Data analytics
Data analytics (DA) is the process of examining data sets to find trends and draw conclusions about the information they contain.. See complete definition.
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23 Jan 2023
Compare the top 13 CDP software products in 2023
CDPs, which vendors may sell as standalone products or as subsets of CRM systems, help organizations build detailed customer profiles. Top CDPs include Emarsys and Oracle Unity CDP. Continue Reading
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06 Jan 2023
18 top big data tools and technologies to know about in 2023
Numerous tools are available to use in big data applications. Here's a look at 18 popular open source technologies, plus additional information on NoSQL databases. Continue Reading
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11 Nov 2020
Brain teasers and other fun tips for learning Python
Learn about some interesting ways Python coders can grow their skills in the language and the importance of connecting and learning from others in the community. Continue Reading
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10 Nov 2020
Presidential polling data again misses the mark in 2020
Just as they did in 2016, the election polls underestimated support for Donald Trump. Although he didn't defeat Joe Biden, the result was closer than the polls predicted. Continue Reading
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06 Nov 2020
Data a key driver in fight for social justice
Analytics can be a critical tool in the social justice movement, but cultural and logistical hurdles can prevent nonprofits from using analytics to its full potential. Continue Reading
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05 Nov 2020
Mergers and acquisitions among BI vendors not yet done
With the remaining longstanding independent vendors as the most likely acquisition targets, expect more consolidation in the BI industry over the next few years. Continue Reading
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29 Oct 2020
Voting fraud technology could play role in momentous election
Vendors, academics and data scientists are developing technologies to detect irregularities in voting patterns. The turbulent U.S. election could provide fertile turf for the tools. Continue Reading
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29 Oct 2020
Microsoft enhances integration between Power BI and Excel
The latest Microsoft update to its popular spreadsheet features an integration with Power BI that lets the analytics platforms send structured data back and forth for analysis. Continue Reading
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23 Oct 2020
Qlik acquisition of Blendr.io adds integration capabilities
Qlik acquired Blendr.io for an undisclosed amount in a move that will expand the BI vendor's ability to integrate with cloud data storage and SaaS platforms. Continue Reading
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23 Oct 2020
GoodData adds self-service modeling tools to analytics suite
New self-service data modeling tools are the latest additions to the GoodData platform as the vendor overhauls its platform in an attempt to enable more users. Continue Reading
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22 Oct 2020
Tibco expands analytics offerings with IBI acquisition
In a move designed to add complementary capabilities to its platform, Tibco said it will acquire IBI, another veteran business intelligence vendor. Financial details were not disclosed. Continue Reading
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22 Oct 2020
Chief data and analytics officer roles: What you need to know
Whether you have a chief analytics officer or chief data officer, there is a need for a unified leadership structure for data and analytics in the enterprise. Continue Reading
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20 Oct 2020
Logi Analytics keeps focus on embedded app development
Kevin Greene is the new CEO of Logi Analytics after previously serving as the vendor's COO. In an interview, Greene discusses his vision for the vendor's future. Continue Reading
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16 Oct 2020
Data literacy skills key to cost savings, revenue growth
As organizations develop data-driven cultures, they need to implement programs to teach employees how to work with and make decisions based on high-quality data. Continue Reading
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15 Oct 2020
Yellowfin 9.3 features embedded app development upgrades
New application programming interfaces to help app designers build embedded BI apps are among more than 25 new features in the latest update of the Yellowfin analytics platform. Continue Reading
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14 Oct 2020
Idera targets cloud data lake market with Qubole acquisition
Qubole joins the Idera Inc. group of software companies, bringing data pipeline capabilities into the group to target customers that need more cloud data storage. Continue Reading
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13 Oct 2020
Looker adds mobile app, developer tools to analytics suite
While Looker revealed no new integrations with Google, a mobile app and additional tools for developers highlight the new features the BI vendor unveiled during its virtual user conference. Continue Reading
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13 Oct 2020
Developing a data-driven culture begins with enablement
In an interview, Jennifer Redmon, chief data and analytics evangelist at Cisco, talks about how she helps organizations enable their employees to work with data. Continue Reading
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09 Oct 2020
Tableau to launch racial justice Equity Data Hub
After unveiling the Racial Justice Data Initiative, Tableau is building a new data hub to help organizations working in the fight against systemic racism. Continue Reading
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07 Oct 2020
Tableau, Salesforce integration now in full swing
Tableau and its new owner unveiled their first collaboration during Tableau's user conference, but due to COVID-19 the vendors have faced unique challenges as they join forces. Continue Reading
