CIO

MAY 30, 2023

When it came to cybersecurity projects, Daniel Uzupis could always count on executive and board support during his tenure as CIO at Jefferson County Health Center in Fairfield, Iowa. “Any cybersecurity initiative I wanted to do, they didn’t argue with it; they always did it,” Uzupis says. In fact, Uzupis says he has seen over his years in IT how leadership has become more security aware and, with that, more enthusiastic supporters of security-related initiatives.

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Crayon

MAY 30, 2023

There’s a trope in teen movies where the protagonist’s mom prepares an extraordinary breakfast — eggs, bacon, bagels, fresh fruit, coffee, orange juice — only for said protagonist (annoying, self-absorbed) to absent-mindedly walk out the door with a single piece of bacon.

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CIO

MAY 25, 2023

With demand for IT workers continuing to grow and the labor market for tech talent remaining tight, CIOs can’t afford to see IT workers — particularly high-performing ones — walk out the door. And yet, walk out they just might. According to the 2022 Tech Sentiment Report from Dice, 52% of respondents said they’re likely to switch jobs in the next year, up from 44% just a year prior.

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Smart Data Collective

MAY 25, 2023

With the ever-increasing number of cyber-attacks, small businesses must take steps to prevent data breaches. Data security is essential for any business, regardless of size. Small businesses are particularly vulnerable to data breaches as they often lack the resources and expertise to protect their data from malicious actors. Fortunately, there are a number of measures that small businesses can take to protect their sensitive information from unauthorized access.

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According to 3BL and TriplePundit’s Consumer Insights & Sustainability Benchmark two-thirds of U.S. adults actively seek and follow sustainability issues. This leaves room for businesses to fill in the gaps currently seen between consumer expectations and corporate ESG communication. This research reveals what issues consumers care about and how businesses can tailor their communications to different segments of consumers.

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Chris Webb BI

MAY 28, 2023

After my post on tuning Excel cube functions last week there was some (justified) moaning on Twitter about their performance. This got me thinking about other things you could do with cube functions that might improve performance and I had a crazy idea… Late last year two new DAX functions were introduced which didn’t get much attention: ToCSV and ToJSON.

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Intelligence Node

MAY 30, 2023

Retail Sustainability has become an increasingly critical concern for businesses in the 21st century as consumers, especially the younger generations, are becoming more conscious of issues such as pollution and. The post Using Data to Transform Retail Sustainability appeared first on Blog.

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Smart Data Collective

MAY 29, 2023

The rate of growth at which world economies are growing and developing thanks to new technologies in information data and analysis means that companies are needing to prepare accordingly. As a result of the benefits of business analytics , the demand for Data analysts is growing quickly. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the role of research and data analysts is projected to grow as much as 23% in the next 8 years.

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SpyFu

MAY 25, 2023

Keyword research is the backbone of any successful SEO or content marketing campaign. It lays the groundwork for your content strategy and tells you which keywords to focus on. Any business owner or marketer that wants their website to rank well in search engine results needs to start by doing thorough keyword research. And, only after they have identified what keywords to target can they start their SEO and content optimization initiatives.

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mention

MAY 25, 2023

Picture this scenario: your brand is struggling to get traction on social media. The thing is, you’d like to take a hands-off approach to your social media channels. After all, you want to focus on other aspects of your business. Here’s a solution: Hire a social media manager. These professionals have the know-how needed to maintain or grow your brand’s social media presence.

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When economic headwinds pick up, sales leaders are the first to sound the alarm — and chart a new course. Longer sales cycles, larger buying committees, increased price pressure, and smaller teams can quickly combine to reduce your margin for error and increase the urgency to find a solution. To thrive in a challenging environment, sales teams need a rock-solid grasp of the fundamentals and the biggest force-multipliers they can get their hands on.

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CIO

MAY 26, 2023

Certifications are a great way for IT pros to pave a path to a specific career in tech. Whether in cybersecurity, software development, networking, or any other IT specialty, certifications can raise your career profile and help employers identify your areas of expertise and confirm that you have the right skills for the job. The overall perceived value of IT certifications is shifting, according to the 2023 Tech Salary Trends report from Dice.

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Domo

MAY 24, 2023

It’s an exciting time in tech with the hype level taking a sharp hockey stick jump at the recent introduction of ChatGPT, which was arguably the first to make Artificial Intelligence (AI) tangible for everyone from elementary school students to software engineers. Nearly every day we hear about new AI solutions clamoring for attention, and companies are scrambling to figure out how to pull AI into their businesses in a smart way that goes beyond the hype.

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Smart Data Collective

MAY 25, 2023

We live in a digital age, where data is the new currency. Every day, a massive amount of information is generated, processed, and stored, and it is critical for everyone who offers their services online to prioritize privacy and ensure responsible data practices. No matter whether you provide educational software development services or sell smartphones in a Shopify store, you’re likely dealing with lots of customer data—and if you’re not responsible with that, you will ruin customer trust and t

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Netbasequid

MAY 26, 2023

How deeply do you understand your audience? It’s a vital component that keeps many brand managers awake at night. They know that a company’s success involves more than maintaining a positive brand image, and we’re guessing you know this too! Let’s explore what really matters and why. Consumers form a powerful wake that rolls almost imperceptibly beneath the surface, one that can be harnessed and directed with tsunami-level force as fast as a rogue employee, unintentional product placement,

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Wink Intel

MAY 25, 2023

RADNOR, Pa.–( BUSINESS WIRE )–According to a recent study from Lincoln Financial Group (NYSE: LNC), more than 60% of retirees would like to go back and plan differently for their retirement if they could. 2 Overwhelmingly, retirees wish they’d started saving earlier and saved more for retirement. Other “would’ve, could’ve, should’ve” reflections include choosing investments that provide a steady stream of income, with 63% reporting they’d like to receive an automatic paycheck from t

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CIO

MAY 30, 2023

If you want to hear a big number that sums up a key conundrum IT leaders face today, it’s this: The Consortium for Information and Software Quality estimates that the annual cost of poor software quality in the US has grown to at least $2.41 trillion , or 9.4% of total GDP. The big picture implication is that, if CIOs were to ‘do IT right,’ we could save on a macro basis trillions of dollars.

