CIO

JULY 25, 2024

The recovery from last week’s defective content update from CrowdStrike that impacted millions of Microsoft Windows endpoints has been a significant undertaking, to say the least. The outage put enterprises, cloud services providers, and critical infrastructure providers into precarious positions, and has drawn attention to how dominant CrowdStrike’s market share has become, commanding an estimated 24% of the endpoint detection and response (EDR) market.

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Chris Webb BI

JULY 14, 2024

Concluding my series of blog posts on seemingly harmless things you can do in a Power BI report that can lead to performance problems and the “This visual has exceeded the available resources” error (see also “ Calculate(), Filter() and DAX memory usage ” and “ DAX measures that never return blank “), in this post I’ll show how table visuals with vertical scrollbars that potentially show thousands of rows can be a Bad Thing.

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Smart Data Collective

JULY 21, 2024

These top artificial intelligence and machine learning companies are providing great options for anyone interested in AI or machine learning.

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mention

JULY 31, 2024

Did you know that, according to PWC , 69% of company leaders claimed to have experienced a crisis over five years? In today’s unpredictable world, a crisis isn’t a matter of ‘if’ but ‘when.’ This clear reality shows how important it is to manage crises. Crisis management is about responding to a situation and planning to reduce harm and ensure a fast recovery.

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As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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Dataversity

JULY 22, 2024

Discerning businesses are ensuring each area of their organizations has access to performance metrics. Armed with data, their teams can accelerate decision-making, respond to client and marketplace demands, and mitigate risks. The issue is many organizations have segregated data environments. Each department often has its own data management platform that may not integrate with other […] The post Data Concierge: Driving Business Intelligence Collaboration appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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CIO

JULY 22, 2024

The widespread disruption caused by the recent CrowdStrike software glitch, which led to a global outage of Windows systems, has sent shockwaves through the IT community. For CIOs, the event serves as a stark reminder of the inherent risks associated with over-reliance on a single vendor, particularly in the cloud. The incident, which saw IT systems crashing and displaying the infamous “ blue screen of death (BSOD) ,” exposed the vulnerabilities of heavily cloud-dependent infrastructures.

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Chris Webb BI

JULY 6, 2024

Following on from my earlier post on the Query Memory Limit in Power BI , and as companion to last week’s post on how a DAX antipattern using Calculate() and Filter() can lead to excessive memory consumption by queries (and therefore lead to you hitting the Query Memory Limit), in this post I want to look at the effects of another DAX antipattern on performance and memory usage: measures that can never return a blank value.

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Smart Data Collective

JULY 25, 2024

Mastering data governance in a multi-cloud environment is key! Delve into best practices for seamless integration, compliance, and data quality management.

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mention

JULY 24, 2024

Is your online reputation holding you back? Are negative search results, harsh reviews, or social media smears overshadowing your achievements and causing real-world damage? You’re not alone. A damaged online image can have serious consequences. The good news is that it doesn’t have to be permanent. There are proven strategies you can implement right now to take back control, rebuild trust, and restore your online reputation.

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JULY 1, 2024

Hello! I’m Mark Horseman, and welcome to The Cool Kids Corner. This is my monthly check-in to share with you the people and ideas I encounter as a data evangelist with DATAVERSITY. This month we’re talking about Non-Invasive Data Governance (NIDG). If I haven’t already given it away, our featured Cool Kid is none other […] The post The Cool Kids Corner: Non-Invasive Data Governance appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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SpyFu

JULY 26, 2024

Running a successful digital marketing agency is no easy feat. You're juggling client work, operations, sales, hiring—the list is endless. And at the end of the day, you need to deliver results or risk losing clients and getting a bad reputation. However, the challenges along the way are opportunities in disguise to grow, evolve, and emerge stronger than before.

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CIO

JULY 26, 2024

Despite digital transformation being a highly effective way to further develop the long-term business model, it can be a very drawn-out and arduous process. But the majority of companies in Germany, in particular, rely on the cloud in its various facets, and have now achieved a certain level of maturity when it comes to migrating workloads. Maturity means, on one hand, that users have not only gained experience with individual dedicated cloud services, but in many cases are now also modernizing

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Chris Webb BI

JULY 28, 2024

In recent my posts on the Command Memory Limit error and the partialBatch mode for Power BI semantic model refresh, I mentioned that one way to avoid memory errors when refreshing large semantic models was to run use refresh type clearValues followed by a full refresh – but that the downside of doing this was that your model would not be queryable until the full refresh had completed.

