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Vulnerability Analysis

Cipher

As businesses identify trends and implement data, the need for vulnerability analysis (VA) arises. Knowing critical elements of the market in which you’re competing is a vital and ongoing exercise. As part of a broader competitive intelligence strategy, vulnerability analysis provides key data and insight.

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Savvy Companies Find Brilliant Ways To Benefit From Inbound Call Data

Smart Data Collective

Countless companies recognize the growing importance of big data. However, many of them lack the insights needed to acquire and utilize data effectively. There are so many possible sources of data, but they don’t tap them to their full advantage. One of the most overlooked sources of data is from inbound calls. Companies are finding new ways to leverage call data to their full advantage.

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EMEA Outbound Sales: ZoomInfo CEO on Selling Overseas

Zoominfo

We know what you’re thinking, but even with new privacy laws, B2B prospecting is possible in Europe, if you’re taking the right steps. That was the main message from Founder and CEO of ZoomInfo, Henry Shuck, for the audience at the 2020 SaaStock EMEA conference. At this year’s virtual event Henry Schuck, delivered a keynote presentation called “Hit Your Number: How To Fast-Track Your Outbound Sales and Marketing in Europe.”.

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Competitive Intelligence Spotlight #35: Laurie Young, Director of Competitive Intelligence with Lone Star Analysis

ArchIntel

ArchIntel™ -. Laurie Young , director of Competitive Intelligence with Lone Star Analysis , recently spoke with ArchIntel regarding how competitive intelligence has changed with the emergence of new technologies, how to manage customers’ needs and strategies, as well as building partnerships and customer relationships in the marketplace. Young also discussed how she measures success and drafts effective competitive intelligence reports. .

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin

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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Never underestimate the importance of your firm's website

Vable

Premium content aggregator sites like Vable are a great current awareness tool for library and information professionals. However the unprecedented challenges presented by 2020 have required business development teams to revisit their firm’s strategy. Is it possible that content aggregation could also play a part in the ongoing success of your firm?

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Let’s Get Personal: What Role Does Personalization Play In Sales?

Zoominfo

Let’s face it: in today’s B2B buying landscape, we’ve got options. If one company doesn’t make the effort to address your specific pain points, there’s another one that will. The whole point of personalization in sales is standing out among the competition. You might have a great product, but it’s not enough to be noticed by potential buyers. If you don’t find a way to connect with them, it won’t matter how useful your product or service actually is.

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Competitive Intelligence Spotlight #34: Luke Foster, Competitive Intelligence Analyst for Amentum

ArchIntel

ArchIntel™ -. Luke Foster , competitive intelligence analyst with Amentum , recently spoke with ArchIntel regarding his position and the competitive intelligence market. Foster spoke on his lessons learned, challenges faced in the sector, how to gather information as well as how to create an effective team to efficiently conduct actionable analysis. .

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A Power Query Custom Function to Rename all Columns at Once in a Table

BI Insight

I am involved with a Power BI development in the past few days. I got some data exported from various systems in different formats, including Excel, CSV and OData. The CSV files are data export dumps from an ERP system. Working with ERP systems can be very time consuming, especially when you don’t have access … Continue reading A Power Query Custom Function to Rename all Columns at Once in a Table.

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Freelancers Use Big Data To Streamline Cryptocurrency

Smart Data Collective

Big data is changing the nature of cryptocurrency trading in unanticipated ways. A number of cryptocurrency experts have discovered new ways to use big data to improve the scalability of their networks. Freelancers and other small businesses need to find creative ways to embrace big data. They should look for data-driven strategies to invest in cryptocurrencies.

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Gain a Competitive Edge With This Scenario Planning Toolkit

In a world where uncertainty and change are constant, scenario planning empowers companies with the agility and competitive edge needed to thrive. Download the toolkit to fortify your business strategy , set up your competitive positioning , and ensure your company is poised to respond to any future scenario.

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Are Businesses Releasing More or Less Products in 2020? Depends on Size.

Zoominfo

Any way you toss the numbers, it’s shocking: Companies have launched more new products so far in 2020 than in each of the prior two years. Through just September 2020, companies have rolled out 7% more products than in 2019 and 19% more than in 2018. That’s despite — or maybe because of — a deadly pandemic, damaged economies in many countries, and massive joblessness.

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Competitive Intelligence Spotlight #33: Marcia Altgilbers, Competitive Intelligence & Price-to-Win Director of BAE Systems

ArchIntel

ArchIntel™ -. Marcia Algilbers , director of Competitive Intelligence & Price-to-Win with BAE Systems , recently spoke with ArchIntel regarding the importance of ethics, how to measure success and skill within competitive intelligence teams, as well as technology that has supported data collection and analysis. . “Competitive intelligence is important because we’re not just focused on gathering data, we’re also focused on analyzing the data to extract what we believe our competitor’s p

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4 Google My Business Fields That Impact Ranking (and 3 That Don't) — Whiteboard Friday

Moz

Posted by JoyHawkins With so many customization options in your Google My Business profile, it can be tough to decide what to focus on. But when it comes to ranking on the SERP, there are actually only four GMB fields that influence where your business will land. In this brand new Whiteboard Friday, MozCon speaker and owner/founder of Sterling Sky, Joy Hawkins, takes us through the fields she and her team has found do (and do not) effect rankings.

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5 Essential Cybersecurity Tips For Data Centric Businesses In 2021

Smart Data Collective

Businesses in 2021 need to take a more data-driven approach than ever before. This entails utilizing big data for marketing, optimizing finances and addressing countless other purposes. However, big data has also created some concerns for many businesses. Their internal data could be exposed. If customer data is exposed during a data breach, then they could face a very expensive crisis.

