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Business Intelligence (BI) stories - Page 166

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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Trust in mobile apps and services at an all time low
Mon, 11th Jan 2016
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Over a third of consumers are put off by downloading mobile apps due to privacy and security concerns, says MEF's Global Consumer Trust Report.
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Big data: From 'shiny objects' to fundamental value
Mon, 11th Jan 2016
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Big data was a big topic in 2015. So what lies ahead in 2016? MapR boss John Schroeder outlines what he believes will be 2016's five big data trends.
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The three trends set to disrupt software in enterprise
Fri, 18th Dec 2015
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While legacy market participants feel they have the digital assets they need, many lack imagination to spot where the next disruption is coming from.
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Security analytics and intelligence key for 2016
Fri, 18th Dec 2015
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Security intelligence and analytical capabilities will come to the fore in the battle against cybercrime next year.
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Big Data to Small Data, more security attacks on the horizon
Thu, 17th Dec 2015
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Experts warn: A pivot from Big Data could spur more, advanced cyber-attacks in 2016, with businesses bracing for impact.
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Organisations fail to utilise real-time analytics
Thu, 17th Dec 2015
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Real-time streaming analytics is becoming the lifeblood of today's data-driven economy, but there is a gap in understanding how to effectively use it.
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Is big data really the way of the future?
Thu, 17th Dec 2015
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Big data initiatives exceed expectations for 72% of companies, but more work is needed to fully harness its potential, says CompTIA.
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NTT Com launches HK$4 billion data center
Wed, 16th Dec 2015
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NTT Communications has opened the second phase of its Hong Kong Financial Data Center, a HK$4 billion, Tier 4 facility housing more than 7000 racks.
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How to ensure people and data work together effectively
Wed, 16th Dec 2015
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People and data are a powerful combination, but it can be hard to get both right. Effective people management is crucial to the success of data.
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Auckland BI firm partners with Profisee to provide better data management
Tue, 15th Dec 2015
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Mettle Consulting has secured the rights to Profisee’s Master Data Maestro suite, and is the first New Zealand consultancy to do so.
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IT spending to lift investment in big data analytics
Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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A rising tide of IT spending will continue to lift investment in big data analytics, according to industry analysts Ovum.
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Preventing advanced threat breaches is nothing more than a fantasy
Mon, 14th Dec 2015
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Claims to stop cyber threats - just a fantasy, as 2015's breaches reveal a stark gap in defence tactics and tech efficacy, says RSA president.
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Predictive analytics: Underrated and underutilised
Fri, 11th Dec 2015
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Predictive analytics, a game changer in business, remains underexploited, even as it offers solutions for risk, marketing, and pricing.
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VMob's data analytics now available on Microsoft's Power BI
Thu, 10th Dec 2015
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VMob's data and business intelligence are now accessible through Microsoft Power BI, offering a single view of critical business data.
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Big data analytics key differentiator in IoT deployments
Wed, 9th Dec 2015
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Big data analytics is becoming a boom market and a big differentiator in IoT deployments - for enterprise, SMB and the channel.
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Using real-time analytics to dynamically assure network services
Tue, 8th Dec 2015
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Real-time analytics prevent network disruptions, like those seen during Adele's Hello release, ensuring stable home security services.
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Defining trends that will shape the enterprise in 2016
Thu, 3rd Dec 2015
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Businesses are on the cusp of major digital transformation, as all departments invest in tech and even traditional enterprises embrace digital change.
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Six transitions that will shape the future of supply chain
Tue, 1st Dec 2015
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Steve describes the six transitions which will shape the future landscape. They will all have an impact on the supply chain of the future.
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Is Big Data causing huge downtime in enterprise?
Mon, 30th Nov 2015
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Organisations need to ensure their technology infrastructure is ale to handle the load that comes with big data, according to Ixia.
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Business Intelligence tools becoming more sought after
Thu, 26th Nov 2015
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Business Intelligence solutions are becoming more sought after as enterprises recognise how actionable insights can boost business.