Business Intelligence (BI) stories - Page 173
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.
Alteryx continues global expansion in booming ANZ region
Thu, 9th Apr 2015
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Alteryx, the software company specialising in advanced data analytics, has expanded its presence in the Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) market.
Microsoft finalises acquisition of Revolution Analytics
Tue, 7th Apr 2015
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Microsoft has officially closed an acquisition agreement with Revolution Analytics, the statistical software company behind the open source software R.
Robots to significantly boost business in coming years
Mon, 30th Mar 2015
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Machine learning, artificial intelligence and effective use of big data - essentially software robots - will unlock value within the next 3-5 years.
Cisco's channel strategy reacts to new challenges
Wed, 18th Mar 2015
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The channel is undergoing a revolution for Cisco. We spoke with the director of the Partner Business Group at Cisco, Jason Brouwers.
Salesforce makes Fronde platinum partner
Fri, 13th Mar 2015
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Fronde, the Australasian technology company, has officially achieved platinum partner status with Salesforce after seven years of partnership.
Gartner's view: When it comes to BI, it's not about the software
Mon, 2nd Mar 2015
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Gartner's Schlegel highlights the need for skill over software in the evolving landscape of Business Intelligence success strategies.
Data analytics set to be key market driver
Mon, 9th Feb 2015
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Data analytics is predicted to significantly boost the market, with vendors like HP, IBM, and Microsoft leading the rapidly expanding sector.
Analytics here, analytics there, analytics everywhere
Wed, 4th Feb 2015
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2015 will be the year of analytics, as organisations turn data into actionable insights for smarter decisions. Real-time and IoT analytics are key.
What CIOs need to know about the changing face of technology
Mon, 2nd Feb 2015
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CIOs brace for tech upheaval, with Jay Kidd predicting seismic shifts across IoT, Big Data and cloud computing in 2015.
IBM 4Q revenue slumps, 2015 outlook not great
Thu, 22nd Jan 2015
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Global tech giant IBM's earnings slumped in the fourth quarter for 2014 as it moves away from its core hardware business.
OpenText acquires Actuate and expands portfolio
Mon, 19th Jan 2015
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OpenText broadens its horizons with the acquisition of Actuate, promising deeper analytics and personalised insights for its customers.
Massey University plugs NZ skills shortage with new big data degree
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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Massey University has announced it is launching New Zealand's first business-focused analytics degree next month to address the skills shortage in ana.
Huawei: Enter the dragon
Fri, 12th Dec 2014
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Huawei might not be one of New Zealand's well known brands, but on the global telco stage they're bigger than huge.
Third platform the platform for 2015 says IDC
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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Where is tech heading in 2015? IDC offers up some predictions for the year ahead - and the third platform is the key player across them all.
VMob releases half-year results as it chases international growth
Fri, 28th Nov 2014
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Having a presence in the United States will also allow VMob to take full advantage of the increasing number of integration opportunities with leading.
Soon you'll actually be allowed to Facebook at work
Tue, 18th Nov 2014
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Facebook prepares to blend professional and social worlds with its new Facebook at Work platform, challenging tech giants in enterprise tools.
Cooperation and user focus key for antivirus vendors
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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The overall number of computers affected by the top 20 families of malware has dropped significantly, partly due to better cooperation among security companies.
Choosing physical appliances for a virtual world
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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Derek Schauland outlines 5 key steps to seamlessly integrate physical backup appliances into our increasingly virtual IT landscapes.
Tidemark releases modern solution with predictive capabilities
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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Tidemark unveils a game-changing analytics platform, empowering CFOs with predictive insights for smarter financial planning in the Big Data era.
AppDynamics widens scope to IT managers
Tue, 4th Nov 2014
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AppDynamics enhances software with business intelligence, aiding IT and biz managers with real-time insights at Vegas launch.