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Smart Data Collective

JULY 29, 2024

There are a lot of cybersecurity risks for companies that rely on AI, but they can be rectified if you take the right steps.

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mention

JULY 26, 2024

Your brand reputation can change in an instant. A single tweet, review, or article can determine how customers see your business. Depending on how you handle this situation, it can have a direct impact on conversions, engagement, and your future in the industry. That’s where brand monitoring is more important than ever before. It’s your eyes and ears in a space that’s absolutely saturated with information.

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Dataversity

JULY 26, 2024

When it comes to solving business problems, data scientists understand how crucial it is to formulate the right business question. While it’s easy to get sidetracked by intriguing data trails, the most effective questions are those that align closely with organizational priorities, provide actionable insights, and guide strategic decisions. Here are the key principles for crafting high-impact […] The post How to Ask Great Questions with a Data Science Lens appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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SpyFu

JULY 19, 2024

In this guide, we are going to clearly explain the difference between on-page versus off-page SEO, their importance, and the key factors that impact each one. While these are certainly separate practices, you should always think about it as on-page AND off-page SEO. A great SEO strategy considers both elements equally. In today’s competitive SEO market, having amazing content is only the start.

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CIO

JULY 23, 2024

As a digital transformation leader and former CIO, I carry a healthy dose of paranoia. Call it survival instincts: Risks that can disrupt an organization from staying true to its mission and accomplishing its goals must constantly be surfaced, assessed, and either mitigated or managed. Is the organization transforming fast enough? Are stakeholders struggling or unhappy?

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Chris Webb BI

JULY 21, 2024

One of the great things about the SQLBits conference in the UK is the way that all the session recordings are made available for for anyone to view for free on their YouTube channel. All the recordings from the 2024 conference have now been posted and it’s a goldmine for anyone who wants to deepen their Power BI or Fabric knowledge. Here are the recordings for my three sessions: Fabric Direct Lake Deep Dive What’s new in Power Query in Power BI, Fabric and Excel?

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Smart Data Collective

JULY 11, 2024

Data analytics technology has helped us better understand the importance of coming up with strategic domains for online marketing.

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mention

JULY 22, 2024

Predictive media monitoring is a game changer. It uses data analysis, machine learning, and statistical models to forecast trends and behaviors in today’s digital world. This helps organizations stay ahead. This technology scans vast amounts of data, including comments, shares, and likes, to provide actionable insights. This isn’t just about keeping an eye on current trends; it’s about anticipating future ones.

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Dataversity

JULY 9, 2024

OpenAI launched generative AI (GenAI) into the mainstream last year, and we haven’t stopped talking about it since – and for good reason. When done right, its benefits are indisputable, saving businesses time, money, and resources. Industries from customer service to technology are experiencing the shift. In fact, a recent study showed a significant increase in GenAI […] The post Proceed with Caution: Generative AI in Identity appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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SpyFu

JULY 16, 2024

Links are the lifeblood of the internet, connecting web pages and sites in an intricate network of information and authority. For SEO professionals and marketers, understanding the nuances of internal and external links is crucial for crafting effective strategies. Let's dive into the world of link building and explore how these two types of links can supercharge your SEO efforts.

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CIO

JULY 2, 2024

When it comes to maximizing productivity, IT leaders can turn to an array of motivators, including regular breaks, free snacks and beverages, workspace upgrades, mini contests, and so on. Yet there’s now another, cutting-edge tool that can significantly spur both team productivity and innovation: artificial intelligence. Any task or activity that’s repetitive and can be standardized on a checklist is ripe for automation using AI, says Jeff Orr, director of research for digital technology at ISG’

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Chris Webb BI

JULY 30, 2024

Here’s another one of my occasional posts about books I’ve been sent free copies of. Full disclosure: as always, these aren’t reviews as such, they’re more like free publicity in return for the free books and I don’t pretend to be unbiased; also the Amazon UK links have a affiliate code in that gives me a kickback if you buy any of these books.

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