Smart Data Collective

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Last year, global businesses spent over $271 billion on big data. Developing an IT Budget is Crucial for Data-Driven Businesses As big data technology leaps lightyears ahead , different industries are jumping on the wagon. It doesn’t matter if you own a manufacturing business, an ecommerce, or a retail shop, you have IT needs.

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Analysts Corner

MAY 8, 2023

These are the ones you can target first, no doubt the list is endless Photo by Dan Cristian Pădureț on Unsplash When I completed my training, I was quite confident with the theoretical knowledge that I got, but what I left with was this huge list of tools that a business analyst can use. I didn’t want to waste my time and effort.

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Smart Data Collective

MAY 17, 2023

Marketing is a mix of technology and human-based interactions, with customer support being the most important part of the advertisement and promotion process. Here comes AI technology, whose programmable system is capable of automating these tasks regarding the stage in the marketing process, be it data analysis or campaign personalisation.

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Timo Elliott

MAY 16, 2023

But of course the the latest technology changes mean new business opportunities, and the main SAP AI product page has been updated to include new AI application examples and messaging. So why would you be interested in using SAP’s Business AI technology? A lot of this is already taken for granted because “it just works”.

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Analysts Corner

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

A few words on Business Analytics Business analytics is a rapidly growing field that offers tremendous opportunities for individuals seeking a challenging and rewarding career. If you’re interested in starting a career in business analytics, this beginner’s guide will provide you with the essential information you need to get started.

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Smart Data Collective

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Here, we’re going to look at four unranked entry-level information security certificate courses for people wanting to get a jump start in the field. Acquiring the SASE expert certification course from Cato networks is a wonderful strategy to get your SASE skills recognized as a data security expert.

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Smart Data Collective

OCTOBER 3, 2022

More companies than ever are leveraging the cloud to boost productivity, improve customer service strategies and streamline the research and development process. A report by Flexera shows that 57% of all businesses have migrated their work to the cloud as of 2020. Generally, a business that nurtures productivity achieves its goals.

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Analysts Corner

JANUARY 29, 2024

Navigating the complexities of roles in product development, especially understanding the distinct functions of a Product Owner (PO) and a Business Analyst (BA), can be challenging. Business Analysis is the practice of enabling change by defining needs and recommending the most valuable solution for the stakeholders in a specific context.

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Smart Data Collective

AUGUST 26, 2022

You can automate your tax compliance process by using sophisticated AI-driven software. Running a business consists of many aspects – creating innovative strategies, acquiring new customers, paying employees, and much more. In this hassle, many business owners often overlook a critical part of managing a business – taxes.

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Smart Data Collective

AUGUST 31, 2022

Cloud technology is changing the future of business in many different ways. One of the many benefits of cloud technology pertains to human resource management. In order to appreciate the benefits of using the cloud for HR management, it is necessary to understand the importance of human resource management in general.

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Analysts Corner

JANUARY 9, 2024

Once the BA, whose course I attended to get the certification, told us — the worst, you’ll ruin the project but as a result you’ll get an experience. Remember that managers, developers, QAs and even the client are all your partners. You’re not a developer, you don’t own the business, and you may lack domain knowledge.

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Smart Data Collective

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Many companies are going to have to revamp their entire business models in order to deal with the new technological changes brought on by advances in the IoT. The IoT is Changing the Nature of Business. However, it is having some very real implications in the world of business. The IoT has been a buzzword for many people.

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Smart Data Collective

JULY 4, 2022

While numerous businesses were affected by COVID-19, the eLearning industry grew significantly and demonstrated significant promise for technological advancement. Organizations, educational institutions, and non-profit groups are now adopting online learning, usually delivered via a learning management system, or LMS.

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Analysts Corner

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Tech: integrated knowledge bases, machine learning tips, and a guide to git for a business analyst. The business analyst (BA) typically is the point person who has to forge this collaborative partnership. > by Karl Wiegers Ten signs that management doesn’t merely “support” requirements process improvements.

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Analysts Corner

JANUARY 13, 2023

Back to the Basics Photo by Element5 Digital on Unsplash As a business analyst , I often get questions from young professionals on LinkedIn about breaking into the field. But 8 out of 10 times, they actually are looking for advice on breaking into business analytics. Today, I want to tell you about “business analysis.”

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Analysts Corner

OCTOBER 31, 2023

For example: Governmental : aiming for integrated control of business and citizen taxes. Commercial : Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems that integrate customer data and preferences to identify greater business opportunities in personalized campaigns and actions. This is not a good strategy.

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The BAWorld

MARCH 13, 2024

Business analysis is a critical cornerstone for organizational success, helping companies identify issues, formulate solutions, and optimize operations. With a diverse toolkit of techniques and strategies at their disposal, business analysts can truly shine. Ready to optimize your business processes?

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Smart Data Collective

MARCH 28, 2022

All the processes and techniques used in data analytics can be automated into algorithms that work on raw data. Businesses can use it to optimize their performance. Businesses are using sophisticated data analytics solutions with AI capabilities to make advantageous decisions and help discern opportunities and market trends.

