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Making money from data: Financial business intelligence at work
Finance professionals are heavy users of BI and predictive analytics software. Find out how a variety of European finance functionaries are analysing trends, cutting costs and finding new business. Feature
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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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BI front-end tools dominate analytics investment plans
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Operational efficiency remains biggest BI technology spending driver
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2011 business intelligence (BI) challenges survey
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Business intelligence competency centers on the rise
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Mobile BI, data visualization tools eyed for wider use
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Advanced analytics programs focused on budgeting, marketing
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To glean value from 'big data' projects, it may take more than Hadoop
Organizations will have to push beyond storage requirements and basic business intelligence tools to exploit big data, according to a Gartner analyst. News | 16 May 2012
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On the go the way to go? Answer lies with building mobile BI business case
According to a recent Gartner survey, mobile technology is the second most important priority for CIOs in 2012, but building the business case is easier said than done. News | 09 May 2012
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Basic vs. complex: Companies walk the line on analytics best practices
Businesses looking to build effective business intelligence and analytics programs have to toe the line between focusing on the basics and using new technology to build more complex BI systems. From the Editors | 30 Apr 2012
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Faster data delivery livens BI performance, user satisfaction
With business users looking to get their hands on business intelligence data more quickly, making BI systems more flexible and responsive is becoming a priority in many organizations. News | 18 Apr 2012
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Business analytics skills shortage provokes companies to cast net wide
Organisations face lack of business analytics skills. Smart companies cast the net wide for the broadest pools of talent, help analysts learn from each other and work to ensure they realize potential. Analysis | 11 Apr 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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Seen, heard and tweeted at the Gartner BI Summit
The tweets, blog posts and quotes from the first day of Gartner's annual BI Summit get summed up here. News | 03 Apr 2012
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Gartner BI Summit: Time to get back to basics with analytics
The 10th annual Gartner BI Summit keynote address highlights changes in the industry and recommends businesses keep in step by remembering the three R’s: Relevance, resources and renovation. News | 03 Apr 2012
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Collaborative BI: Optimizing decision-making processes
In a new research report, TechTarget's Wayne Eckerson assesses the role of collaboration in business intelligence and analyzes survey results on the adoption of collaborative tools for BI uses. Research Report | 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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Improve customer data analytics: Tips for using metrics, technologies
Get expert tips for leveraging customer data analytics, and read some examples of common mistakes that companies have made, including a analytics case study. Guide
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Trends and tips for using business intelligence and analytics in retail
Read about business intelligence trends in the retail industry and get tips for using BI and analytics technology, with real-world examples from retailers. Tip
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Trends and tips for using business intelligence in financial services
Find out about new business intelligence (BI) trends in the financial services industry and get tips from experts for using BI within financial organizations. Tip
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Implementing your BI consolidation program
Learn how to successfully implement your BI consolidation program, including how to build a business case for the business intelligence consolidation project and how to encourage communication. Tip
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Tips for successfully consolidating business intelligence systems
In a recent study by Boston-based Forrester Research, close to 80% of companies polled said they use three or more business intelligence (BI) products. According to experts, it is important for organizations to consider consolidating BI systems, but ... Tip
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How to decide whether it is time for BI consolidation
According to experts, it's important for organizations to consider consolidating BI systems. Get expert advice about when to consider business intelligence consolidation and how to approach consolidation at your organization. Tip
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Making the business case for a BI consolidation project
Find tips for getting enterprise buy-in and building a business case for BI consolidation in this chapter of our e-book on managing a business intelligence (BI) consolidation project. Tip
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The Magic Quadrant trap: Are analyst ranking reports being used appropriately?
Analyst reports are helpful, but many companies don't use them appropriately, according to Rick Sherman. Find out why and learn other resources that can help with vendor selection. Tip
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Virtualization software: Just what BI and data warehousing need
Expert Rick Sherman explains why business intelligence and data warehouse projects can benefit from using virtualization software and following software development best practices. Tip
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How Hadoop and open source BI software affect BI architecture
There’s been a lot of talk about Hadoop and open source BI software. Find out how the open source technologies affect business intelligence architecture and BI development. Answer
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Business intelligence trends affecting the BI market, industry
Learn about some business intelligence trends that are affecting the BI market and BI industry. Learn about packaged analytics software and agile BI. Answer
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Why pervasive BI is a big deal for business intelligence users
Why is pervasive BI such a big deal? Read what one expert says and learn why pervasive business intelligence is important for the future of companies. Answer
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The basics of improving BI performance
Find some basic ways of improving BI performance at your company. Learn about in-memory analytics, columnar databases and how data aggregation affects BI performance. Answer
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Which users can benefit from BI dashboards and scorecards?
Are businesses deploying business intelligence dashboards and scorecards to workers other than managers and senior executives? Learn about high-level dashboards and who gets use out of dashboards and scorecards. Answer
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How to leverage agile BI to help your BI architecture
Learn how to leverage agile BI to help with your business intelligence architecture. Find out why you should split your BI architecture into two categories -- data integration and BI applications. Answer
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The real value of mobile business intelligence (BI)
Thinking about adding mobile business intelligence (BI) tools to your BI and analytics strategy? Find out where the real value of mobile BI resides and get real-world examples. Answer
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The real deal on agile business intelligence (BI)
There’s a lot of confusion about agile business intelligence (BI). Get an expert’s take on what agile BI really is and if it’s a valid BI development strategy or just a buzzword. Answer
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Is your company primed for social media analytics?
Are some companies primed to get more use out of social media analytics than others are? Find out, plus learn how a social media analytics strategy compares to BI strategies. Answer
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Biggest business intelligence (BI) problem: overloading data
What’s the biggest BI problem companies keep running into? Overloading data at the expense of functionality, says an expert. Find out how to avoid this common BI problem. Answer
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records information management (RIM)
Records information management (RIM) is a corporate area of endeavor involving the administration of all business records through their life cycle. Definition
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business analytics (BA)
Business analytics (BA) is the practice of iterative, methodical exploration of an organization’s data with emphasis on statistical analysis. Business analytics is used by companies committed to data-driven decision making. Definition
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analytic database
An analytic database is specifically designed to support business intelligence (BI) and analytic applications, typically as part of a data warehouse or data mart. Definition
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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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CPM software out of the shadows: Tips on taking advantage of CPM tools
In a video interview, consultant Evan Levy offers tips on how to take advantage of corporate performance management software and expand the use of CPM tools within an organization. Video
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In the trenches: Benefits and pitfalls of deploying a BI system
Learn about a business intelligence system rollout at American Access Casualty Co., including the expected benefits and challenges that can be faced when deploying BI technology. Video
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Common mistakes to avoid on BI dashboard and scorecard projects
If you’re managing a BI dashboard or scorecard design project, make sure you know about the mistakes that others have made. Podcast
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Real-world tips for improving BI performance, data warehousing systems
Get real-world tips and techniques for improving BI performance and data warehousing systems. Learn how in-database, in-memory analytics & data virtualization affects performance. Podcast
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How to improve business intelligence performance with BI automation
Get tips on how to improve business intelligence performance with the help of BI automation. You’ll learn about the value of BI automation, potential roadblocks and more. Podcast
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Understanding the business intelligence (BI) portfolio approach
Learn about the business intelligence (BI) portfolio approach to managing BI software, and find out how to get started on setting up a BI portfolio in this BI strategy video Q&A. Video
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Building a business intelligence (BI) strategy
Learn about building a business intelligence (BI) strategy and find out if creating a business intelligence competency center (BICC) is the first step to a successful BI plan. Video
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Has business intelligence (BI) technology become a commodity?
Consultant Mark Madsen discusses the state of business intelligence (BI) technology adoption and maturity. Video
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BI project management tips for implementation success
Get business intelligence (BI) project management tips to help ensure a successful implementation. Learn how to gather user requirements, prevent scope creep, overcome common PM challenges and more. Podcast
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To glean value from 'big data' projects, it may take more than Hadoop
Organizations will have to push beyond storage requirements and basic business intelligence tools to exploit big data, according to a Gartner analyst. News
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On the go the way to go? Answer lies with building mobile BI business case
According to a recent Gartner survey, mobile technology is the second most important priority for CIOs in 2012, but building the business case is easier said than done. News
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Basic vs. complex: Companies walk the line on analytics best practices
Businesses looking to build effective business intelligence and analytics programs have to toe the line between focusing on the basics and using new technology to build more complex BI systems. From the Editors
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Making money from data: Financial business intelligence at work
Finance professionals are heavy users of BI and predictive analytics software. Find out how a variety of European finance functionaries are analysing trends, cutting costs and finding new business. Feature
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Faster data delivery livens BI performance, user satisfaction
With business users looking to get their hands on business intelligence data more quickly, making BI systems more flexible and responsive is becoming a priority in many organizations. News
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Business analytics skills shortage provokes companies to cast net wide
Organisations face lack of business analytics skills. Smart companies cast the net wide for the broadest pools of talent, help analysts learn from each other and work to ensure they realize potential. Analysis
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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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Seen, heard and tweeted at the Gartner BI Summit
The tweets, blog posts and quotes from the first day of Gartner's annual BI Summit get summed up here. News
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Gartner BI Summit: Time to get back to basics with analytics
The 10th annual Gartner BI Summit keynote address highlights changes in the industry and recommends businesses keep in step by remembering the three R’s: Relevance, resources and renovation. News
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Collaborative BI: Optimizing decision-making processes
In a new research report, TechTarget's Wayne Eckerson assesses the role of collaboration in business intelligence and analyzes survey results on the adoption of collaborative tools for BI uses. Research Report
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About Business intelligence best practices
Business intelligence software can give organizations a major competitive advantage over their rivals -- if the business intelligence implementation is handled properly. Get useful information about business intelligence best practices, including tips and advice from experts on planning and managing a BI implementation, negotiating with business intelligence vendors and driving end-user adoption of BI software. Read case studies on best practices and learn about business intelligence metrics and BI project management steps that can help ensure business intelligence success in your organization. Also, read news and news analysis stories about BI best practices issues.