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Dataversity

MAY 30, 2023

Cyberattacks are now a severe threat to organizations leveraging cutting-edge technology in the digital-first world. Whether phishing or malware attacks, cybercriminals increasingly exploit sensitive business information and customer identities. And what’s more worrisome is that the conventional cybersecurity architecture seems impotent against advanced attacks, since attackers are finding new ways to breach a network.

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Smart Data Collective

MAY 29, 2023

Healthcare systems are enticing targets for cybercriminals. Private health information can net a large profit on the dark web , making even just one patient’s personal records a potentially lucrative discovery. For cyber terrorists, the goal is even simpler: get in. Do damage. Get out. Their objective is only to create fear and distrust— something they can accomplish quite effectively by making people feel unsafe at their hospitals.

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Speaker: Marius Moscovici, CEO Metric Insights & Mike Smitheman, VP Metric Insights

While the proper governance of data is clearly critical to the success of any business intelligence organization, focusing on data governance alone is a huge mistake. Organizations continually fail to generate ROI on their governance initiatives because they are too narrow in scope. To be effective, Business Intelligence (BI) governance must cover both data and visualizations.

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Netbasequid

MAY 24, 2023

‘Looking around the corner’ can mean different things. Are you experiencing a communications crisis requiring immediate resolution or sorting out fashion trends that will impact merchandising decisions several months later? Regardless of the context, knowing what’s coming for you is critical, and the right data reveals all. AI-assisted discovery is crucial to understanding, simulating, and significantly shaping what could come next—and this applies to various use cases.

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Alpha Sense BI

MAY 26, 2023

For the consulting industry, major market events have laid the groundwork for ominous upcoming QoQs. When dangers of the COVID-19 spreading waned and confirmed cases dropped in Q2 2022, the Big Four financial advisory firms (Deloitte LLP, PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), Ernst & Young, and KPMG) went on a hiring spree. It’s predictable behavior when, in 2021, more than 47 million workers quit their jobs while 32% of Americans switched their careers, ushering in a wave of unemployed workers and

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CIO

MAY 26, 2023

For IT leaders, mergers and acquisitions inevitably lead to complex challenges. IT systems and resources must be rationalized and unified, and differing cultures must often be maneuvered toward alignment to ensure success going forward. But with these high-profile undertakings can also come opportunities for career growth. When Reliance Polyester — a subsidiary of global conglomerate Reliance Industries — completed its acquisition of polyester business Shubhalakshmi Polyesters (SPL) in March 2

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Dataversity

MAY 29, 2023

A unified data model allows businesses to make better-informed decisions. How? By providing organizations with a more comprehensive view of the data sources they’re using, which makes it easier to understand their customers’ experiences. A singular, interrelated network that’s connected to one source of truth gives organizations a more efficient, accurate, and comprehensive analysis of […] The post Should You Consider a Unified Data Model?

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A growing body of evidence shows that environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives are important to business growth. And it all relies on a simple fact: ESG issues matter to consumers. Consumers see businesses as crucial change agents and are willing to take their business to the competition if their current brand comes up short on ESG. In pursuit of identifying where such trends are today, 3BL Media and TriplePundit partnered with the research technology firm Glow to survey 3,648 U.S.

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Smart Data Collective

MAY 24, 2023

Great customer support plays a central role in a company’s success and profitability. Businesses with an excellent reputation for customer service tend to do better overall and stay in business longer. Companies that miss the mark often lose customers and generate negative reviews online. Unfortunately, bad reviews can deter new customers. What makes some businesses fail to provide outstanding customer support?

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Wink Intel

MAY 25, 2023

According to the U.S. Small Business Administration , about 1 in 5 small businesses fail in their first year. In fact, nearly 50% of small businesses fail in the first FIVE years. After 10 years, about 65% of businesses have failed. Only 25% of businesses survive 15 years or more. Eighteen years ago, I got my walking papers from Principal Financial Group.

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Alpha Sense BI

MAY 25, 2023

A myriad of geopolitical events occurred at the end of 2022 and beginning of 2023 that reshaped how business and tech leaders are approaching data, consent, and cybersecurity itself. Consequently , CEOs are feeling pressure to stay ahead of cyber challenges and the threats that evolve from this global landscape, according to a recent PwC survey. And while these concerns are preoccupying most C-Suite executives, the question remains: how and when did these occurrences of global tension creep int

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CIO

MAY 25, 2023

Analytics and data science vendor Alteryx is rolling ChatGPT and home-grown AI expertise into some of its core modules, with the aim of generating targeted, detailed reports at high speed. Alteryx’s AiDIN engine will power three new features, according to a company announcement Wednesday. The first, dubbed Magic Documents, applies AI to Alteryx’s Auto Insights feature, creating contextualized data visualizations in several forms, including PowerPoint, email and more.

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ABM gets better with age — but unfortunately, marketers don't have the luxury of pouring it into an oak barrel for a couple decades to let it mature. In a recent survey with Demand Gen Report, we found 59% of experienced practitioners (those with ABM programs more than a year old) indicated their ABM programs are meeting or greatly exceeding their expectations, while only 45% of novices (those with ABM programs less than one year old) could say the same.

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