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Features

• Tableau vs. Power BI vs. Qlik: How the BI rivals stack up

  Tableau, Power BI and Qlik Sense offer similar self-service BI functionality, consultant Rick Sherman says. But he points to some of their strengths and weaknesses.  Continue Reading

• 10 must-have features for big data analytics tools

  Searching for a big data tool? You'll want to make sure it allows you to embed results, can easily integrate with other apps and offers version control, among other capabilities.  Continue Reading

• Options arise for expanding data scientists' skills

  Data science programs aren't just for universities anymore. Now, data scientists can turn to massive open online courses, online texts and other resources to boost their skill sets.  Continue Reading

• Qlik Sense and predictive analytics in education flag troubled students

  Using academic analytics and Qlik Sense, administrators at Virginia's Loudoun County public school district are looking to identify and help at-risk students faster and more accurately.  Continue Reading

• Data scientists weigh in: 5 data science tools to consider

  The surge of data captured by today's organizations requires data science tools to fully understand the information. We asked data scientists what tools they're using.  Continue Reading

• Reddit and the aspiring data scientist

  For amateur data scientists, Reddit provides the opportunity to post about personal projects, chat with like-minded people and get free advice from a large community.  Continue Reading

• Rising demand for business analytics education programs

  Colleges and universities are increasingly offering business analytics degrees. The graduates can help build IT and business capabilities of small and medium-sized organizations.  Continue Reading

• Heat map view sets table for food warehouse optimization

  Inspired by the vivid views of stadium heat maps, a Midwest food distributor worked with Information Builders to gain a better view of its supply chain workings. The result was a novel warehouse optimization system.  Continue Reading

• Streamlining predictive analytics in retail marketing

  Online flash-sale retailer Zulily uses BigQuery and Tableau to help power its predictive analytics, which, in turn, boosts its marketing efforts and ability to manage incoming data.  Continue Reading

• A look at the leading data discovery software and vendors

  Explore the data discovery software market, including the products and vendors helping enterprises glean insights using data visualization and self-service BI.  Continue Reading

• GPU implementation is about more than deep learning

  Simulmedia is using GPU technology to power reporting tools, while eyeing future deep learning applications, helping to justify the cost of the hardware while building experience.  Continue Reading

• Data-driven strategy grooms dog care franchise for growth

  Camp Bow Wow is growing its day care and boarding business for dogs with the help of a data-driven approach that's powered by a hybrid POS and Tableau system.  Continue Reading

• Choosing the right data discovery platform for the enterprise

  Obviously, cost and scalability factor into data discovery platform buying decisions, but other features, like visualizations and data support, should carry significant weight.  Continue Reading

• Understanding data discovery tools in the enterprise

  Data discovery tools, aided by the data discovery process, visualize and contextualize data for business users. They are essential for informed business decision-making.  Continue Reading

• Get the most out of your data, reap the benefits of BI tools

  The business intelligence software market is large, vibrant and evolving. Learn the ins and outs to make sense of the options and experience the business benefits of BI tools.  Continue Reading