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ERP modernization: Still a make-or-break project for CIOs

CIO

When it embarked on an ERP modernization project, the second time proved to be the charm for Allegis Corp., which performed two ERP deployments in seven years. “Two ERP deployments in seven years is not for the faint of heart,” admits Dave Shannon, CIO of the hardware distribution firm. Allegis had been using a legacy on-premises ERP system called Eclipse for about 15 years, which Shannon says met the business needs well but had limitations.

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How a Competitive Strategy Boosts Your Marketing Impact

Crayon

Marketing today isn’t just about creativity—it’s about strategy, pipeline, and outperforming competitors. But here’s the reality: relying on traditional marketing tools may no longer cut it. With tighter budgets, heightened expectations, and increasing competition, you need every advantage you can get.

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Power BI Copilot: Where Are The CUs Consumed?

Chris Webb BI

If you’ve looked into using Copilot with Power BI, you’ll know that you need a capacity to use it : a P1/F64 or greater. Something I learned recently, though, is that the current Power BI Copilot capabilities are only accessible via a side pane to a report and it’s the report that needs to be stored in a workspace on a P1/F64+ capacity and that’s where the CUs for Copilot are consumed.

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Why Rehab Centers Need Data Analytics for SEO

Smart Data Collective

Data analytics can help rehab providers improve their local SEO significantly, which will boost their bottom lines.

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Enterprise ABM Marketing Tools: A Marketer's Guide

Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.

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When is data too clean to be useful for enterprise AI?

CIO

Once the province of the data warehouse team, data management has increasingly become a C-suite priority, with data quality seen as key for both customer experience and business performance. But along with siloed data and compliance concerns , poor data quality is holding back enterprise AI projects. And while most executives generally trust their data, they also say less than two thirds of it is usable.

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Closing the Circle: How We Can Fill Data Gaps to Make Sustainability More Sustainable

Dataversity

Rigorous decarbonization goals have run up against the realities of running businesses. Companies are falling short of targets, as a 2022 study by the CDP (Climate Disclosure Project) revealed a mere 0.4% of disclosing organizations had credible climate transition plans, with 13% making progress. We’ve made progress in regulations, investments, and technologies; and learned a lot about the […] The post Closing the Circle: How We Can Fill Data Gaps to Make Sustainability More Sustainable ap

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Best practices for Competitive Intelligence monitoring

M Brain

If you’re not effectively monitoring your competition, you’re leaving valuable insights on the table. Staying up to date on competitors’ actions, market trends, and industry shifts can give your business a serious edge. But simply collecting information isn’t enough—you need a structured approach to make sense of it all and use it strategically.

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The key to operational AI: Modern data architecture

CIO

From customer service chatbots to marketing teams analyzing call center data, the majority of enterprises—about 90% according to recent data —have begun exploring AI. However, there’s a significant difference between those experimenting with AI and those fully integrating it into their operations. For companies investing in data science, realizing the return on these investments requires embedding AI deeply into business processes.

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Integrating Customer Insights to Deepen Client Relationships and Services

Athena Solutions BI

The client, a national leader in specialized insurance and financial services, offers healthcare professionals tailored products. Despite its strong market presence, the client struggled to access and leverage data to improve operations and meet customer needs. Challenges As the client’s company expanded, customer data became siloed across multiple business lines, each using different systems and formats.

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

Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, Terrence Sheflin, and Mahyar Ghasemali

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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Analyzing the State of Inflation in 2024 and an Outlook for 2025

Domo

Inflation. It’s a topic that never seems to leave the headlines—and for good reason. Whether you’re budgeting for groceries, splurging on Valentine’s Day , or planning summer travel , the rising cost of everyday life has a way of keeping our attention. When we first posted about rising inflation rates in February 2022, we knew it was a big deal. We thought—or hoped—the spike would be a temporary phenomenon.

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A Financial Approach to Evaluating Data, Analytics, and AI Investments

Dataversity

Extracting tangible business benefits from data and analytics projects, including those involving AI, has proven challenging for most enterprises. In 2019, VentureBeat reported that 87% of data and analytics (D&A) projects failed to reach production. In 2022, Gartner found that only 20% of insights derived from analytics translated into business outcomes.

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Why enterprises still struggle to implement AI organization-wide (and what you can do about it)

CIO

As the enthusiasm around artificial intelligence (AI) reaches its peak, it has become clear that AI is no longer just a “nice-to-have” for enterprises. Now a game changer for its efficiency and productivity gains it offers businesses, it’s no wonder that nearly every enterprise has some form of AI in place. But maximizing their AI potential can be a sizable challenge.

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Automating Financial Data Management: A Governance Roadmap (NAPC)

Athena Solutions BI

The client is a prominent full-service investment consulting firm offering innovative financial solutions to institutional investors and individuals. Focused on data-driven decision-making, the firm manages complex financial data and investment portfolios. Challenges The client faced hurdles in managing vast amounts of unstructured data. Manual processing of financial reports, 10-Ks, and corporate tear sheets created inefficiencies, magnified by vast amounts of financial data flowing in.

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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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The Innovation Table | Wes Woolbright, MBA on Judgement and Science | Part 3

Engage3

Wes Woolbright , MBA has over a decade of experience in pricing strategies, pricing operations, and revenue management across a variety of retailers, including Walmart (Director, Pricing Operations), Sam’s Club (Director, Pricing), BevMo! (Director, Pricing), and Safeway (National Category Director). Wes received his M.B.A. as well as dual degrees in Economics and history from Willamette University.

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The Toll of Analyst Burnout

Alpha Sense BI

Following the death of a young investment banker earlier this year, C-suite leaders at top investment banks have implemented new measures to cap junior banker work hours. Junior banking roles are well known across the industry to often exceed 100 hours a week in grueling, cut-throat conditions, especially during pivotal deal periods. In recent times, investment banks have taken concerted efforts to limit, track, and manage analyst hours.

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4 prerequisites for IT leaders to navigate today’s era of disruption

CIO

For its Generative AI Readiness Report, IT services company Avanade surveyed over 3,000 business and IT executives in 10 countries from companies with at least $500 million in annual revenue. Unsurprisingly, more than 90% of respondents said their organization needs to shift to an AI-first operating model by the end of this year to stay competitive — and time to do so is running out.

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Integrating Customer Insights to Deepen Client Relationships and Services

Athena Solutions BI

The client, a national leader in specialized insurance and financial services, offers healthcare professionals tailored products. Despite its strong market presence, the client struggled to access and leverage data to improve operations and meet customer needs. Challenges As the client’s company expanded, customer data became siloed across multiple business lines, each using different systems and formats.

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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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How Retail Competitor Analysis Shapes Pricing Strategies

Engage3

A strong retail pricing strategy is essential for businesses to stay competitive in today’s market. By analyzing competitors, pricing trends, and customer behaviors, retailers can develop strategies that enhance customer loyalty and drive profitability. This guide explores how conducting a retail competitor analysis plays a critical role in shaping an effective retail pricing strategy and offers actionable steps to stay ahead of the competition.

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Leveraging ICT for Smarter Decision-Making in Competitive Intelligence

SCIP

SCIP Insights Leveraging ICT for Smarter Decision-Making in Competitive Intelligence For any organization, making informed decisions is critical to stay competitive. Competitive intelligence (CI) has become a cornerstone of strategic planning, helping organizations analyze market trends, monitor competitors, and anticipate industry shifts. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has further elevated the potential of CI by providing robust tools and platforms to gather, process, and analyz

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How Du’s vision for sovereign cloud and AI will transform UAE’s digital governance

CIO

Du, one of the largest telecommunications operators in the Middle East, is deploying Oracle Alloy to offer cloud and sovereign AI services to business, government, and public sector organizations in the UAE. By partnering with Oracle, Du is set to enhance sovereign cloud and AI capabilities for the government and public sector entities, specifically targeting Dubai and the Northern Emirates.

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Automating Financial Data Management: A Governance Roadmap (NAPC)

Athena Solutions BI

The client is a prominent full-service investment consulting firm offering innovative financial solutions to institutional investors and individuals. Focused on data-driven decision-making, the firm manages complex financial data and investment portfolios. Challenges The client faced hurdles in managing vast amounts of unstructured data. Manual processing of financial reports, 10-Ks, and corporate tear sheets created inefficiencies, magnified by vast amounts of financial data flowing in.

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4 AI Hacks to Make Sales Teams More Efficient

Over the last two years, there’s been a 76 percent increase in AI adoption across sales organizations. The reason for its rise? AI increases teams’ productivity by predicting and automating actions that require manual effort. In other words, the research that takes reps hours, AI can do in seconds. For sales teams, AI opens up a world of new possibilities, including automating outreach, identifying best-fit buyers, and keeping CRMs flush with fresh data.

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Infographic: BARC Data, BI & Analytics Trend Monitor 2025

BI Survey

BARC’s Data, BI & Analytics Trend Monitor 2025 reflects on the trends currently shaping the BI, analytics and data management market. We ask close to 1,800 users, consultants and vendors for their views on the most important trends in BI, analytics and data management. Numerous respondents reveal a comprehensive picture of regional, company and industry-specific differences and deliver an up-to-date perspective of the market.

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AI Data Governance Spotlights Privacy and Quality

Dataversity

The emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) brings data governance into sharp focus because grounding large language models (LLMs) with secure, trusted data is the only way to ensure accurate responses. So, what exactly is AI data governance? Let’s define “AI data governance” as the process of managing the data product lifecycle within AI systems.

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La inteligencia artificial trasciende al espacio

CIO

Investigadores del grupo AIDA procedentes de la Universidad Politécnica de Madrid (UPM) han plantado cara a problemas tradicionales del sector aeroespacial gracias a la innovación tecnológica. Capitaneados por Víctor Rodríguez-Fernández han logrado superar las limitaciones de modelos anteriores gracias a la utilización de la inteligencia artificial (IA).

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Integrating Customer Insights to Deepen Client Relationships and Services

Athena Solutions BI

The client, a national leader in specialized insurance and financial services, offers healthcare professionals tailored products. Despite its strong market presence, the client struggled to access and leverage data to improve operations and meet customer needs. Challenges As the client’s company expanded, customer data became siloed across multiple business lines, each using different systems and formats.

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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.