Analysts Corner

AUGUST 20, 2023

Leveraging Data, Statistics, and Probability in Business Analytics: A Modern Approach for Transforming Information into Actionable Insights In the age of information, businesses have access to more data than ever before. Whether it’s customer purchasing patterns, supply chain logistics, marketing campaign effectiveness, or employee performance, companies are inundated with data.

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BA Times

AUGUST 2, 2023

A business analyst and a business analytics professional are not the same. Very often, people get confused about these 2 terms. Many times, they are used interchangeably. Few start-ups and organizations also seek out a business analyst when they are actually in search of a business analytics professional. Among the analytics enthusiasts who are […] The post Best of BATimes: Business Analyst vs.

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The Visual BA

AUGUST 24, 2023

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Intro The applications you use to run your business are supposed to make your life easier. However, for many of us, somewhere along the way things became unnecessarily complicated. Let’s look at a few reasons why your software turns on you, and how to prevent it. Solving the wrong problem Many business leaders I have known start with stating the problem as something like “We need a POS system”.

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Dataversity

AUGUST 9, 2023

The Information Age has flooded the modern enterprise with data. Demand for enterprise storage capacity will only increase in the years ahead. By the end of this decade, new enterprise storage capacity shipments are forecast to be 15 ZB per year, with the active installed base exceeding 45 ZB. Where Is This Growth Coming From? Business and […] The post Why AI Forces Data Management to Up Its Game appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Smart Data Collective

AUGUST 17, 2023

Big data can be used in various industries, including HR. One of the biggest benefits of big data in HR is that it can help bolster employee engagement. As 2023 approaches the final third of its year, the paradigm of workplace happiness is experiencing a deep shift, owing to tremendous changes in work dynamics, employee expectations, and technology breakthroughs.

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BI Insight

AUGUST 23, 2023

This is the second part of the series of blog posts showing how to integrate Power BI with Azure DevOps, a cloud platform for software development. The previous post gave a brief history of source control systems, which help developers manage code changes. It also explained what Git is, a fast and flexible distributed source … Continue reading Integrating Power BI with Azure DevOps (Git), part 2: Local Machine Integration The post Integrating Power BI with Azure DevOps (Git), part 2: Local

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BA Times

AUGUST 30, 2023

All of us at some point in our life have heard of the children’s game called Telephone Game or Broken Telephone. In this game, Players form a line or circle, and the first player comes up with a message and whispers it to the ear of the second person in the line. The second player […] The post Don’t Deliver a Donkey instead of a Horse appeared first on Business Analyst Articles, Webinars, Templates, Jobs.

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Analysts Corner

AUGUST 31, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has profoundly impacted various aspects of our lives and industries, but it has also brought to the fore critical ethical considerations. As we continue to integrate AI into our daily lives, the need for an ethical framework becomes increasingly urgent. This article will delve into AI ethics, its importance, the key ethical issues in AI, strategies for addressing these issues, and the future of ethical considerations in AI development.

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Dataversity

AUGUST 30, 2023

As one of the fastest-growing fields, technology continues to drive transformative changes across various industries, with new advancements emerging each year. Consequently, the demand for data analytics jobs is expected to surge in the near future, with a significant need for data science practitioners worldwide. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (2021) projects a 22% growth […] The post 10 Highest-Paying Data Analytics Jobs in 2023 appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Smart Data Collective

AUGUST 31, 2023

Artificial intelligence technology is radically changing the future of cybersecurity. Last year, global organizations spent over $15 billion on AI to bolster their cyber defenses. Smart companies realize that they can no longer overlook the importance of using AI to thwart hackers. After all, hackers themselves are turning to AI to commit their crimes.

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Simplilearn

AUGUST 31, 2023

When it comes to data science and artificial intelligence (AI), you’ll often find a lot of intersection between the two skill paths. AI has numerous subsets, like machine learning and deep learning, and data science utilizes these technologies to interpret and analyze data, discover patterns, make predictions, and generate insights. So, decidin. Read More.

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Leading Agile

AUGUST 2, 2023

When people say they have a culture problem that’s preventing them from sustaining change in an Agile Transformation, what they’re really saying is that they have a cognitive dissonance problem. You have an inability to help people see how Agile is going to improve the organization. Blaming people and telling them they’re being resistant to change isn’t going to close the gap and make that cognitive dissonance go away.

