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.
Social Media Data is Changing Customer-Focused Business Intelligence
by Blake Cahill -
March 8, 2010
In today’s super-competitive business world, information is everything, and the customer is king. The best-run companies pay particular attention to information that helps them learn about their customers and their preferences. This customer intelligence informs nearly every business decision, from pricing and promotions to customer retention and operations planning.