Business Intelligence (BI) stories - Page 171
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.
CommVault's three-in-one solution
Wed, 1st Feb 2012
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CommVault's latest Simpana suite integrates backup, archive, and reporting, cutting data management times by 50%, boosting efficiency and sustainability.
Apple 'tests' recruits on fake projects
Tue, 31st Jan 2012
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A new book reveals that Apple assigns fake projects to new recruits to test their loyalty and secrecy before trusting them with real work.
Key exporter chooses Microsoft business intelligence
Mon, 23rd Jan 2012
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NZ's leading meat exporter, Silver Fern Farms, taps Microsoft BI to innovate from 'Plate to Pasture', streamlining strategic insights.
CIOs using tech to 'amplify' their enterprises
Thu, 19th Jan 2012
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CIOs are leveraging tech for innovation rather than just organisation, despite tight budgets, according to a new Gartner survey of 2335 tech leaders.
RIM profit bombs - Updated
Fri, 16th Dec 2011
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RIM's earnings plummet as PlayBook re-valuation and service outage hit hard, with co-CEOs slashing their pay to $1 amidst declining BlackBerry sales.
Facebook to go public this autumn?
Tue, 29th Nov 2011
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Facebook might go public as soon as this autumn, with a potential IPO valuing the company over $100bn, reports the Wall Street Journal.
The problem with 'dumb data'
Fri, 25th Nov 2011
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John Brand highlights the shift from 'big data' to 'dumb data' in BI, stressing the need for meaningful integration over mere collection.
Seven tips for marketing your small business
Thu, 10th Nov 2011
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You may not be a sales guru, but with a little planning you can make sure your company gets the attention it deserves.
Integrated CMS a winner for Sitecore
Tue, 1st Nov 2011
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Sitecore's integrated CMS propels a 50% revenue surge in 2010/2011. CEO Seifert credits success to the shift towards multifunctional web platforms.
Context is king in the Web 2.0 world
Tue, 25th Oct 2011
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Context is everything when it comes to deciding what information needs to be blocked or controlled – and when.
Clock ticking for $250k software giveaway
Wed, 19th Oct 2011
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Businesses, time's running out to enter Greentree Game On for a chance to win software worth USD $250k. Entries close October 31. Don't miss out!.
ANZ business software market ripe for the picking
Mon, 26th Sep 2011
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Analysts at Ovum predict the ANZ business software market will reach USD $7.3 billion by 2015, driven by rising adoption of software across all categories.
It's time to redefine mobility
Thu, 1st Sep 2011
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The need for a rock solid, mobility-enabled network which reaches users no matter where they are, is an investment priority for many organisations.
Data heading to 1.8 zettabytes this year
Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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The world's digital data is expected to reach 1.8 zettabytes in 2011, doubling every two years and surpassing storage capacity, reveals an EMC and IDC study.
Basware launches Catalogues
Tue, 14th Jun 2011
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Basware introduces Catalogues, a new service boosting global trade opportunities for organisations by enhancing supplier visibility and control.
Google adds speed measurements to analytics
Wed, 11th May 2011
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Google enhances Analytics with Site Speed report, enabling detailed insights into page loading times and factors affecting site performance.
Microsoft BI Summit rolls into town
Wed, 27th Apr 2011
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Free Auckland and Wellington events to cater for business decision makers, IT pros, architects and developers.
Microsoft targets SAP, Oracle apps business
Tue, 12th Apr 2011
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Microsoft aims to target SAP, Oracle and Salesforce.com in its biggest assault on the business software market yet.
HP seeks partnerships for major cloud play
Mon, 4th Apr 2011
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CEO Leo Apotheker tells an audience of entrepreneurs and venture capitalists that HP will look to make new partnerships for the cloud.
HP makes major play for the cloud
Tue, 15th Mar 2011
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HP has unveiled a new strategy that will see it develop its own internet services and app store for consumers and businesses.