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07 Oct 2020
Tableau roadmap features improved browser capabilities
Tableau's plans for 2021 include providing an end-to-end analytics experience on the web that mimics what users are able to do within the vendor's platform. Continue Reading
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06 Oct 2020
Tableau unveils first integration with Einstein Analytics
Tableau adds AI power via an integration with Salesforce's predictive BI tool, the first collaboration between Salesforce and Tableau since the CRM giant acquired the BI vendor. Continue Reading
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05 Oct 2020
How predictive and prescriptive analytics impact the bottom line
With all the data organizations collect now, they need a good way to analyze it, and that's where predictive and prescriptive analytics can be useful. Continue Reading
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02 Oct 2020
Sisense unveils new integration with Azure Synapse Analytics
Sisense adds to its multi-cloud capabilities with a new integration that will allow customers that store their data in Microsoft's ecosystem to quickly act on their data. Continue Reading
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01 Oct 2020
Pandemic speeds up digital transformation in sports
Professional sports teams and leagues are looking to the digital world as they seek other revenue streams due to the loss of fans in the seats during the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading
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30 Sep 2020
Technology central to vote count in a tight election
Tech tools will be key in a close election that requires recounts. While electronic signature verification systems have advanced, many digital voting machines are flawed. Continue Reading
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29 Sep 2020
ThoughtSpot IPO probably still a year away
After hiring a CFO for the first time and making changes to the way it reports revenue, ThoughtSpot is positioning itself to go public in fall 2021. Continue Reading
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24 Sep 2020
Power BI platform adds data storytelling capabilities
In its ongoing attempt to extend the reach of analytics to more users, Microsoft, during its virtual user conference, unveiled a new data storytelling feature for Power BI. Continue Reading
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23 Sep 2020
Hyperconverged Analytics a new experience for Tibco users
Tibco CTO Nelson Petracek discusses the motivation for developing the vendor's new analytics experience, as well as the challenges of collaborating during the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading
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23 Sep 2020
Certificates important to the data science learning path
While data science certificates have value in the professional world, candidates must make them a piece of a larger drive for technical mastery and continued education. Continue Reading
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23 Sep 2020
Spotfire 11 release marks launch of new Tibco BI ecosystem
The combination of latest Spotfire update and a new streaming data engine marks the launch of Tibco's new analytics ecosystem that combines analytics capabilities in one experience. Continue Reading
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22 Sep 2020
ThoughtSpot Cloud is a new SaaS version of vendor's platform
ThoughtSpot introduced the first SaaS version of its platform on Tuesday, allowing customers to pay as they go and taking away the task of deploying and managing the software. Continue Reading
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17 Sep 2020
Analytics in construction has potential to save lives
While minor injuries are on the decline in the construction industry, the rate of fatalities has remained flat, and BI could be a way to bring those numbers down. Continue Reading
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16 Sep 2020
Miscues in 2016 inform presidential polling data in 2020
Polls and predictive analytics models are improved in 2020 after the failure to accurately predict the outcome of the 2016 election, but surprises still may loom. Continue Reading
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11 Sep 2020
New NLP capabilities highlight Qlik Sense update
Enhancements to Insight Advisor, an AI-powered chatbot that helps users make decisions based on their data, are at the core of the latest update from Qlik. Continue Reading
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03 Sep 2020
Alteryx 2020.3 highlighted by one-click data modeling tool
New no-code data modeling and new text mining capabilities are featured in the latest platform update from Alteryx, which the vendor unveiled for general availability on Sept. 1. Continue Reading
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02 Sep 2020
New AI, data management features highlight ThoughtSpot 6.2
The latest version of ThoughtSpot's platform features new capabilities fueled by AI and machine learning along with new data management tools. Continue Reading
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01 Sep 2020
Gender bias in tech an issue at conferences
Tech conferences may seem like welcoming environments, but a study from IT services vendor Ensono reveals their structure can make women feel like outsiders. Continue Reading
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26 Aug 2020
Tableau doesn't confirm layoffs after Salesforce downsizing
Tableau on Wednesday declined to confirm if its employees were affected by layoffs at Salesforce, the BI and analytics vendor's parent company. Continue Reading
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26 Aug 2020
Analytics startup Grid raises $12 million in funding
Armed with $12 million in Series A venture capital financing led by New Enterprise Associates, BI startup Grid is in position to take its platform to market. Continue Reading
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24 Aug 2020
The 5-step process for finding data science leader unicorns