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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What Role Does Personalization Play In B2B Sales?

Zoominfo

Let’s face it: in today’s B2B buying landscape, we’ve got options. If one company doesn’t make the effort to address your specific pain points , there’s another one that will. The whole point of personalization in sales is standing out among the competition. You might have a great product, but it’s not enough to be noticed by potential buyers. If you don’t find a way to connect with them, it won’t matter how useful your product or service actually is.

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Build the Financial Resilience to Weather Uncertainty with Strength and Confidence

Timo Elliot

With SAP partner Sapphire Systems in the UK, I did a live web seminar for mid-sized organizations on the theme of Build the Financial Resilience to Weather Uncertainty with Strength and Confidence. I covered 5 concrete steps organizations can take, illustrated with real-world examples: liquidity and cost management, working capital management, operations and logistics, dynamic planning, and human and resource management.

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The State of Local SEO: Experts Weigh in on Industry-Specific Tactics

Moz

Posted by MiriamEllis The COVID-19 pandemic has upended the way we engage with local businesses. We're ordering more food for delivery, spending more money in online shops, and checking for safety measures on the web listings of businesses of all kinds. But what do these new trends mean for the ways businesses market themselves online? We asked five local SEO experts to zero in on the trends and tactics businesses across five industries should focus on to get ahead — and stay ahead — during this

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5 Vital And Helpful Data-Driven Tips To Bolster Cybersecurity

Smart Data Collective

Big data is changing the future of cybersecurity in unanticipated ways. One poll found that 84% of companies felt that big data was critical for preventing cybersecurity attacks. Every organization needs to take all possible precautions to stop cyberattacks. They need to invest in data-driven strategies to stop malware distribution and other online attacks.

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7 Strategies to Gather (and Actually Use) Competitive Intel from Employees

Leaders in competitive intel know that the employees who interact with customers and prospects every day hold valuable competitive insights that could help win sales. But they don’t have a good plan or system to gather, organize, and share these insights with the stakeholders who need them. In this eBook, we outline 7 strategies to make it easier to build and scale an employee sharing program that will drive competitive advantage.

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EMEA Outbound Sales: ZoomInfo CEO on Selling Overseas

Zoominfo

We know what you’re thinking, outbound in EMEA? No way. But even with new privacy laws, B2B prospecting is possible in Europe, if you’re taking the right steps. That was the main message from Founder and CEO of ZoomInfo, Henry Schuck, for the audience at the 2020 SaaStock EMEA conference. At this year’s virtual event Henry Schuck, delivered a keynote presentation called “Hit Your Number: How To Fast-Track Your Outbound Sales and Marketing in Europe.

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A Power Query Custom Function to Rename all Columns at Once in a Table

BI Insight

I am involved with a Power BI development in the past few days. I got some data exported from various systems in different formats, including Excel, CSV and OData. The CSV files are data export dumps from an ERP system. Working with ERP systems can be very time consuming, especially when you don’t have access … Continue reading A Power Query Custom Function to Rename all Columns at Once in a Table.

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Basic Reputation Management for Better Customer Service

Moz

Posted by MiriamEllis The Internet can be a great connector, but sometimes, it acts as a barrier. Your local business receives a negative review, and the slate-colored words on the bland white screen can seem so cold, remote. You respond, but the whole interaction feels stilted, formal, devoid of face-to-face human feelings, like this: At least when a complaint occurs via phone, the tone of a customer’s voice tells you a bit more and you can strive to respond with an appropriate vocal pitch, fur

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5 Crucial Database Practices For Overseeing Sound Big Data Strategies

Smart Data Collective

Big data has led to some major breakthroughs for businesses all over the world. Last year, global organizations spent $180 billion on big data analytics. However, the benefits of big data can only be realized if data sets are properly organized. One of the most important steps is to make sure that databases are properly structured, organized and secured.

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Business Intelligence 101: How To Make The Best Solution Decision For Your Organization

Speaker: Evelyn Chou

Choosing the right business intelligence (BI) platform can feel like navigating a maze of features, promises, and technical jargon. With so many options available, how can you ensure you’re making the right decision for your organization’s unique needs? 🤔 This webinar brings together expert insights to break down the complexities of BI solution vetting.

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A Guide to Recruiting Financial Advisors

Zoominfo

Did you know that the average financial advisor in the United States is over 50 years old? Or that only 5 percent of advisors are younger than 30 ? The research group, Cerulli Associates found that the number of financial advisors in the U.S. has fallen every year since 2010. Firms have been plagued by a decreasing workforce, which will only get worse.

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5 Secrets to a More Agile and Innovative Organization

Domo

At a time unlike any this world has been through over the last century, organizations that place an emphasis on agility and innovation have a distinct competitive advantage in their marketplace no matter what may come next, experts believe. “We have to be agile right now because we have to move quickly, and we have to innovate because nobody’s been in this situation before—at least not for 100 years.”.

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There's Gold In Them Thar SERPs: Mining Important SEO Insights from Search Results

Moz

Posted by AndrewDennis33 There’s gold in them thar SERPs…gold I tell ya! Now, whether that phrase takes you back to a simpler (maybe? I don’t know, I was born in the 80s) time of gold panning, Mark Twain, and metallurgical assay — or just makes you want some Velveeta shells and liquid gold (I also might be hungry) — the point is, there is a lot you can learn from analyzing search results.

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Here’s Why Free VPNs Are A Data Privacy Nightmare

Smart Data Collective

This summer, a major report on data breaches was released. This report was more concerning than most other reports on data breaches, because it turned out that several free VPN providers had been the target. According to the Sydney Morning Herald, more than 20 million users were affected by the data breach and over 1 billion records were exposed. This was one of the most concerning data breaches in modern history.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr