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What is data architecture? A framework to manage data

CIO

Shared data assets, such as product catalogs, fiscal calendar dimensions, and KPI definitions, require a common vocabulary to help avoid disputes during analysis. They must prevent issues like data corruption, duplication, or loss. Establish a common vocabulary. Curate the data.

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Data Analytics Optimizes Shipping through KPI Tracking

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A certain amount of damage to shipments is to be expected (after all, transportation can be unpredictable) but using KPIs can identify preventable situations and reduce losses due to damage. Inventory accuracy is another KPI to track. Big data plays a very important role in tracking damage of packages during transit.

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PepsiCo transforms for the digital era

CIO

IDC analyst Craig Powers says increased automation inevitably leads to some job losses. Every data set, every data KPI, or every data field is as important as the app,” she says. “These new skills enabled me to take on a new role where I am able to leverage advanced analytics to solve HR problems.” Yes, the data is key.

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Building a stronger supply chain through automation

CIO

While the pricing strategy involves multiple factors, precise cost information has saved us millions of dollars in potential losses. We can measure our progress effectively by linking a key performance indicator (KPI) to this process. That level of documentation is essential for successful automation.

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Top Sales KPIs for Your B2B Sales Reps

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To help you select the most effective KPIs for your team, we’ve categorized the list into six buckets, each reflecting a broader sales goal. Each KPI includes a quick explanation and the benefits for using it. These KPI spotlight where reps are falling short and what they can act on quickly to improve performance.

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KPI Management And Best Practices: How To Find The Perfect KPI Solutions?

Datapine Blog

Table of Contents 1) What Is KPI Management? 2) Why Do KPIs Matter? 3) What Are KPI Best Practices? An even more interesting fact: The blogs we read regularly are not only influenced by KPI management but also concerning content, style, and flow; they’re often molded by the suggestions of these goal-driven metrics.

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40 Marketing KPIs Your Team Needs to Track

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Although the company budget affects all departments, these specific KPIs pertain to marketing teams (and therefore sales, too): Customer acquisition cost (CAC) or Cost per acquisition (CPA) Return on investment (ROI) Return on ad spend (ROAS) Cost per click (CPC) — advertisement Marketing spend per customer. Digital Channels and Content.

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