Adaptive US
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Project management in data analytics requires more than just coordinating tasks and timelines. It demands a deep understanding of data-driven methodologies and the integration of analytics into every step of the decision-making process. In this guide, we explore how data analysts can manage projects more effectively by using analytics techniques to optimize performance, manage risks, and produce actionable insights.
Astera
OCTOBER 30, 2024
If you’re working in the data space today, you must have felt the wave of artificial intelligence (AI) innovation reshaping how we manage and access information. One of the areas affected is data catalogs, which are no longer simple tools for organizing metadata. They’ve evolved dramatically into powerful, intelligent systems capable of understanding data on a much deeper level.
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Adaptive US
OCTOBER 14, 2024
In an era where businesses are overflowing with data, the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) into business analysis has become a necessity. AI can significantly enhance the six key knowledge areas outlined by the International Institute of Business Analysis (IIBA) in its Business Analysis Body of Knowledge ( BABOK ). These areas provide a framework for effective business analysis, and AI can boost their efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making capabilities.
Analysts Corner
OCTOBER 30, 2024
While machine learning (ML) offers transformative potential for economics and business, applying it effectively in these fields presents unique challenges. Economic and business data are often complex, interdependent, and prone to fluctuations, making it difficult for models to maintain accuracy and relevance over time. Additionally, machine learning models in these fields must balance interpretability with predictive power, as transparency is crucial for decision-making.
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Analysts Corner
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Designed by Freepik The conference room falls silent. The projector hums quietly, displaying yet another requirements document that will likely join thousands of others in the corporate graveyard of unused solutions. Somewhere between “The system shall” and “User acceptance criteria,” we’ve lost sight of what truly matters. Requirements aren’t working anymore.
Dataversity
OCTOBER 14, 2024
A couple of weeks ago, a management consultant I met made an off-the-cuff remark that caught my attention. I was asking them about the ways in which generative AI might impact their business and they shared that clients might not want to pay $50,000 for a slide deck anymore if they disclosed that generative AI […] The post Ask a Data Ethicist: Does Using Generative AI Devalue Professional Work?
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Smart Data Collective
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Data analytics technology can play an important role in growing an ecommerce brand.
Passionate BA
OCTOBER 21, 2024
In this episode of the Passionate Business Analyst podcast, my guest is Kyrylo Bieliavskyi – business analyst from SoftServe – dear friend, fellow blogger, and YouTuber in business analysis ( BadassBA ), and authority in our domain in Ukraine. Kyrylo is an accomplished professional with over 10 years of experience, serving as the Business Analysis Office Director.
InfoQ Articles
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Every company wants fast, reliable, and low-latency services. Achieving these goals requires significant investment and effort. In this article, I will share how Wellhub invested in a multi-region architecture to achieve a low-latency autocomplete service.
Analysts Corner
OCTOBER 15, 2024
In the race to innovate, it’s easy to lose sight of what really matters. The excitement of technology can be both a blessing and a distraction. It is evolving, offering endless possibilities for app development, new features, and user interfaces. But in the midst of this innovation, we often forget a critical factor: the user. No matter how groundbreaking or complex your product may be, if no one needs it, it’s useless.
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Dataversity
OCTOBER 11, 2024
Companies that are data-driven demonstrate improved business performance. McKinsey says that data and analytics can provide EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) increases of up to 25% [1]. According to MIT, digitally mature firms are 26% more profitable than their peers [2]. Forrester research found that organizations using data are three times more […] The post Harnessing Data: From Resource to Asset to Product appeared first on DATAVERSITY.
Analyst Catalyst Blog
OCTOBER 31, 2024
In this article, I share my journey of gaining tech skills through setting goals, self-study, online courses, and mentorship. Discover how anyone with determination and a desire to learn can achieve technical proficiency.
Smart Data Collective
OCTOBER 17, 2024
Mayfair, one of the oldest districts in London, has started showing the benefits of investing in big data for business.
The BAWorld
OCTOBER 10, 2024
SQL is an important skill for every entry level business analyst. In this SQL tutorial for business analysts, you will learn the basics of SQL including database fundamentals, SQL structure and SELECT command. This is a 3-part tutorial series. Introduction to SQL Structured Query Language (SQL) is used to interact with databases. A database is nothing but a software system to store data for later usage.
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Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.
Simplilearn
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Are you ready to take the next step in your quality management career but unsure whether to pursue Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (GB) or Black Belt (BB) certification? Join our exclusive webinar to gain clarity on which certification is right for your professional goals. Whether you're looking to enhance your problem-solving skills with a Green Belt or.
