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Summary: Why do most BI projects fail? Many organizations still ignore the foundational questions and rush through the initial steps. They jump straight into implementation, and then wonder what went wrong. If you want your BI project to succeed, here are 4 initial steps you can’t ignore.
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The BI Roadmap (part II): 4 initial steps you can’t ignoreRead More »
The BI Roadmap (part II): 4 initial steps you can’t ignore Read More »
Summary: Over the past few years, we’ve seen an explosion in BI tools. But, with all of these available BI solutions to choose from, how do you know which options are any good? Here are 3 ways to separate the good from the bad.
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3 signs of good Business Intelligence software Read More »
Summary: Are you stuck with legacy applications? Do you view application modernization as risky, expensive, or potentially disruptive to your business? It doesn’t have to be, if you choose the right modernization method. Learn which modernization approach works best for you.
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Modernization methods explained Read More »
Summary: Why is usability so important? Without it, your application will get abandoned. All of the time and effort put into that application will be for nothing. In this article, you’ll learn a few usability trends you must adopt in your web application development over the coming months.
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4 major web application usability trends in 2014 Read More »
Summary: As smartphone usage grows in the business, many users still don’t understand proper security practices. If not addressed, this problem could put their (and your company’s) sensitive data at risk. Learn how your users can better protect themselves from mobile security threats.
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7 security tips for mobile users (part 1) Read More »
Summary: Despite the growing need for analytics, most BI projects still fail. In this first installment of the BI Roadmap series, you’ll learn why these projects fail, along with a few foundational questions you cannot afford to ignore before starting a BI project.
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The BI Roadmap (part 1): 5 essential questions to askRead More »
The BI Roadmap (part 1): 5 essential questions to ask Read More »
Summary: Shadow IT–a term used to describe unapproved IT systems and solutions used inside organizations–is growing rapidly. Learn a few common misconceptions surrounding the topic, why it’s so hard to control, and what your company should be doing about it.
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6 common Shadow IT misconceptions Read More »
Summary: End user reporting has always been a source of frustration for both the IT department and the business users–wasting time for both sides. Learn why more companies are solving this problem with interactive reports, and which features you must look for in your interactive reports.
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5 elements of a good interactive report Read More »
Summary: Many businesses treat the “Bring Your Own Device” (BYOD) movement as a trend–viewing it as something they can choose to ignore. Learn why this approach is wrong, and the steps every business must take to address this growing phenomenon.
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5 BYOD steps you can’t ignore Read More »
Summary: Businesses collect data to improve their insight and decision-making ability. But, it’s having the opposite effect. Rather than helping, data overload actually hurts decision-making. In this article, we’ll cover 5 steps to help you beat ‘Information Fatigue’, and capitalize on the data you have.
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5 steps: How to get the most out of your data Read More »
Summary: The “Native apps vs. HTML5 apps” debate has raged for the last few years. Some tout the benefits of the native approach, while others swear by HTML5. The only problem is, this argument doesn’t make sense. Find out why, and which question you should be asking instead.
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Native vs. HTML5? You’re asking the wrong questionRead More »
Native vs. HTML5? You’re asking the wrong question Read More »
Summary: As technology evolves at breakneck speed, agility becomes critical. An organization’s ability to adapt to changing trends becomes necessary for survival. In this article, we explore the next major IT trends to watch for, and explain why they’re so important.
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5 game-changing IT trends of the near future Read More »
Summary: Perhaps no C-level position has undergone such enormous change in the last ten years as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) position. These days, modern CIOs face pressure from every side. Learn which major challenges face modern CIOs and IT leaders, and one way to address them.
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8 challenges facing modern CIOs and IT leaders Read More »
Summary: As business data explodes at a surprising pace, many companies still struggle with reporting. They create reports that confuse or overwhelm their executives–hampering their ability to make decisions. What do your executives think about their reports? Do you make any of these reporting mistakes?
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7 ways to build reports that your executives hateRead More »
7 ways to build reports that your executives hate Read More »
Summary: While customer portals may not sound like revenue generators, their potential may surprise you. When used properly, customer portals offer much more than convenience. Learn how customer portals can improve revenue, efficiency, and overall customer satisfaction.
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3 ways customer portals improve business Read More »
Summary: A recent study find that 96% of all web applications contain at least one ‘serious vulnerability.’ As cyber attacks rise, how can your company better protect your web applications and confidential data from a security breach?
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10 ways to strengthen web application security Read More »
Summary: Enterprise data is set to grow by 650 percent over the next 5 years. To truly capitalize on this data, companies need web reporting software that lets them easily convert data into meaningful management information. But, with all of the available reporting options, what should you look for?
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Web reporting software: 15 features to look for Read More »
Summary: Many companies rush into mobile apps, completely unaware of the risks and challenges that come with the territory. If businesses don’t first address these challenges, their mobile app will fail…and all of the time and money invested in that app will go to waste.
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7 common reasons mobile apps fail Read More »
Summary: If your company still relies heavily on spreadsheets, you’re missing out. You’re not only missing out on some key advantages that come with moving that data to a database, you’re missing one of the biggest tech revolutions since the rise of the internet.
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Still using spreadsheets? I have some bad news… Read More »
Summary: As businesses rely more on data and technology, the barrier between IT departments and the business must come down. If businesses are to succeed in a data driven world, the business must better align itself with the IT department, and eliminate some common practices that frustrate IT.
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6 common user practices that drive IT departments crazyRead More »
6 common user practices that drive IT departments crazy Read More »
