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Business Intelligence (BI) stories - Page 102

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.
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Pure Storage adds new capabilities to unstructured storage software
Tue, 5th May 2020
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The latest updates to FlashBlade enable real-time performance that prioritise application workflows, replacing legacy systems.
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IT stalwart creates Treaty guidelines for use of AI & data about Māori
Tue, 5th May 2020
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Māori IT expert Karaitiana Taiuru has launched new Treaty-based guidelines to tackle AI bias and safeguard Māori data, urging ethical tech development.
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Nutanix supports partners with financial assistance programme
Tue, 5th May 2020
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Nutanix has unveiled details of its finanical assistance programme for its partners to help them get through the COVID-19 crisis.
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SAS launches free COVID-19 Data Analytics Resource Hub
Thu, 30th Apr 2020
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SAS launches COVID-19 Data Analytics Resource Hub offering free resources including data, analytics and learning tools.
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Only 8% of CFOs are factoring in a 'second wave' of COVID-19 into plans
Tue, 28th Apr 2020
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Only 8% of CFOs are planning for a potential 'second wave' of COVID-19, research from Gartner reveals, sparking concerns about economic preparedness.
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SAS launches new analytics courses for ANZ universities
Tue, 28th Apr 2020
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Organisations are seeking well-trained analyst graduates to help businesses gain value from their ever-increasing data volumes.
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Qlik appoints new country manager for ANZ region
Tue, 28th Apr 2020
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Paul Leahy has been appointed as Qlik's new country manager for Australia and New Zealand, leveraging over 25 years of industry experience.
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Banking and finance – the content conundrum in a post-Commission world
Mon, 27th Apr 2020
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By cutting out the silos and shadow systems, financial organisations can increase operational efficiency and governance.
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Snowflake secures data deal with WA's Vix Technology
Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
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Western Australian company Vix Technology has entered into a business agreement with cloud data platform Snowflake to crunch real-time data.
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Embracing zero trust for IoT and OT: a fundamental mind shift
Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
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Remote working has become common practice, but it brings new security challenges. Forescout outlines four considerations for a zero trust architecture.
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OpenText boosts cloud capabilities with new update
Wed, 22nd Apr 2020
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OpenText enhances its cloud offerings with CE 20.2, featuring improved security, AI-powered analytics, and flexible cloud deployment options for businesses.
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Entel AI and DataRobot use AI to fight forest fires
Wed, 22nd Apr 2020
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Entel AI and DataRobot join forces to combat forest fires in Chile using innovative AI technology, predicting fires 12 minutes sooner than previous methods.
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NICE inContact expands access workforce engagement solution
Tue, 21st Apr 2020
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NICE inContact is offering its CXone@home solution for free for 60 days, providing workforce engagement and optimisation capabilities for remote workers.
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CorPlan develops forecasting tool to eliminate 'spreadsheet hell' & support stimulus modelling
Tue, 21st Apr 2020
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The solution helps to move organisations away from ‘Excel Hell’ related to budgeting, forecasting, and planning.
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New Relic appoints Qlik alum to regional VP role for ANZ
Fri, 17th Apr 2020
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Sharryn Napier has been named as the new regional vice president for New Relic's Australian and New Zealand division.
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Analyst firm Ecosystm opens up research cache free for use
Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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Analyst research reports, video content, blogs and other features are now available to provide industry leaders with information and analysis on technology.
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Theta to provide SentryOne services and support to APAC
Wed, 15th Apr 2020
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As well as serving as an authorised reseller partner, Theta will be providing added technical support to the region.
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Improving contact centre performance during times of peak demand
Mon, 13th Apr 2020
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As virus-related uncertainty spreads, financial firms face surging calls to contact centres. Enhancing efficiency is vital to maintaining customer satisfaction.
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SAS makes analytics, programming & IT courses freely available
Fri, 10th Apr 2020
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SAS has released free online learning tools to help professionals and students keep their minds active during the global lockdowns caused by COVID-19.
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How AI could be pivotal in Australia’s economic recovery from COVID-19
Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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AI is set to play a pivotal role in Australia’s COVID-19 recovery, aiding in prevention, response, and economic rejuvenation amid the ongoing crisis.