O'Reilly on Data

MAY 27, 2020

Whether driven by my score, or by their own firsthand experience, the doctors sent me straight to the neonatal intensive care ward, where I spent my first few days. And yet a number or category label that describes a human life is not only machine-readable data. Books, in turn, get matching scores to reflect their difficulty.

Risk 354

Risk Testing Measurement Reporting 354

Andrew White

JUNE 9, 2019

The article was titled, A Dearth of Data Helped Hong Kong Succeed , and it was written by Jairaj Devadiga. federal) government planning and that was driven by a lack of data about the economy. The politician credited (in the article) for the low-data; low-federal-government involvement is Sir John Cowperthwaite.

Measurement 74

Measurement Metrics Marketing Data-driven 74

CIO Business Intelligence

MAY 22, 2024

While Kane shows clients how to save time and money using AI tools like Microsoft Copilot, many SMB customers still don’t see the value of generative AI in tasks like writing a newsletter, when the AI doesn’t have access to their internal data. The value of the chatbot tool for service technicians will be easier to measure, he says.

ROI 142

ROI IT Measurement Cost-Benefit 142

Data Science and Beyond

DECEMBER 23, 2018

In my opinion it’s more exciting and relevant to everyday life than more hyped data science areas like deep learning. Now, I believe I’ve finally found a book with practical techniques that I can use on real problems: Causal Inference by Miguel Hernán and Jamie Robins. Hence, the book is full of practical examples.

Deep Learning 103

Deep Learning Experimentation Data-driven Data Science 103

CIO Business Intelligence

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

For example, if you are in banking, your organization is likely to measure itself by profitability ratios such as net interest margin (the difference between interest income generated and interest expenses) or PCL (provision for credit losses). Book-to-bill shows whether orders are outpacing billings (i.e., business is slowing).

Measurement 94

Measurement Metrics Strategy Marketing 94

Occam's Razor

JULY 6, 2015

Remember, there was little data to know what worked – hence what might have worked in the past was repeated. Which team can benefit immensely from going through this exercise and create a richer understanding of the audience-centric intent-driven possibilities available? We can talk about Content AND Marketing AND Measurement.

Measurement 158

Measurement Marketing Metrics Strategy 158

FineReport

JUNE 7, 2024

In 2024, data visualization companies play a pivotal role in transforming complex data into captivating narratives. This blog provides an insightful exploration of the leading entities shaping the data visualization landscape. Let’s embark on a journey to uncover the top 10 Data Visualization Companies of 2024.

Visualization 52

Visualization Predictive Analytics Dashboards Predictive Modeling 52

DataKitchen

JANUARY 20, 2021

We’ll also discuss building DataOps expertise around the data organization, in a decentralized fashion, using DataOps centers of excellence (COE) or DataOps Dojos. Centralizing analytics helps the organization standardize enterprise-wide measurements and metrics. Test data management and other functions provided ‘as a service’ .

Metrics 243

Metrics Experimentation Measurement Testing 243

Occam's Razor

JULY 22, 2013

Most of the frameworks we have also don't optimally capture the complexity of digital marketing and measurement. We (oh how I hate this) apply irrational and "narrow-view" measurement strategies toward understanding what is successful and what's not. The See – Think – Do Framework: Measurement Strategy.

Measurement 163

Measurement Marketing Key Performance Indicator Metrics 163

CIO Business Intelligence

MAY 16, 2024

Digital transformation is a gradual journey, and for many CIOs, becoming more data-driven hinges on how sustainability practices are systematically adopted. Business plans are focused on digital and sustainable transformation to bring us closer to the goal of a data-driven company,” says its CIO, Stefano Biondini.

Digital Transformation 86

Digital Transformation Data-driven Cost-Benefit Management 86

Smart Data Collective

JULY 4, 2023

AI models can detect an increase in mentions or events within specific domains and compare them to related data points. What is AI-driven disaster restoration software? AI technology further improves analytics by helping draw inferences from various data pools to make better insights.

Technology 73

Technology Software Data-driven Measurement 73

CIO Business Intelligence

AUGUST 24, 2023

Multinational data infrastructure company Equinix has been capitalizing on machine learning (ML) since 2018, thanks to an initiative that uses ML probabilistic modeling to predict prospective customers’ likelihood of buying Equinix offerings — a program that has contributed millions of dollars in revenue since its inception.