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Smart Data Collective

MARCH 27, 2023

billion on AI in 2021 , but small businesses may spend even more on AI-driven financial management software. Banks and other financial institutions are combining AI with other technologies to transform their business models. The dashboard streamlined their business trading and procurement process.

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Astera

APRIL 23, 2024

Effective data management frameworks ensure that data across the institution is accurate, consistent, and used in alignment with internal policies and external regulations. By processing information from diverse data sources, universities can gain a holistic view that informs targeted, effective strategies.

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Analysts Corner

JULY 3, 2023

Image by KamranAydinov on Freepik Starting a new project as a business analyst Starting a new project as a business analyst can be daunting. Gain domain knowledge If you are new to the business domain, attempt to read and learn as much as possible about the domain. And, of course, elicit as many requirements as possible.

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Smart Data Collective

DECEMBER 17, 2020

Rather, as software companies craft new employee experience (EX) platforms designed around communication, data management, and feedback collection, businesses now have access to the perfect tools. If your business is ready to start collecting and acting on EX insights, the best place to start is with these 4 metrics.

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Smart Data Collective

APRIL 2, 2023

Data processing specialists who have at least some experience turning raw numbers into actual insights might soon find a number of careers open to them. The Development of New Algorithms Traditionally, most new mathematical processes were developed by collegiate computer scientists working in an academic setting.

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Smart Data Collective

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

The impact of the pandemic and the resulting talent shortages is beginning to force businesses to rely on outsourcing development services more often than in the past. Lonne Jaffe, Managing Director for Insight Partners, writes that the talent shortage has seriously hindered the development of AI technology. Mismatched expectations.

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Leading Agile

MARCH 22, 2024

Companies invest in agile because they think it will help them solve a business problem. But all those have entrenched processes and systems of their own that can’t easily change. Knowing why you’re adopting agile helps you create a business case for its existence and gives you something to anchor your conversations with executives on.

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Smart Data Collective

JULY 23, 2023

Data can feel like an inaccessible word for small businesses. You want to use business intelligence effectively, but you feel that you don’t have the resources at your disposal to do so. As tech continues to progress there are more ways than ever for direct-to-consumer businesses of any size to use numbers to their advantage.

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The BAWorld

MARCH 7, 2024

Getting CBAP certified is one of the high points in every Business analyst’s career. CBAP is the most respected business analysis certification. Disclaimer: This article no way suggests or claims that Satheesh S did any course with Techcanvass. The post How I aced the CBAP exam appeared first on Business Analysis Blog.

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Analysts Corner

MAY 16, 2023

Time management simplified Photo by Aron Visuals on Unsplash So far For those of you who have read my articles here so far, I have written on a broad range of business analysis techniques. I have covered topics such as user stories, use cases, glossary, elicitation, processes, and BPMN. How did this topic come up?

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Timo Elliott

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Everybody wants to innovate faster, to be more agile, to be able to react quickly to changes in today’s uncertain business environments. The future is enabled by technology, but it’s not about the technical infrastructures: it’s about optimizing end-to-end processes, business capabilities, and business ecosystems.

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Smart Data Collective

AUGUST 26, 2021

Needless to say, that process was inefficient and time-consuming. Data analytics uses AI and ML to automate the process of collecting and evaluating weather data to extract relevant insights. Instead, it uses AI-powered algorithms to process weather data and generates real-time weather forecasts. It’s faster and more accurate.

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Smart Data Collective

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Would your business benefit from the use of data analysis? However, smaller businesses may include these duties as just one part of a roster of responsibilities handled by an individual. With an MSP, you can grow your business with improved efficiency to not only keep current customers happy, but to win over new business.

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Smart Data Collective

JANUARY 25, 2023

Modern data is an increasingly overwhelming field, with new information being created and absorbed by businesses every second of the day. Instead of drawing in the sheer speed of production that we’re encountering, many businesses have moved into effective data management strategies.

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ElegantJ BI

APRIL 12, 2022

Key Performance Indicators and Performance Management are Crucial to Business Agility! When a business takes on the task of going from an opinion-based, guessing game environment to a metrics-based, fact-based environment, it must decide WHAT to measure. Business Processes. Work Environment.

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Passionate BA

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Business analysts as thought leaders Hello there! The last time we saw each other, I posted about business analysis resources everybody should follow in 2024. Since then, I have been thinking about the fact that, yes, of course, we know blogs, podcasts, or other resources by their public names. Or BA Times? Change my mind!

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The BAWorld

MARCH 15, 2024

Having the necessary skills is essential for securing desired positions in the field of business analytics in the fast-paced business environment of today. Professionals with the necessary experience are in great demand as businesses continue to use data to inform strategic choices and obtain a competitive edge.

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Cprime

JANUARY 16, 2024

In the first article of this series, Adapt or Fall Behind: Rethinking Enterprise Training Models for Today’s Rapidly Changing Environment , we explored why both employees and organizations need to embrace modern learning techniques for continuous skills development in today’s quickly evolving business environment.

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Smart Data Collective

AUGUST 22, 2021

Big data has been instrumental in the software development process. Software validation by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is a vital step in the oversight process towards ensuring the systems your organization uses when manufacturing and distributing regulated products are of the highest quality.

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