Analyst Catalyst Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Using an agile approach, business analysis professionals can transform scope creep into an opportunity for growth and improvement.

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Leading Agile

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

When it comes to enterprise software development, there’s an unsettling trend that many executive-level leaders are all too familiar with—the increasing brittleness and complexity of their software systems. Despite decades of advancements in technology, many organizations find themselves grappling with the same fundamental issues that have plagued the industry for years.

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Smart Data Collective

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Data-driven decision-making is becoming more important, which means that companies need to share data with their partners more easily.

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Dataversity

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

In recent years, the frequency and sophistication of cyberattacks have surged, presenting a formidable challenge to organizations worldwide. The proliferation of interconnected devices, growing dependency on cloud services, and the shift to remote work have introduced new vulnerabilities, creating more opportunities for cybercriminals to exploit. My company’s 2024 Data Protection Trends report revealed that 75% of organizations experience […] The post Understanding the Importance of Data R

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

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BA Times

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

In today’s fast-paced business environment, artificial intelligence (AI) is often heralded as a panacea for a wide range of organizational challenges. Whether it’s optimizing supply chains, improving customer service, or enhancing decision-making processes, AI promises to revolutionize how businesses operate. However, as any seasoned project manager or business analyst knows, the reality is far more […] The post The Mirage of AI as a Cure-All: How to Ground Executive Enthusiasm

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Dataversity

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

You want to implement data democratization, so you deployed all the new tooling and data infrastructure. You have a data catalog to manage metadata and ensure data lineage and a data marketplace to enable data discovery and self-service analytics. You’ve invested in the latest technologies to enable full self-service operation. The data management architecture you […] The post It’s Not the Tools, It’s the Culture: How to Roll Out Data Democratization appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Simplilearn

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In this fast-paced world of SEO, staying ahead of the competition is important. You need to start leveraging tools that can give you this competitive edge, and one of these tools is ChatGPT which has gained a lot of popularity lately. ChatGPT can generate human-like text and has opened up new possibilities for content creation and SEO strategies. I.

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BA Times

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Where I live, every year residents receive two water bills. One is for the fresh (tap) water supply, the other is for wastewater and maintenance of sewers. The wastewater bill is a standard tariff, and I guess most people have automatic monthly payment set up. It’s the kind of thing you “set and forget about”. […] The post User Stories Without Users: The Pitfalls of Assumption-Driven Design appeared first on Business Analyst Articles, Webinars, Templates, Jobs.

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Smart Data Collective

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Powershell can be a great tool for web scraping, which data-driven businesses should take advantage of.

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Analyst Catalyst Blog

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

In early July, the IIBA Belarus Chapter hosted its third BA Coffee Club meeting in Minsk to explore strategies for landing a job as a business analysis professional.

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Simplilearn

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

With the rise of artificial intelligence and machine learning developing a model that can be generalized and used across various tasks and domains sounds like a major breakthrough. And one such technique that has gained prominence in the recent years is transfer learning. Transfer learning enables machine learning models to use their knowledge gain.

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Dataversity

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

In the rapidly changing world of financial technology (fintech), fraud is a developing area seething with vigor. Digital banking and online financial services are booming every day, bringing with them new techniques for thieves to ply their trade – not ones that can be easily dismissed. Fintech firms must now relentlessly deploy data and artificial intelligence […] The post How Data Is Used in Fraud Detection Techniques in Fintech Business appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Analysts Corner

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Delays in certain tasks can delay an entire project. I make sure that I’m not blocking progress if my task is on the critical path.

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Passionate BA

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

About the video Hey everyone, in today’s video , we’re diving deep into the key differences between a Business Analyst vs Data Analyst. With so many videos on this topic, you might wonder why make another one. Well, I bring a unique perspective that no one else does—having spent 12 years growing from a Business Analyst trainee to Lead of Practice and playing a pivotal role in building a data analysis department from the ground up.

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SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Generative AI is quickly becoming a major force in technology, changing the way we work and solve problems. Unlike traditional AI, which relies on set rules, generative AI can create new content, ideas, and solutions on its own. This makes it a valuable tool for businesses and individuals looking to enhance their productivity and creativity. In thi.

