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'Big data' analytics programs require tech savvy, business know-how
Consultant Rick Sherman details the skill sets and roles that he thinks are vital to the success of "big data" analytics initiatives. Technical skills alone aren't enough, he says. Analysis
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The wrong way: Worst practices in 'big data' analytics programs
Consultant Rick Sherman details the biggest mistakes to avoid in planning and managing deployments of "big data" analytics tools, from focusing on the technology to overselling projects. Analysis
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Five first steps to creating an effective 'big data' analytics program
Choosing the right technology is only half the startup battle on "big data" analytics. Get a list of deployment tips from consultant Lyndsay Wise to help set your organization on the right path. Analysis
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'Big data' analytics projects easier said than done -- but doable
Putting an effective "big data" analytics plan in place can be a challenging proposition. Consultant Lyndsay Wise offers her advice on what to consider and how to get started. Analysis
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Advanced analytics programs focused on budgeting, marketing
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Data analytics software challenges: Tying results to actions
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In-memory database caching helps AltEgo bring online avatars to life
In-memory database caching technology is helping gamers take charge of their online identities. News | 09 May 2012
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Challenges lurk on in-memory BI projects -- proper preparation needed
Data quality issues, insufficient budgets and other technical and business problems can trip up unwary organizations on deployments of in-memory analytics tools, consultants warned. News | 09 Apr 2012
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SAP plans HANA-ready BusinessObjects for predictive analytics
SAP says that with its new SAP BusinessObjects Predictive Analysis software, customers wanting to perform predictive analytics no longer have to look to third-party vendors. News | 03 Apr 2012
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In-memory processing for analytics: Can you make the business case?
In-memory analytics promises streamlined data analysis processes for business users. But, analysts caution, the numerous in-memory technology options require careful planning and evaluation. News | 02 Apr 2012
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Don't drop ball on using data analytics tools -- 'big' or otherwise
Analytics software can provide big benefits to organizations -- or trip up the unwary. Before you get started, make sure your company is ready to reap the rewards and avoid the roadblocks. From the Editors | 30 Mar 2012
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Flexibility of in-memory business intelligence requires some vigilance
In-memory analytics tools give business users more control over how they use business intelligence data. But IT and BI pros need to be on guard to ensure that problems don't result, analysts warn. News | 26 Mar 2012
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In-memory analytics offers potential BI speed boost for business users
Business intelligence vendors offer a variety of in-memory analytics tools with very different architectures. But analysts say there's a common thread: the potential for faster BI performance. News | 19 Mar 2012
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'Big data' management changing the face of data warehousing
Gartner says the onslaught of “big data” is turning data warehouses into distributed data processing platforms. But Hadoop and other big data tools aren’t as widespread as you might think -- yet. From the Editors | 29 Feb 2012
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'Big data' technologies glimmer in the spotlight, but is it deserved?
"Big data" continues to make headlines as vendors announce new products for managing and analyzing it. You’re not alone, though, if you have yet to jump on the big data bandwagon. From the Editors | 29 Feb 2012
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'Big data' is friend, foe or fake? TDWI conference goers weigh in
Many attendees at the TDWI conference in Las Vegas doubt whether all businesses need to be concerned with the “big data” dilemma. News | 15 Feb 2012
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Top five biggest business intelligence (BI) software stories of 2011
From the explosion of "big data" analytics to data quality issues plaguing business intelligence (BI) programs to data mining privacy concerns, there was no shortage of must-read BI stories in 2011. Photo Story
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In-memory database caching helps AltEgo bring online avatars to life
In-memory database caching technology is helping gamers take charge of their online identities. News
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Challenges lurk on in-memory BI projects -- proper preparation needed
Data quality issues, insufficient budgets and other technical and business problems can trip up unwary organizations on deployments of in-memory analytics tools, consultants warned. News
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SAP plans HANA-ready BusinessObjects for predictive analytics
SAP says that with its new SAP BusinessObjects Predictive Analysis software, customers wanting to perform predictive analytics no longer have to look to third-party vendors. News
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In-memory processing for analytics: Can you make the business case?
In-memory analytics promises streamlined data analysis processes for business users. But, analysts caution, the numerous in-memory technology options require careful planning and evaluation. News
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Don't drop ball on using data analytics tools -- 'big' or otherwise
Analytics software can provide big benefits to organizations -- or trip up the unwary. Before you get started, make sure your company is ready to reap the rewards and avoid the roadblocks. From the Editors
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Flexibility of in-memory business intelligence requires some vigilance
In-memory analytics tools give business users more control over how they use business intelligence data. But IT and BI pros need to be on guard to ensure that problems don't result, analysts warn. News
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'Big data' analytics programs require tech savvy, business know-how
Consultant Rick Sherman details the skill sets and roles that he thinks are vital to the success of "big data" analytics initiatives. Technical skills alone aren't enough, he says. Analysis
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In-memory analytics offers potential BI speed boost for business users
Business intelligence vendors offer a variety of in-memory analytics tools with very different architectures. But analysts say there's a common thread: the potential for faster BI performance. News
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The wrong way: Worst practices in 'big data' analytics programs
Consultant Rick Sherman details the biggest mistakes to avoid in planning and managing deployments of "big data" analytics tools, from focusing on the technology to overselling projects. Analysis
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Five first steps to creating an effective 'big data' analytics program
Choosing the right technology is only half the startup battle on "big data" analytics. Get a list of deployment tips from consultant Lyndsay Wise to help set your organization on the right path. Analysis
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