Sales 75

Sales Data-driven Digital Transformation Machine Learning 75

DataKitchen

JUNE 7, 2021

This is a common question that we hear from our conversations with data scientists, engineers and analysts. Hopefully, with metrics in place, you can show measured improvements in productivity and quality that will win converts. We view the steps in analytics creation and data operations as a manufacturing process.

Testing 130

Testing IT Measurement Data-driven 130

CIO Business Intelligence

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

You can’t manage what you can’t measure, and y our network is more than a data conduit—it’s your office intelligence center. For the first time, your workplace can use that data to determine exactly how much space they should lease for long-term savings. Unleash the full potential of your smart office with Cisco. Hybrid Cloud

IoT 76

IoT Internet of Things Optimization Measurement 76

O'Reilly on Data

JULY 28, 2020

It’s often difficult for businesses without a mature data or machine learning practice to define and agree on metrics. Fair warning: if the business lacks metrics, it probably also lacks discipline about data infrastructure, collection, governance, and much more.) Agreeing on metrics.

Marketing 362

Marketing Experimentation Metrics Testing 362

Occam's Razor

SEPTEMBER 29, 2009

One of the ultimate excuses for not measuring impact of Marketing campaigns is: "Oh, that's just a branding campaign." If supported by "data" then it tends to be of the most fragile kind (usually the the fact that the CEO saw it during the Super Bowl and felt happy suffices as actionable data).

Measurement 128

Measurement Metrics Analytics Marketing 128

Laminar Security

JULY 19, 2023

Laminar Launches Two New Solutions to Become First Full Data Security Platform for Multi-Cloud and SaaS Environments In today’s data-driven world, cloud computing has become the backbone of innovation and growth for enterprises across all industries. Laminar’s forward-thinking approach addresses these requirements.

Data Warehouse 91

Data Warehouse Data-driven Data Governance Risk 91

Juice Analytics

APRIL 6, 2021

With our book , resources and workshops, we’ve shared guidance about what it takes to become a data fluent organization. Most of all, it starts with cultural habits that get people focused on using data in their decision-making. Habit 2: Create a shared vocabulary for your data What is an “active user”?

Metrics 119

Metrics Dashboards Data-driven Data Quality 119

CIO Business Intelligence

APRIL 8, 2024

Nearly 10 years ago, Bill James, a pioneer in sports analytics methodology, said if there’s one thing he wished more people understood about sabermetrics, pertaining to baseball, it’s that the data is not the point. The point is to use the data like a razor to cut through false convictions to find the truth.

Analytics 94

Analytics Broadcasting Predictive Analytics Metrics 94

CIO Business Intelligence

MARCH 14, 2022

In How to Measure Anything , Douglas Hubbard offers an alternative definition of “measurement” to the Oxford English Dictionary’s “the size, length, or amount of something.” Hubbard defines measurement as: “A quantitatively expressed reduction of uncertainty based on one or more observations.”. What offer should we surface?

Uncertainty 83

Uncertainty Measurement Cost-Benefit Optimization 83

Occam's Razor

JANUARY 9, 2012

Now here's another surprise: These rules/insights/mind shifts are not about data! Here's important context (before we get into the rules for revolutionaries)… The Fundamental Web Analytics Problem Is Not Data! Most companies are astonishingly blasé about data and possibilities of measurement.

Marketing 140

Marketing B2B Measurement Risk 140

datapine

MARCH 8, 2021

Rapid technological evolution means it’s now possible to use accessible and intuitive data-driven tools to our advantage. We’ve delved into the impact of big data in healthcare. Without healthcare data reporting, it’s unlikely healthcare institutions will ever reduce these figures to an acceptable level on a sustainable basis.

Reporting 198

Reporting KPI Management Cost-Benefit 198

FineReport

MAY 18, 2024

Data visualization techniques are paramount in today’s data-driven world. Mastering data visualization techniques is not just a skill but a necessity for professionals across various industries. Increased Efficiency : Visualizing data streamlines processes by highlighting key points efficiently.

Visualization 52

Visualization Interactive Cost-Benefit Dashboards 52

CIO Business Intelligence

JUNE 30, 2022

For example, data-driven AI chatbots can pick off the easier customer queries, while IVR (Interactive Voice response) can automate the process of directing customers to the right people. As the world’s most famous detective, Sherlock Holmes, said: “It is a capital mistake to theorise before one has data.”.

Data-driven 86

Data-driven Interactive Measurement Strategy 86

AWS Big Data

JANUARY 8, 2024

We’re living in the age of real-time data and insights, driven by low-latency data streaming applications. The volume of time-sensitive data produced is increasing rapidly, with different formats of data being introduced across new businesses and customer use cases.

