Get with the Program! Data and BI Democratization IS Crucial! A few months ago, I was talking to a friend (someone who has worked, for years, in the IT industry) and happened to mention data democratization. In this age of … Continued
One of the most common excuses used to avoid data democratization and self-serve augmented data discovery is that the organization cannot guarantee data integrity and that, if business users have access to dated, incorrect or incomplete data, the resulting decisions … Continued
Achieve Data Democratization with the Right Self-Serve BI Tool Data democratization does not involve the process of diversifying data so that there is something for everyone. It involves the democratization of meaningful ACCESS to data! If you don’t think your … Continued
The business intelligence software market is growing rapidly around the world, and with good reason. Business owners and managers are well aware of the importance of fact-driven, performance-driven business decisions and results. But, there is one thing that many businesses … Continued
Here’s to BI Independence and Data Democratization A few months ago, I established my own Declaration of Independence! Not the political kind, mind you, but rather the technical kind. As you know, I spend a lot of time writing about … Continued
Like every other type of business application today, Business Intelligence Solutions must be mobile in order to meet the demands of the user base. Every business must recognize the reality of the mobile society in which we live and, whether … Continued
Don’t Be Intimidated! Citizen Data Scientists Don’t Need Rocket Science! When you take on the mantle of Citizen Data Scientist, there is a lot to process! Much of the reason business users feel overwhelmed at the idea of the Citizen … Continued
Social Business Intelligence Creates a Business User Community! Everyone over the age of five knows about social networks and social media. No matter which platform you prefer and how you choose to share your thoughts and ideas, you are no … Continued
If You Are a Newly Minted Citizen Data Scientist, You Don’t Have to Do it Alone! As a newly minted Citizen Data Scientist, you may feel overwhelmed and uncertain how to proceed. As with any other transition and new responsibility, … Continued
One of the most valuable aspects of self-serve business intelligence is the opportunity it provides for data and analytical sharing among business users within the organization. When business users adopt true self-serve BI tools like Plug n’ Play Predictive Analysis, Smart Data … Continued