Business Intelligence (BI) stories - Page 174
The prevalence of computers in business (and everywhere) generates enormous quantities of data. Business Intelligence seeks to extract further value from this data (after it has served its immediate purpose, and is shunted off to storage) through analysis and contextualization. If data is described as the ‘new oil’, BI is the derricks tapping the well. BI generally requires uniform data before analysis can take place, with data extracted from source systems and loaded into secondary structures such as ‘data warehouses/lakes’. The analysis outputs are typically sent to managers and executives within the business in the form of reports (or managers are equipped with the tools to create their own reports) assessing performance, providing insights or identifying opportunities.
Big Data - control it, analyse it, make decisions
Tue, 14th Feb 2012
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Data warehouses are evolving from simple storers of information to providers of analysis - what does it mean for your business?.
How a trust can protect your assets
Wed, 8th Feb 2012
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Janet Xuccoa reveals how using a trust effectively can safeguard your assets, spotlighting common pitfalls business owners face.
BI master class on offer in Auckland
Fri, 3rd Feb 2012
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Opportunity knocks for NZ's data pros! Master class w/ BI leaders in Auckland, 26-27 March. Network and learn at a premier event. #DataIntelligence.
Apple 'tests' recruits on fake projects
Tue, 31st Jan 2012
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A new book reveals that Apple assigns fake projects to new recruits to test their loyalty and secrecy before trusting them with real work.
Key exporter chooses Microsoft business intelligence
Mon, 23rd Jan 2012
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NZ's leading meat exporter, Silver Fern Farms, taps Microsoft BI to innovate from 'Plate to Pasture', streamlining strategic insights.
Facebook to go public this autumn?
Tue, 29th Nov 2011
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Facebook might go public as soon as this autumn, with a potential IPO valuing the company over $100bn, reports the Wall Street Journal.
The problem with 'dumb data'
Fri, 25th Nov 2011
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John Brand highlights the shift from 'big data' to 'dumb data' in BI, stressing the need for meaningful integration over mere collection.
It's time to redefine mobility
Thu, 1st Sep 2011
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The need for a rock solid, mobility-enabled network which reaches users no matter where they are, is an investment priority for many organisations.
Google adds speed measurements to analytics
Wed, 11th May 2011
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Google enhances Analytics with Site Speed report, enabling detailed insights into page loading times and factors affecting site performance.
Microsoft BI Summit rolls into town
Wed, 27th Apr 2011
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Free Auckland and Wellington events to cater for business decision makers, IT pros, architects and developers.
Business intelligence market to grow in 2011
Fri, 4th Mar 2011
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Gartner forecasts a 9.7% growth in the business intelligence market to $10.8bn in 2011, driven by demand for smarter decision-making tools.
A Guide to Digital TV
Wed, 2nd Mar 2011
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As New Zealand edges towards digital TV, households must choose between Freeview and SKY by Nov 2013 to keep their screens flickering.
5 enterprise software trends for 2011
Thu, 3rd Feb 2011
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Business intelligence, collaboration, content management, social software and supply chain management will be 2011's major trends, says Gartner.
IBM launches $42 million cloud centre
Thu, 3rd Feb 2011
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Cloud delivery centre opens in Canada to address growing enterprise demand for cost reductions and new technologies.
Remote users in WAN jam
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Enterprises face WAN woes as remote workloads strain networks, prompting a push towards optimisation to improve speed and efficiency.
Websites made just how you like them...courtesy of facebook
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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Have you been surfing the web recently and been surprised to find your Facebook icon displayed on a web page, and a button urging you to 'Become the fan'?.
Top 10: CRM Innovation
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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CRM innovations in 2011 focus on enhancing customer engagement and retention through social media and cloud solutions, driving a revenue-based approach.
Welcome to the “Beyond ERP” era
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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The ERP era as a primary use of IT funds has come to an end. Investments are shifting to differentiation and user productivity says Scott Dawes, Vice.
Microsoft launches Dynamics CRM Online
Tue, 18th Jan 2011
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Microsoft unveils Dynamics CRM Online, enhancing productivity in sales, service and marketing with innovative cloud technology, available globally.
Microsoft pitches for Salesforce, Oracle customers
Fri, 10th Dec 2010
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Open letter and special offer made to lure Salesforce.com and Oracle customers into trying Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online.