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Dataversity

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Data is the fuel that keeps the engine of any organization running efficiently. Its growing importance is becoming a frequent topic of conversation in boardrooms and strategy meetings. Companies increasingly know the need to protect their sensitive information and continue investing heavily in cybersecurity measures. However, this approach has a critical oversight: The assumption that […] The post The Role of Data Security in Protecting Sensitive Information Across Verticals appeared first

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InfoQ Articles

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Running, composing, and debugging distributed applications on the local developer machine can be difficult, error-prone, and time-intensive. Those daily tasks could be dramatically simplified thanks to.NET Aspire. In this article, we will quickly dive into.NET Aspire and illustrate how you can orchestrate next-generation distributed applications. By Thorsten Hans.

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Tableau

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Spencer Czapiewski September 12, 2024 - 8:38pm Karen Madera Senior Manager, Product Marketing, Tableau We’re in the midst of an autonomous revolution that’s reshaping the way businesses use data to gain a competitive edge, delight customers, and engage employees. However, data and insights are trapped in data lakehouses, warehouses, and business intelligence tools—siloed from the applications where people are working.

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Generative AI is transforming how we interact with technology, enabling machines to create human-like text, images, music, and more. Generative AI models can produce new content that closely mirrors human creativity by leveraging vast amounts of data. These models are increasingly used across industries, from healthcare and entertainment to co. Read More.

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Dataversity

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

There’s a movement underway to capture an increasing amount of data about employees – from facial recognition or fingerprint systems used for tracking time and attendance, to systems that monitor your every keystroke. All of these invasive data collection technologies raise this question: What should be the limits of biometric data collection in the workplace?

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InfoQ Articles

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Dynamic IT professional with a proven track record in optimizing production processes and analyzing outages in complex systems handling millions of TPS. The recent CrowdStrike outage highlights the importance of continuous improvement and adherence to best practices. Passionate about elevating operational excellence through strategic reviews and effective process enhancements.

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Phocas

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

They rule the numbers and hold the keys to the data kingdom yet many finance professionals across industries – from healthcare to agriculture – still rely on spreadsheets and manual processes for reporting and analyzing financial performance according to a new survey supported by Phocas software.

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Simplilearn

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Diffusion models are increasingly recognized for their ability to generate new and detailed content, making them a significant development in machine learning. Their growing importance is driven by advancements in technology, including the availability of larger image datasets and improved computing power. In this article, we’ll explain what diff. Read More.

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Dataversity

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Building custom generative AI (GenAI) technology solutions is the best way to gain a competitive edge by leveraging GenAI tools and services tailored to your business. On the other hand, building GenAI models from scratch is a costly and complicated endeavor – which is why many businesses instead settle for a genAI strategy wherein they […] The post Answering the Build vs.

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Christian Steven

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Automating Tableau reports saves time, reduces errors, and boosts efficiency by streamlining the reporting process, allowing employees to focus on strategic tasks.

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Adaptive US

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Understanding data modeling is crucial for effective analysis and decision-making in today's fast-paced business environment. Integrating frameworks like BABOK into a structured curriculum can empower teams to enhance their data management practices, leading to sharper business intelligence insights. Tools such as NumPy facilitate sophisticated data analysis , enabling organizations to harness their data more effectively.

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Simplilearn

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

As AI and natural language processing (NLP) continue to grow, LangChain is becoming a key tool in how we communicate with technology. This language model makes it easier for machines to understand and respond in a more human-like way, helping bridge the gap between complex AI systems and everyday language. In this article, we will explore what is L.

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Tableau

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Spencer Czapiewski September 11, 2024 - 7:45pm Madeline Lee Product Manager, Technology Partners Empowering teams to make data-driven decisions quickly and collaboratively is no longer optional—it's necessary for business success. At Tableau Conference, we reaffirmed our commitment to helping everyone see, understand, and act on data, and our desire to bring data and analytics to everyone, everywhere.

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Modern Analyst

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

I don’t know if you are, but I am a very visual person. When I see a diagram or process flow it helps me understand concepts quicker than reading it solely in text. I have found that my mind just works that way and I tend to always make pictures when I am breaking down something complex or trying to understand a concept. I have found I even document my personal and professional goals visually and I do that through mind mapping.

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