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BA Times

AUGUST 23, 2023

Process mapping is often the first step in business process improvement. It is a necessary activity that provides a baseline from which improvements can be measured and is the key to identifying and localizing opportunities for improvement. Therefore, it is important that facilitators capture the right information to help steer process improvement initiatives in the […] The post Best of BATimes: How to Facilitate Successful Process Mapping Sessions appeared first on Business Analyst Articl

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Analysts Corner

AUGUST 27, 2023

Introduction: The Growing Importance of Recommendation Engines In today’s digital age, consumers are inundated with information and options. To help users navigate this overwhelming landscape, recommendation engines have become increasingly important, offering personalized suggestions based on individual preferences, behavior, and context. These systems have found widespread use in industries like e-commerce, entertainment, and social media, enhancing user experiences and driving customer engage

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Dataversity

AUGUST 7, 2023

Hello! I’m Mark Horseman, and welcome to The Cool Kids Corner. This is my monthly check-in to share with you the people and ideas I encounter as a data evangelist with DATAVERSITY. This month we’re talking data literacy and change management. What is data literacy? Why is it important? What are the barriers? How do […] The post The Cool Kids Corner: Change Management for Data Literacy appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Smart Data Collective

AUGUST 31, 2023

Data analytics has had a tremendous impact on the financial sector in recent years. Therefore, it should be no surprise that the market for financial analytics is projected to be worth nearly $19 billion by 2030. There are a ton of great benefits of using data analytics in finance. One of the biggest opportunities to leverage financial analytics technology is in the field of investing.

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Simplilearn

AUGUST 30, 2023

The position of Software Developer and Software Engineer are often confused and sometimes are interchangeably used. Many people often raise the question, “Are software developers and software engineers the same?”. Both positions have ample differences in the tech industry. Here, we aim to give a clear reply to the questions and cover the simila. Read More.

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Domo

AUGUST 30, 2023

Toxic positivity? That seems a bit harsh when talking about data, especially given that most modern businesses aspire to be data-driven in both strategy and execution. Indeed, over the last decade or two, data has become almost universally regarded as a key corporate asset and an essential input to quality decision-making. That said, the rising importance of data as an asset has resulted in significant overheads being required in its protection.

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BA Times

AUGUST 3, 2023

Over the years, professionals wanting to pursue a career in business analysis have been seeking my advice. A few of the questions posed to me: “How do I launch my career as a business analyst?” “How do I switch over to BA role? “ “Is it possible to move to a business analyst position […] The post Best of BATimes: 10 Steps to Transition from Your Current Job to an Amazing BA Career appeared first on Business Analyst Articles, Webinars, Templates, Jobs.

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Analysts Corner

AUGUST 13, 2023

In the era of data-driven decision-making, understanding and managing the quality of data is crucial. As organizations increasingly rely on data to drive their operations, strategy, and innovation, ensuring data integrity and usability has never been more important. This is where data profiling comes into play. Understanding Data Profiling Data profiling, in its simplest form, refers to the process of examining, analyzing, and summarizing data from an existing data source.

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Dataversity

AUGUST 7, 2023

In the era of digital transformation, data has become the new oil. Businesses increasingly rely on real-time data to make informed decisions, improve customer experiences, and gain a competitive edge. However, managing and handling real-time data can be challenging due to its volume, velocity, and variety. This article will guide you through nine best practices […] The post 9 Best Practices for Real-Time Data Management appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Smart Data Collective

AUGUST 30, 2023

Cloud technology has been instrumental in the software development sector. This is one of the many examples of how cloud technology has benefited enterprises. Steven Gage wrote a great article in Dice.com a few years ago on the benefits of cloud computing for software development. Some of the biggest benefits include ease of deplorability and scalability.

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Simplilearn

AUGUST 3, 2023

Applications for data mining techniques can be found in every field, including business, research, and government. Businesses examine recorded data, including user preferences, sales numbers, and historical inventory levels, using data mining. They can make wiser decisions if they can spot trends and recurring patterns in this data. When properl. Read More.

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Roman Pichler

AUGUST 15, 2023

Listen to the audio version of this article: [link] 1 No Strategy The first and most crucial mistake is to have no product strategy at all. When that’s the case, a product is usually progressed based on the features requested by the users and stakeholders. As there is no strategy, objectively assessing the impact of the requests is virtually impossible.

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BA Times

AUGUST 10, 2023

Elicitation is a core part of business analysis, and there are a vast array of elicitation techniques at a BA’s disposal. However, if you’re like me (and most BAs) you probably have a few favorite techniques that you gravitate towards. For me, I’ll often start with interviews and workshops, using document analysis to gain context […] The post Avoid The “Saying/Doing” Gap appeared first on Business Analyst Articles, Webinars, Templates, Jobs.

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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.