Companies continue to struggle to effectively hire for their data science teams, but Gaurav Anand says that a hybrid solution that considers tech and business knowledge might work. Continue Reading
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21 Aug 2020
Customer location data leads to deeper level of insight
Behavioral analytics tell more about a person's true self than consumer data, according to Gravy Analytics CEO Jeff White, and are therefore key to data-driven decisions. Continue Reading
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19 Aug 2020
Comparing business intelligence vs. business analytics
Business intelligence with descriptive analytics gives a better understanding of your current operations, while business analytics aims to inform future decisions. Continue Reading
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19 Aug 2020
New Qubole Pipelines Service targets streaming data
Data lake vendor Qubole unveiled a data pipeline service, a new tool designed to enable organizations to manage their increasing amounts of streaming data. Continue Reading
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18 Aug 2020
Success of self-service BI depends on solid infrastructure
A clear data governance policy and effective training are critical to enabling self-service analytics users to make data-driven decisions for their organizations. Continue Reading
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17 Aug 2020
Data scientist vs. data analyst: Comparing the 2 data roles
The differences can be subtle, but in general, a data scientist has more responsibilities and a more advanced background than analyst counterparts. Continue Reading
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14 Aug 2020
'Data for good' movement spurs action in fight for causes
Though often associated with financial analysis, analytics is being used to aid nonprofit organizations in their fight for causes that improve society as well. Continue Reading
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12 Aug 2020
Tableau 2020.3 highlighted by new data prep capabilities
A new data preparation tool and enhanced predictive modeling capabilities highlight analytics software vendor Tableau's third-quarter platform update. Continue Reading
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12 Aug 2020
Importance of analytics heightened by COVID-19 pandemic
Business intelligence is needed when times are bad, and it's the organizations who have created a data-driven culture that are best poised to thrive amid the COVID-19 crisis. Continue Reading
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10 Aug 2020
Baseball's Twins deploy Databricks to improve analytics power
With the amount of data used to make player personnel decisions in baseball growing exponentially, the Minnesota Twins began using Databricks to improve their modeling capabilities. Continue Reading
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06 Aug 2020
Maine state government modernizes with Oracle Analytics
Hampered by siloed data and a data warehouse constructed 25 years ago, Maine's state government used tools from Oracle to break down data barriers and improve BI capabilities. Continue Reading
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06 Aug 2020
TigerGraph adds cloud support, helps standardize graph coding
With democratization of graph databases in mind, TigerGraph recently added support for Microsoft Azure and took steps to help standardize graph query language. Continue Reading
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06 Aug 2020
Looker, Google unveil first collaboration since acquisition
Six months after Google's acquisition of Looker finally closed, the two unveiled their first collaboration during Google Cloud's virtual user conference. Continue Reading
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23 Jul 2020
AI, UX and embedded features all pillars of Power BI platform
As Microsoft adds new features to Power BI, augmented intelligence and embedded analytics will continue to be a focus, Microsoft revealed during its Inspire user conference. Continue Reading
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23 Jul 2020
Alteryx ADAPT a program for laid-off workers, recent grads
Alteryx is offering a free training program in data science to help people whose jobs have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as new graduates entering the workforce. Continue Reading
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21 Jul 2020
ThoughtSpot, VoiceBase partner to provide complementary tools
The complementary capabilities of ThoughtSpot's BI platform and VoiceBase's speech analytics tools can now be combined due to a new strategic partnership between the vendors. Continue Reading
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17 Jul 2020
Prescriptive analytics in healthcare finds use amidst pandemic
Prescriptive analytics can provide organizations with actionable plans based on their gathered data and assist during a pandemic as well as in a post-pandemic world. Continue Reading
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16 Jul 2020
Implementing an analytics business plan requires commitment
To get the most out of a data analytics business plan, companies must have clear goals and communication, as well as proper buy-in companywide. Continue Reading
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15 Jul 2020
Howard Dresner talks current trends in analytics
In an interview on the state of business intelligence, longtime analyst Howard Dresner said cloud migration and AI features like natural language processing remain major trends. Continue Reading
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15 Jul 2020
Alteryx continues focus on ease of use in analytics platform
Ease of use is an ongoing focal point for Alteryx, which recently rebranded its suite of tools the Alteryx APA (Analytic Process Automation) Platform. Continue Reading
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13 Jul 2020
Geospatial data a means for deeper understanding
A presentation during Oracle's virtual user conference showed not only the value of spatial data but how it can be used with the vendor's tools. Continue Reading
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09 Jul 2020
