Are you ready for embedded and contextual analytics?

If you are considering embedded or white-labelled analytics solutions, this post will help to explain why it’s paramount for you to first understand the analytic capability of your software before taking action.   As a product manager, you will need to determine what constitutes a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) before launching it. It is critical to […]

Let Natural Language Query be your guide

Natural Language Query (NLQ) allows a user to enter search terms or phrases as if they are speaking them naturally. This includes statements, questions or a simple list of keywords.  NLQ is a self-service BI capability that allows non technical users to ask questions of their data and receive a chart or report that answers […]

Prepare data that’s fit for consumption

When creating a meal the Chef carefully considers the correct mix of essential ingredients. Ensuring the meal not only looks and taste great but also provides the optimum health and nutrition. This is also true for business intelligence data preparation. Organisations need to consolidate essential information from disparate sources, in a way that provides satisfying […]

With mobility less is more

When making a fast food order do we then expect to receive a 3 course gourmet meal?  Of course not, even if this may occasionally be a fleeting wish! So why do we get exasperated with the lack of detailed features on our mobile devices? In the pursuit of instant access, product managers and developers […]

Once upon a time series

‘Tell me a fact and I’ll learn. Tell me a truth and I’ll believe. But tell me a story and it will live in my heart forever.’ – Native American Proverb. Since childhood stories have shaped our view of the world. Expanding our imagination and introducing us to new ideas to deal with real life situations. By triggering our […]

Prepare to visually impress your audience

It’s a tough break for modern software applications. To be considered a catch they need to have it all: good looks, brains and wealth! That’s why great dashboards with visually stunning insights, actionable information and rich analytics are a key requirement. The question is: “How do you transform puzzling data into transparent and meaningful business […]

Can’t see the view for the fields?

Can you ever imagine a time without spreadsheets? They don’t appear to be going away anytime soon, and for good reason. Most businesses hold historical data within them, and let’s face it, they are a snap to create. However, in today’s fast-paced world of data consumption via dazzling pretty pics our trusted friend ‘the spreadsheet’ […]