Analytics 113

Analytics IoT Data-driven Snapshot 113

erwin

JUNE 26, 2020

If you’re serious about a data-driven strategy , you’re going to need a data catalog. Organizations need a data catalog because it enables them to create a seamless way for employees to access and consume data and business assets in an organized manner. Three Types of Metadata in a Data Catalog.

Metadata 132

Metadata Cost-Benefit Measurement Data-driven 132

BI-Survey

AUGUST 22, 2023

Data mesh is a hot buzzword, but what is behind it? It is about a focus on data products and the decentralized creation of and responsibility for data products in the line of business, which are based on a self-service analytics infrastructure and federated data governance with a high degree of automation.

Measurement 52

Measurement Data Governance Data-driven Dashboards 52

FineReport

JUNE 19, 2023

Operational reports have the potential to greatly enhance business performance through the utilization of data-driven insights. These reports offer a structured and comprehensible representation of data, enabling a clearer understanding of complex issues that might otherwise remain elusive. Why Are Operational Reports Important?

Operational Reporting 52

Operational Reporting Reporting Key Performance Indicator Dashboards 52

CIO Business Intelligence

OCTOBER 20, 2023

The result, Jeevanjee says, is a technology-driven business strategy “that’s a very empowering thing.” Nearly 40% of the company’s business processes have now been digitized, and filing claim time — a key measure of customer satisfaction — has been reduced from four minutes to 43 seconds, according to the company.

Digital Transformation 135

Digital Transformation Insurance Recreation/Entertainment Machine Learning 135

Occam's Razor

NOVEMBER 13, 2009

I am absolutely thrilled that my book Web Analytics 2.0 The waterfall of positive feeling stems from the fact that this book was very hard to write. I only had one job, at Intuit, when I wrote my first web analytics book. The Pitch: I invite you to consider buying my second web analytics book. Request for help.

Analytics 71

Analytics Metrics Measurement Testing 71

IBM Big Data Hub

MAY 14, 2024

Through new approaches to financial management that incorporate generative AI , this advanced technology can help CFOs make more informed, data-driven decisions for their organization that can have major financial implications. The IBM report found that, on average, AI adopters attribute 40% of finance function FTE redeployment to AI.

Finance 69

Finance Cost-Benefit Reporting Forecasting 69

IBM Big Data Hub

JULY 25, 2023

Components of a smart grid Smart grids rely on several integral components, each playing a role in ensuring smooth operations: Smart meters: Smart meters measure real-time energy consumption at the consumer’s end, providing detailed information on consumption patterns to both the consumer and the energy provider.

Optimization 56

Optimization Technology Measurement Cost-Benefit 56

Jet Global

APRIL 12, 2024

In today’s data-driven world, application and development teams are facing a growing demand to empower their users with greater decision intelligence. By providing these tools, your users can transform their raw data into actionable intelligence, driving data-driven business decisions.

Analytics 52

Analytics Data-driven Dashboards Reporting 52

FineReport

JULY 4, 2023

By regularly and automatically measuring KPIs, you can enhance productivity and reduce costs. This approach not only helps extract additional value from organizational data but also facilitates setting targets and measuring incremental progress in crucial areas of the business. Why do Businesses Track KPIs?

KPI 52

KPI Key Performance Indicator Dashboards Sales 52

IBM Big Data Hub

JULY 10, 2023

Vibration analysis—a component of condition monitoring systems—utilizes vibration sensors to measure frequencies in an asset and detect abnormalities that may indicate a problem. Frequency measures the number of oscillations per unit of time, usually expressed in Hertz (Hz). Accelerometers (e.g., Accelerometers (e.g.,

Optimization 55

Optimization IT Measurement Cost-Benefit 55

IBM Big Data Hub

APRIL 20, 2023

A Process Mining exercise drawing data from enterprise SAP has helped measure KPI performance and define the transformation roadmap. This technology-driven process visualization is revolutionizing the way we look at processes.

KPI 66

KPI Consulting Finance Enterprise 66

datapine

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Big data has changed the way we manage, analyze, and leverage data across industries. One of the most notable areas where data analytics is making big changes is healthcare. In this article, we’re going to address the need for big data in healthcare and hospital big data: why and how can it help?

Big Data 364

Big Data Data Analytics Analytics Cost-Benefit 364