Tellius introduces SaaS version of its analytics platform
Tellius, an analytics startup whose platform is built on AI and machine learning, introduced a SaaS version of its tools to help customers reduce costs. Continue Reading
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08 Jul 2020
Information Builders rebranded IBI, updates analytics suite
Newly rebranded as IBI, the former Information Builders unveiled new features at its user conference in late June centered on AI and the cloud along with its new name. Continue Reading
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07 Jul 2020
Sisu adds new ways of answering 'Why?' to analytics platform
BI vendor Sisu on Tuesday revealed its second update since emerging from stealth in late 2019 featuring new tools aimed at quickly identifying why changes occur in data sets. Continue Reading
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02 Jul 2020
More AI, ease of use will shape Sisense analytics platform
After spending three years at Alteryx most recently, Ashley Kramer is now Sisense's new chief product officer. In an interview, she discusses her vision for the vendor's platform. Continue Reading
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01 Jul 2020
Lack of data literacy still a problem for many organizations
Organizations' lack of confidence in their ability to understand and use data to make decisions blocks their efforts to become data-driven. Continue Reading
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01 Jul 2020
Developer tools a key part of Yellowfin analytics platform
With embedded analytics as a central tenet, Yellowfin continues to focus on application developers by giving them new tools and updating existing ones in its platform updates. Continue Reading
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25 Jun 2020
Concept of 'active intelligence' fuels Qlik's product roadmap
Qlik said augmented intelligence features and embedded BI will feature prominently in future updates, which are expected to include capabilities such as data integration. Continue Reading
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23 Jun 2020
2020 analytics trends slowed by COVID-19 pandemic
The priorities of organizations have changed due to COVID-19, and with that Qlik's Dan Sommer says the evolution of expected BI trends has been temporarily delayed. Continue Reading
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23 Jun 2020
Collibra unveils Data Intelligence Cloud at user conference
Data management vendor Collibra rolled out its new data intelligence platform featuring four new tools on Tuesday during Data Citizens '20, the vendor's virtual user conference. Continue Reading
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18 Jun 2020
SAS analytics platform used to fight opioid epidemic
As the opioid epidemic rages on, SAS has developed tools to help the healthcare and law enforcement agencies involved in the fight against opioid addiction. Continue Reading
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16 Jun 2020
SAS Viya gets architectural overhaul in latest update
SAS Viya 4, which SAS unveiled Tuesday during its virtual user conference, represents a total redesign of the platform to make it fully cloud-native. Continue Reading
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15 Jun 2020
SAS, Microsoft unveil new technology, go-to-market partnership
SAS revealed an enhanced product and marketing partnership agreement with Microsoft the day before the analytics vendor's user conference. Microsoft will be SAS' preferred cloud provider. Continue Reading
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12 Jun 2020
Data drives the decisions behind making movies
From the moment a script is submitted to the time a movie is released, analytics drive just about every decision made during the making of a feature film. Continue Reading
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12 Jun 2020
Survey finds BI and data analytics more important in pandemic
Respondents to a Sisense survey say they're relying on data analytics even more now than they were before the COVID-19 pandemic, with small businesses taking the lead. Continue Reading
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10 Jun 2020
Logi Analytics unveils new platform for developers
With ease of use and customization capabilities in mind, Logi unveiled Logi Composer, a new platform for developing embedded applications. Continue Reading
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09 Jun 2020
Snowflake files for IPO after months of speculation
Cloud data warehouse vendor Snowflake took a major step toward going public on Tuesday, filing an initial public stock offering with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Continue Reading
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09 Jun 2020
Uplevel targets software engineering efficiency amid pandemic
Uplevel, a startup analytics vendor whose platform aims to aid engineering efficiency, rolled out three new tools on Tuesday to assist developers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading
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08 Jun 2020
Microsoft integration adds more AI to Tibco analytics suite
Tibco continues to invest in augmented intelligence and machine learning capabilities, recently adding an integration with Microsoft Azure Cognitive Services aimed at developers. Continue Reading
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04 Jun 2020
2020 census data collection being affected by COVID-19
The COVID-19 crisis could hurt the 2020 census by making it impossible for the Census Bureau to collect data by going door-to-door. Continue Reading
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28 May 2020
U.K. agency uses Oracle analytics to ID annual savings
Mandated to reduce spending by a billion pounds over five years, a U.K. health agency that supports the national healthcare system used Oracle's BI platform to make it happen. Continue Reading
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27 May 2020
Analytics critical to decisions about how to return to work
Data plays a critical role in the decisions organizations make as they bring employees back to work, for both increasing production and managing their physical space. Continue Reading
