This interactive discussion explores the unique (and sometimes challenging) dynamics between BAs and PMs. We’ll unpack real-world scenarios where tensions arise, share practical strategies for overcoming conflict, and reveal how strong collaboration can transform friction into force.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify common sources of conflict between BAs and PMs, and apply proven conflict resolution techniques
- Understand the role of communication in building trust and shared vision
- Discover strategies to forge strong, lasting professional partnerships
- Gain practical tips for handling challenging scenarios and navigating negotiations effectively
About Our Speaker
Joe Perzel has been leading projects, defining requirements, and managing teams since 1982, with experience spanning corporate and vendor roles across healthcare, insurance, finance, government, manufacturing, non-profit, and education sectors. He is currently a partner at JPerzel Inc. and a Project Manager at Great River Energy in Minnesota. His previous leadership roles include positions at Surescripts, Cargill, Thomson Reuters, MN Workers’ Compensation Bureau, International Multifoods, and PMI Minnesota.
A seasoned speaker since 2002, Joe presents internationally on topics such as stakeholder management, leadership, strategy, negotiation, and emerging trends. He has delivered keynotes, workshops, and chapter meetings for organizations including PMI Global, IIBA, PMBA Conferences, BBC (Building Business Capability), IPMA, ASQ, and over 20 PMI chapters worldwide.