Feature lists tend to blur together, and much of the content about Databricks comes directly from Databricks itself. So, we asked two Analytics8 experts who bring different perspectives to the evaluation: Kevin Lobo, EVP of Consulting, has a broad view across the industry, including how clients and technology vendors are investing and talking about their…
In this blog, we break down six practical ways your peers are using Generative AI to get more value from their data. We also cover key considerations, best practices, and technology options for integrating Generative AI effectively. If you know Generative AI has potential, but you are struggling to figure out real-world application in your…
Powering a truly data-driven organization requires more than just advanced technology and sophisticated processes — it demands an effective data analytics team with a diverse set of skills working cohesively to support organizational objectives. In this blog, we discuss how to assemble an effective data analytics team and provide leadership tips for Heads of Data…
Before selecting a business intelligence (BI) tool for your analytics needs, you need to understand how they work, how they differ, and the value they can bring to your business. This blog offers a detailed BI tool comparison to help you make an informed decision. As interest in building a modern data stack has increased,…
In this blog, we delve into the five key components of the BI and Analytics Tool Evaluation Framework which guides organizations through the nuanced process of choosing a tool that aligns with their unique needs and objectives. Selecting the right BI or analytics tool can be a challenging endeavor — there are many great options…
In this blog, we break down what it means to be a data-driven organization and how organizations traditionally measure success of their data and analytics initiatives. We explain why a different approach to qualifying the value of data initiatives is necessary, as well as key benchmarks to measure, and what you should do to get…
The role analytics plays across organizations has evolved—and it’s the modern data stack that’s responsible for entering analytics into a new era. I recently sat through a presentation in which a key section was highlighted: “Data Visualization is Dead”. The notion that data visualization, business intelligence, or the dashboard itself is a dying medium has…
Diagnostic analytics enables your business to take a dive deep into why something happened—whether it’s a decrease in monthly sales or sudden increase in membership subscriptions. This critical information leads to more informed, data-driven decision-making across the enterprise. Analytics play a critical role in decision-making for most companies today. Understanding what the data says about…
Starting an analytics project off the right way will lead to better results as well as better user adoption across your organization. Learn how to avoid missteps so that you can get the best ROI from your analytics projects. Analytics is part of doing business—knowing what your data has to say about your customers, your…
Analytics is a broad term covering four different pillars in the modern analytics model: descriptive, diagnostic, predictive, and prescriptive. Each type of analytics plays a role in how your business can better understand what your data reveals and how you can use those insights to drive business objectives. In this blog we will discuss what…
What is embedded analytics and how does it work? Learn how embedded analytics software and tools provide more value for your business than traditional analytics. As data takes centerstage for many organizations, business leaders are figuring out how to analyze that data as a means to business sustainability, agility, and competitiveness. Many organizations use traditional…
In this blog, our VP of Analytics describes the benefits of modernizing your analytics and reporting from legacy tools to next-gen platforms and some tips for getting started. The data and analytics market is constantly being flooded with new technologies and innovations. As a result, companies feel pressured to move away from legacy systems and…
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