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22 May 2020
HR use case shows value of Oracle Analytics Cloud
A use case presented during Oracle Analytics' virtual user conference shows how the vendor's platform can bring value to an organization thanks to its usability. Continue Reading
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20 May 2020
Sisense helps Soft Stuff pivot business during pandemic
Soft Stuff, a wholesale distributor of gourmet foods, was able to change its business strategy amid the COVID-19 crisis, thanks to its use of Sisense's analytics platform. Continue Reading
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19 May 2020
COVID-19 crisis reveals need for better healthcare analytics
The need for better analytics in the healthcare industry is being demonstrated during the COVID-19 crisis. SAS analytics users discussed the problem at the vendor's virtual conference. Continue Reading
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15 May 2020
Looker analytics platform adding app development capability
Amid its integration into the Google Cloud Platform portfolio, Looker continues to focus on adding new embedded BI tools and creating new features for application developers. Continue Reading
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12 May 2020
Sigma Computing brings in new CEO
Startup BI vendor Sigma Computing has hired Mike Palmer to take over as CEO and allow co-founders Rob Woollen and Jason Frantz to focus on product innovation. Continue Reading
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11 May 2020
Latest Power BI update focuses on ease of use
Featuring new natural language generation and data modeling capabilities, the latest Power BI platform upgrade aims to help organizations develop a data-driven culture. Continue Reading
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08 May 2020
Domo analytics tool helps Utah deal with COVID-19 crisis
The state of Utah, along with Iowa and Nebraska, is using the COVID-19 Crisis Command Center developed by Domo to inform its decisions during the coronavirus pandemic. Continue Reading
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07 May 2020
New no-code data modeling prowess added to Tableau platform
Tableau 2020.2, the latest update from Tableau, features enhanced no-code data modeling capabilities and a mobile-first tool to view key performance indicators in a single location. Continue Reading
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05 May 2020
Employees empowered to make data-driven decisions spur growth
A new report from ThoughtSpot and the Harvard Business Review finds that organizations empowering front-line employees to make analytic decisions poised to outperform their competitors. Continue Reading
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01 May 2020
AtScale 2020.2 adds new self-service, cloud capabilities
The latest platform update from AtScale features new self-service analytics tools and the ability to run natively on the platforms of all three major cloud service providers. Continue Reading
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28 Apr 2020
Sigma Computing adds new no-code tools to analytics platform
Sigma Computing added a no-code data modeling tool to its suite along with prebuilt dashboard templates aimed at introducing new users to business intelligence. Continue Reading
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24 Apr 2020
Cleveland Clinic's COVID-19 strategy driven by data modeling
Cleveland Clinic is using data models developed in concert with analytics software vendor SAS to prepare for a potential surge in patients due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading
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22 Apr 2020
Tamr launches Data Can Help to reduce supply chain risk
Data Can Help is a new data curation service from Tamr designed to assist enterprises deal with the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Continue Reading
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20 Apr 2020
NLQ, developer tools highlight Sisense BI platform update
The latest update from Sisense features a new natural language query tool built on graph technology and a hub for low-code/no-code embedded application development. Continue Reading
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20 Apr 2020
Toilet paper supply data reveals no shortage during pandemic
Stores can't seem to keep toilet paper in stock during the COVID-19 crisis, but data from a paper industry analytics system shows there isn't actually a two-ply supply issue. Continue Reading
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16 Apr 2020
New cloud features highlight Qlik analytics platform update
Enhanced SaaS capabilities and tools to help customers migrate their analytics operations to the cloud highlight the latest platform update from Qlik. Continue Reading
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15 Apr 2020
Atrium offering combines powers of Salesforce and Tableau
A new offering from the Atrium consultancy hints at how Salesforce's Einstein Analytics and Tableau may complement each other now that Salesforce has acquired Tableau. Continue Reading
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13 Apr 2020
Economic slowdown due to COVID-19 leads to Domo layoffs
With the economy suffering as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, BI vendor Domo laid off part of its staff on April 9. Domo has failed to turn a profit since being founded in 2010. Continue Reading
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10 Apr 2020
Self-service analytics spurs GoodData BI platform overhaul
GoodData is in the process of redesigning its entire business intelligence platform to make it more accessible to self-service and citizen data scientist users. Continue Reading
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09 Apr 2020
OmniSci analytics tools to come embedded in HP workstations
Under the terms of an agreement between OmniSci and HP revealed on Thursday, OmniSci's BI platform will come as a preloaded component on HP's Z8 line of workstations. Continue Reading