"Selecting A Business Intelligence & Analytics ​Solution"

By: Sisense

Data preparation is quickly gaining stature as one of the most important aspects of today's analytical environments. 80% of the time spent analyzing data is devoted to data preparation. But do you know what it takes to properly prepare your data? This whitepaper covers the 6 crucial steps of preparing data for analysis, and highlights the important things to look out for in every one of them. Key takeaways from this whitepaper: How effective data preparation can have a substantial positive impact on these users The way data is prepared will often determine which types of analyses can be carried out  How best-in- class companies have a three-pronged approach to enhanced data preparation  Will data be consistent and accurate for the people receiving reports or viewing dashboards? These efforts not only lead to more effective data preparation, but ultimately more enhanced business performance as well.

By: Sisense

Does your firm have a solid enterprise Business Intelligence (BI) solution? In recent years, Business Intelligence technology has evolved tremendously from IT-dependent reporting solutions to self-service, user-friendly, business-centric solutions.  As firms begin to consider enterprise BI, the first step is to take an inventory of existing technology. You may find it is money your firm is already spending. If your firm is running multiple BI solutions, you may be spending more than necessary. This whitepaper provides insights on how to form a realistic business intelligence budget based on your company’s needs. In this whitepaper get to know exactly: What a BI project should cost out of your annual operating budget in concrete numbers and timeframes How to build business intelligence into your budget, which serves as a springboard for businesses eager to face data challenges head on and make some major waves What are the 4 Signs that it’s time to invest in a BI solution In 2017, spend wiser and work more efficiently to find a Business Intelligence solution that will enable growth as your firm’s BI strategy continues to mature.