Analysts Corner
OCTOBER 26, 2024
How to Communicate Data Projects Effectively Communicating data projects effectively requires engaging storytelling, a focus on emotional connections, and strategies to overcome common resistance. Source: Mirko Peters with MidJourney and Canva Have you ever walked into a meeting brimming with excitement about a new data project, only to be met with blank stares and crossed arms?
Dataversity
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Imagine you are assigned to extract sales insights from your data. Along with troves of corporate financials together with other market trends, you are also given access to hours of audio and video files of actual sales representatives speaking with customers. How do you process this in Spark? Or, consider another scenario where you work […] The post The Post-Modern Data Stack: Unleash the Power of Foundational Models appeared first on DATAVERSITY.
Analyst Catalyst Blog
OCTOBER 24, 2024
The dedication of IIBA chapters and their leaders is truly inspiring. This Global Business Analysis Day, we’re honouring their incredible achievements. Meet the finalists for this year’s Chapter Awards.
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Smart Data Collective
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Smart crosswalks are one of the latest examples of the ways that AI is making us safer.
Productside
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Productside Stories S2 Ep7: Anna Nuñez In this episode of Productside Stories , host Rina Alexin interviews Anna Nuñez , Growth Manager of Sales at Databricks, to explore how product management and sales teams can collaborate more effectively. Anna dives deep into the importance of open communication between sales and product, actionable ways to streamline customer feedback, and why breaking down silos is essential for business growth.
Simplilearn
OCTOBER 22, 2024
We all know the importance of a project director–the individual responsible for a project’s smooth execution from start to finish. Project directors are in charge of project managers. They ensure that every task is completed on time within scope and budget. Are you a business looking to hire a project director or an individual seeking exciting. Read More.
Analysts Corner
OCTOBER 26, 2024
Similarities and differences between Nimble and the model of the 6 Business Agility Enablers The concept of a Nimble organization is still sometimes compared to the capability of having Business Agility. In a previous article , I compared the Nimble concept to the Business Agility model from the Business Agility Institute (BAI). We have seen that the concepts are different.
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ChatGPT has dominated boardroom conversations for months now. From drafting a stock trading program, to creating a SQL query to model data, there are practically no limits to the applications of the AI language model assistant. At ManageEngine, we have been working on our own AI-assistant, Zia. Zia is a fully-trained analytics assistant that can perform a range of functions such as creating and adding reports to dashboards, providing conversational support to data analysis, insight discovery, bu
Dataversity
OCTOBER 16, 2024
In my previous blog post, I defined data mapping and its importance. Here, I explore how it works, the most popular techniques, and the common challenges that crop up and that teams must overcome to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the mapped data. Data mapping establishes relationships and connections between data elements so we can […] The post Putting Data Mapping to Work appeared first on DATAVERSITY.
Analyst Catalyst Blog
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Join us on November 1 for a 24-hour virtual celebration of Global Business Analysis Day, where professionals from around the world will share insights, stories, and innovations under the theme Analysis Everywhere!
Smart Data Collective
OCTOBER 20, 2024
AI can be great for creating powerful videos, so you should look for an agency that knows how to use it effectively.
Astera
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Your docs are a lot like your family—not in the corporate jargony “we are a family” way, but more in the “can’t live with them, can’t live without them” way. Yes, these docs are crucial in more ways than one, but teams that regularly work with them know that the time they spend searching for, cleansing, and prepping their docs can be better utilized elsewhere.
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Simplilearn
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Curious about the evolving role of AI in design? As AI-driven technologies reshape industries, a new role is emerging in the design world: the AI UI/UX Designer. Join us for an insightful webinar that explores this exciting, future-proof career path. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, this session will provide key insights into.
Tim Mitchell
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Most of us who work with data have, at least a few times, been presented with a challenge to explore and attempt to make sense of a poorly-defined set of data. Often it’s a collection of text files or Excel documents without any context or documentation. In other cases, it’s a database with no data map or metadata to help. The post T-SQL Tuesday #179: What’s In Your Data Detective Toolkit?
Dataversity
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Organizations invest considerable resources into collecting customer data to build digital footprints and profiles for enhancing the customer experience (CX). Previous technologies and toolsets limited businesses to simple, structured data, which included mainly transactional information as well as customer and call center conversations. Then, they would use a solution like sentiment analysis to determine if […] The post Best Practices for Getting Company Data Ecosystems AI-ready appeared
Analyst Catalyst Blog
OCTOBER 17, 2024
In this article, I discuss how you can incorporate successful sales practices into your business analysis toolkit with the help of two use cases.
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This article focuses on my experience starting as a customer service representative and working myself up to become a lead analyst in my organization. I did not start with many special skills or talents but I wanted to reflect on what did help me.
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