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Training vs Transformation
Leading Agile
MAY 14, 2020
Listen to the SoundNotes Podcast on the go! Find and subscribe to SoundNotes on: Apple Podcasts. Google Play. Spotify. Soundcloud. RSS. Training is a vital piece of today’s business climate. It’s typically at the forefront of conversations around development or growth, but what is the correlation or connection between training and actual business transformation?
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Reporting: Is it the Most Boring, Important Thing in Analytics?
Juice Analytics
MAY 11, 2020
Dresner Advisory Services’ report about self-service business intelligence uncovered a surprising result. Among all the technologies and initiatives that respondents consider important, the item that topped the list was reporting. [link]. Let that sink in. Among all the hot analytics initiatives to choose from (big data, IoT, NLP, data storytelling, cognitive BI, GDPR), plain old reporting is what is considered the most important strategic initiative.
BI and Analytics Adds Value Across the Enterprise!
ElegantJ BI
MAY 13, 2020
Start-Up, Small Biz? You Too Can Enjoy Business Intelligence and Analytics! Every business has its unique needs, competitive strategy and challenges. But, not every business understands these factors or has the ability to make fact-based decisions. Even the smallest businesses deal with a lot of data every day and, while they may feel that they don’t need analytics, this oversight can mean that they do not consider all the data they have when they make a decision or that they tend to make decisi
5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales
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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.
Introducing Power BI Governance and Adoption Good Practices Series
BI Insight
MAY 11, 2020
In my experience working in IT industry from early 2000 one aspect of dealing with data that is always taken very seriously is data governance. For many years the industry learnt how important it is to have a data governance process in place to keep your data safe and healthy so you get the most … Continue reading Introducing Power BI Governance and Adoption Good Practices Series.
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BI and Analytics Adds Value Across the Enterprise!
ElegantJ BI
MAY 13, 2020
Start-Up, Small Biz? You Too Can Enjoy Business Intelligence and Analytics! Every business has its unique needs, competitive strategy and challenges. But, not every business understands these factors or has the ability to make fact-based decisions. Even the smallest businesses deal with a lot of data every day and, while they may feel that they don’t need analytics, this oversight can mean that they do not consider all the data they have when they make a decision or that they tend to make decisi
Introducing Power BI Governance and Adoption Good Practices Series
BI Insight
MAY 11, 2020
In my experience working in IT industry from early 2000 one aspect of dealing with data that is always taken very seriously is data governance. For many years the industry learnt how important it is to have a data governance process in place to keep your data safe and healthy so you get the most … Continue reading Introducing Power BI Governance and Adoption Good Practices Series.
Combining DevOps and Agile Transformations to Achieve Business Outcomes
Agile Velocity
MAY 14, 2020
Is your organization well underway implementing DevOps? Or maybe you’re just getting started with a DevOps initiative? Did you know you can maximize your chances of achieving desired business outcomes by combining DevOps with an Agile transformation? You Keep Using Those Words…. When you hear “Business Outcomes,” “DevOps,” and/or Agile transformation” – what comes to mind?
HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025
Advertiser: Paycor
The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.
BI and Analytics Adds Value Across the Enterprise!
ElegantJ BI
MAY 13, 2020
Start-Up, Small Biz? You Too Can Enjoy Business Intelligence and Analytics! Every business has its unique needs, competitive strategy and challenges. But, not every business understands these factors or has the ability to make fact-based decisions. Even the smallest businesses deal with a lot of data every day and, while they may feel that they don’t need analytics, this oversight can mean that they do not consider all the data they have when they make a decision or that they tend to make decisi
Top 35+ Finance KPIs and Metric Examples for 2020 Reporting
Insight Software
MAY 15, 2020
What is a Financial KPI? A financial Key Performance Indicator (KPI) or metric is a quantifiable measure that a company uses to gauge its financial performance over time. Financial KPIs are used to help determine a company’s operational achievements from a financial perspective, often being compared to those of their competitors in the same sector. Under modern day reporting standards, companies are formally obligated to present their financial data in the following statements: balance sheet, in
A Guide to the Best Javascript Visualization Libraries
Sisense
MAY 12, 2020
Blog. Developing analytic apps is a bold new direction for product teams. The Toolbox is where we talk development best practices, tips, tricks, and success stories to help you build the future of analytics and empower your users with the insights and actions they need. JavaScript data visualization tools are in greater demand now than ever before because of the enormous growth of data.
Business Valuation Software: Free Guide to Valutico Platform
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How to Do an Industry Analysis (And Why It’s so Important)
The Analyst Agency
MAY 10, 2020
Gaining a competitive advantage is a difficult task for any business to accomplish. Some of the largest companies in the world have achieved incredible results by establishing a competitive advantage, including companies like Apple and Tesla. So how exactly do you establish a competitive analysis? The only way to gain an edge on your competition is by […].
5 data trends business managers can monitor to rebound faster
Phocas
MAY 13, 2020
During this time of uncertainty, business managers must have the ability to cut through the noise so they can see what’s happening and understand the changes taking place in their businesses. Accurate and timely data will help you decide which areas of your business are critical and where to focus. Full visibility of your operations allows you to determine data trends so you can make fact based decisions and rebound faster.
Four ways the healthcare industry is transforming digital experiences during COVID-19
Userzoom
MAY 12, 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, healthcare organizations are finding ways to effectively adapt and build new digital capabilities. For many, this has proven to be a challenging sprint against the pace and scale of the pandemic. The magnitude of the challenge is intensified by the relative digital and user experience maturity of healthcare companies.
