Introduction Today, business decisions are based on vast amounts of data, making quick access to data crucial for making the right decisions at the right time. The advent of big data and the explosion of data sources provide organizations and data scientists with a wealth of information. However, extracting meaningful data is still a problem, […]
Introduction An organized collection of data, databases need to be managed accordingly. A database management system (DBMS) can help do that. So, what is a DBMS and what is its role in information systems? Let’s find out. Typically organized to represent relevant aspects of reality, data stored in a database supports processes requiring this information. […]
Introduction Want to enable first-class analytics? Then ensure quality data or data which is clean, relevant and useful. How do you do that? To ensure that your data is clean, relevant and useful, you need to perform data validation. Performing data validation before running any data analysis can help you get better results. Often, a […]
Introduction For businesses, data is essential—it is required to drive operations and maintain bottom lines. But, using poor quality data to make business decisions is counterproductive. Not only does this affect the achievement of organizational goals, it also has an impact on short-term revenue and long-term business health. Think about your own organization: Do you […]
“Without big data analytics, companies are blind and deaf, wandering onto the web like a deer on a freeway” – Geoffrey Moore Introduction Data management is something that sets a firm apart from the competition. A collaboration of effectively analyzed data and a well-groomed instinct are characteristics that allow executives to perform exceptional decision-making when […]
Introduction Today, many businesses are using Data as a Service (DaaS) throughout their enterprise. But, people in the same organizations find it hard to understand what DaaS is and the benefits it can potentially provide. This is the reason we have taken upon ourselves to answer the what, the how, and the why of DaaS. […]
“Most of the world will make decisions by either guessing or using their gut. They will either be lucky or wrong” – Suhail Doshi Introduction Data management is an integral part of strategic decision-making of any growing or established business. Organizations that forego proper procedures to accumulate and automate data are usually at the receiving […]
Introduction Today, businesses are oblivious to many risks facing them, but with some critical thought and foresight, they can become aware of these potential dangers. With the right tools and knowledge, you can shed light on the potential risks faced by your business, and manage them effectively. But, what are the major risks—internal risks to […]
Introduction It is universal knowledge that information is power. However, most business today have more data than they can handle. The challenge for businesses is obvious—they need to find ways to manage this data overload to gain actionable insights and improve decision making. One such way is combining good data with business intelligence tools. Collecting […]
Introduction Do you spend a good part of your workday performing repetitive, manual tasks? If yes, then you’re not alone. Most employees—including senior-level executives, spend most of their workday performing mundane administrative duties such as sorting emails and updating spreadsheets. This is counterproductive, to say the least, but things don’t have to be that way—especially […]