Cloud Computing Enables Self-serve BI
by mark Cunningham -
March 17, 2010
If you are the average Internet user, you probably think the term “cloud” refers to weather. But every time you use Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Linked-In or Flickr you are "living in the cloud?” Cloud computing is the next stage in the Internet's evolution, providing the means through which everything — from computing power and infrastructure, applications and business processes to personal collaboration — can be delivered to you as a pay-per-use service, wherever and whenever you need. Momentum for cloud computing is building and it is on the verge of a tipping point.
How Useful and Usable Are Your KPIs?
by Stacey Barr -
March 11, 2010
You know the reason why the measure exists and this reason is related to either tracking or improving your business success. This means the measure is related to either a strategic, tactical or operational goal or objective. If it isn’t, ask yourself: “what would happen if I didn’t measure this?”
Tips on Creating Outstanding International AddressesA Data Quality Article
by SMIT KHARADI -
March 10, 2010
Why take care of your international data? All data is the path to communication with your prospects and customers. If your customers are international, they will appreciate their direct marketing piece, emails and other communications adapted for their local language. It will set you apart from many other companies and give you the edge in today’s competitive world.
Data Visualization Basics For DashboardsPart 1
by Huzefa Johar -
March 9, 2010
In simple terms, a dashboard is a software application that retrieves an organization's data and presents it in a way that makes it easier to monitor and control business processes. Since a dashboard displays information in a way that makes it easy to spot anomalies, managers are instantly alerted when something isn’t functioning in the intended way. In fact, there have been several instances where dashboards have helped to avert problems long before they could manifest.