Top 3 Recommendations for Measuring Scrum
Agilemania
MAY 14, 2020
There is a question I get asked a lot during my individual and also team coaching sessions. The million-dollar question that many of us have heard asked before, whenever one speaks of agile transformation is below. How will we know if the agile transformation has been successful? For this article, I will be narrowing down the scope of agile transformation… The post Top 3 Recommendations for Measuring Scrum appeared first on Agilemania.
Maximize Productivity and Simplify IT Management with Conversational AI
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Lean Coffee Connection
Growing Agile
MAY 11, 2020
I’ve been enjoying Lean Coffee’s so much more since it switched to a virtual format. I get to connect with people around the world, not just my city. I can join in minutes, rather than driving an hour (or more) in traffic. I’m always on time or early, rather than being late due to morning drop offs, driving across town and traffic.
Margin analysis helps drinks distributor concentrate on key areas of business
Phocas
MAY 15, 2020
Dayla Drinks is an independent on-trade drinks distributor specializing in the procurement and supply of over 3,000 products such as beer, spirits and soft drinks. The company recognizes the importance of data to its operations so it can be flexible and provide excellent service to its customers across the United Kingdom. Phocas data analytics helps the Dayla team carry out margin analysis and recommend a greater variety of products to its customers.
From Order Taker to Opportunity Maker…IT’s Digital Transition for Driving the Business
Leading Agile
MAY 12, 2020
Here are some fun facts: The first company founded to provide software products and services was Computer Usage Company in 1955. Professions such as Medicine, Law, Beauty, Teaching, Transportation, Security, Accounting, Engineering, and Project Management all have one thing in common; certifications and internal governance. Almost shocking to think about how much younger the IT profession is in comparison to the other professions.
Answer This Question: “What is Your Product?”
EBG Consulting
MAY 11, 2020
This essay is part of the book 97 Things Every Scrum Practitioner Should Know , by Gunther Verheyen (editor). Alice, wandering in Wonderland, said it best. “If you don’t know where you are going, any road will get you there.” This certainly applies to software development teams. Even some of the best Scrum teams can’t answer the simple question, “What is your product?”.
10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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How BAs Can Lead the Choice of Project Management Framework
The Uncommon League
MAY 12, 2020
You're sitting in a project kickoff meeting. Today's topics of discussion: How should we get started? And what happens next? As a business analyst, your voice is a critical part of this conversation. In fact, your suggestions could help the project succeed or fail. The more you know about the project management frameworks available to you, the more helpful you can be as you guide this new project over the finish line.
How to perform as a Business Analyst in an Agile environment
Word of Digits
MAY 14, 2020
The business analyst plays key roles in a very multitude of contexts: ranging from the business side down to more and more technical ones, intending to decrypt businesses, understanding stakeholders and customer needs. Nowadays, this role has become even more critical in the age of digital transformation. Although there is still some confusion in defining its sphere of action and capabilities.
Overcoming the challenge of leading virtual teams
Techcatch
MAY 14, 2020
Virtual team leaders can face great challenges. Learn here suggestions that can be readily implemented. Continue reading on techcatch ».
Authorisation – It’s above my Paygrade
Business Analysts
MAY 13, 2020
by Martin Klein, Business Analysis (BAPL) Consultant. My mum told me once that she went for a holiday to Italy and Vatican city and there she visited the Vatican museum. But after lining up for hours to get in, and even being allowed to enter the hallowed halls of the iconic museum, viewing the religious artefacts, she still wasn’t permitted to access many of the areas that more devout members of the community would be allowed to enter.
The HR Leader’s Workforce Management Guide
Advertiser: Paycor
In today’s fast-paced business world, effective workforce management (WFM) isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.
Sequence Diagrams Made Simple
The BA Doc
MAY 12, 2020
Are you working on an initiative that involves a lot of parts interacting with one another in a specific order or sequence? If so, you should be using a sequence diagram to communicate these interactions. A sequence diag.
Pandemic – Is now the right time to fire your Scrum Master?
Agilemania
MAY 12, 2020
Many folks on LinkedIn these days, seems to have a renewed interest in firing the Scrum Master. I have been asked quiet a few times personally as to what will the scrum master do now that we are heading to a ‘New Normal’. I don’t have a crystal ball and I do not know how to read the tarot cards… The post Pandemic – Is now the right time to fire your Scrum Master?
How to maximize marketing dollars, even in a downturn
Domo
MAY 11, 2020
Marketers have always had to work on a tight budget. And in recent years, even before the novel coronavirus came along and turned the world upside down, they were getting tighter. To wit: Findings from Gartner’s most recent CMO Spend Survey , released last October, revealed that marketing budgets dropped below 11% of company revenue for the first time since 2014.
145 key Business Analysis concepts that you should know
Techcatch
MAY 10, 2020
Some concepts are essential when working with Business Analysis, here are listed 145 (and it could be more)! Do you know them all? Continue reading on techcatch ».
Data-Backed Secrets for Minimizing Discounts & Maximizing ROI Post-Holiday
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Use data to turn one-off holiday shoppers into repeat buyers and effortlessly drive more sales throughout the year. Our guide will give you an in-depth understanding of what triggers your customers to buy and breaks down campaign examples from leading B2C brands.
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