The Universal Semantic Layer: More Than Enough?

Jun 16, 2023 by /experts/ in Guest Blogs

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A "universal" semantic layer delivers uniformly defined business metrics across the data stack, but a BI solution may offer a cost-effective alternative.

Analytics Center of Excellence Part I: How to Shape the Organization

Jun 13, 2023 by Wayne Eckerson in Data Strategy Insider

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An Analytics Center of Excellence empowers business teams to meet their own information needs by changing the role of IT from developer to facilitator.

Independent Study: BI Vendor Messaging Shows Lack of Differentiation

Jun 12, 2023 by Lawson Abinanti in Positioning That Matters

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An annual assessment of the positioning strategies of the leading 21 BI vendors finds a lack of differentiation that makes it difficult for buyers to compare products.

Data Products: Part of a Data Mesh Initiative or a Stand-Alone Strategy

Jun 12, 2023 by Jay Piscioneri in Reinventing with Data

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The data mesh principle of data as a product can help you get more value from data, as part of a data mesh initiative or as a stand-alone strategy.

Data Mesh: Evaluating Your Organization's Readiness for a Decentralized Data Future

Jun 08, 2023 by Jay Piscioneri in Reinventing with Data

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Data mesh is a new paradigm for fulfilling the promised value of data. But it’s not for everyone. Learn how to assess if you’re ready for data mesh.