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APRIL 22, 2024

Salesforce’s negotiations to acquire enterprise data management software provider Informatica have fallen through as both couldn’t agree on the terms of the deal. That the talks about the deal had come to a close was reported by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) and Reuters , citing an anonymous source. The disagreement about the terms of the deal is more likely to be around the price of each share of Informatica, WSJ reported, adding that Salesforce was negotiating a mid-30s price per share with th

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mention

APRIL 22, 2024

Brand managers ensure their brand performs well in the market and resonates with their target audience. To achieve this, they need to track key performance indicators (KPIs) that help them measure the success of their brand management strategies. With so many metrics, however, it can be challenging to determine which ones to focus on. In this article, we will explore five KPIs every brand manager should track to understand their brand’s performance better. 5 KPIs Every Brand Manager Should

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CIO

APRIL 18, 2024

A new breed of AI assistant has set its sights on the enterprise user in recent months, with Microsoft and other vendors promising huge productivity gains that offset the cost. But Microsoft still has work to do on its value proposition. Its Copilot for Microsoft 365, a high-profile offering among the growing list of AI agents, costs $30 per seat per month, with a 300-seat minimum.

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Chris Webb BI

APRIL 21, 2024

It’s time for another short post on the free books that various authors have been kind enough to send me over the last few months. Full disclosure: these aren’t reviews as such, they’re more like free publicity in return for the free books, and I don’t pretend to be unbiased; also the Amazon UK links have a affiliate code in that gives me a kickback if you buy any of these books.

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Smart Data Collective

APRIL 16, 2024

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CIO

APRIL 17, 2024

Salesforce’s reported bid to acquire enterprise data management vendor Informatica could mean consolidation for the integration platform-as-a-service (iPaaS) market and a new revenue stream for Salesforce, according to analysts. “With this deal, Salesforce would be the dominant data integration company, making it the starting point for enterprises trying to bring disparate data sources together,” said Hyoun Park, chief analyst at Amalgam Insights.

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FedSavvy

APRIL 18, 2024

This blog summarizes some of the significant contract wins and losses that have shaped the current federal contracting landscape today. This includes successful defense of recompetes and some major takeaway contract wins. Keep reading for some highlighted wins and losses in the GOVCON space. Figure 1 – A summary of recent, major contract wins. Amentum wins Army takeaway contract In October 2023, Amentum was awarded a five-year, $327 million contract to engineer, integrate and test advanced proto

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Intelligence Node

APRIL 17, 2024

The 2024 economic climate has heightened shopper price sensitivity. This shift has sparked a retail revolution with dynamic, data-informed pricing strategies and cutting-edge technology. This surge in price consciousness among. The post The Crucial Role of Price Matching in Today’s Retail Landscape appeared first on Blog.

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Smart Data Collective

APRIL 22, 2024

AI technology has created a number of new opportunities for the education sector, which is creating new career opportunities as well.

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Domo

APRIL 17, 2024

Are you ever overwhelmed by how much data you have scattered across your marketing channels and tools? It’s like trying to navigate a maze without a map, piecing together insights from fragmented sources. There’s a solution to this data chaos. At Domo, it’s called a connector. So…what’s a connector? If you work in marketing (like me), you may not know what connectors are and how powerful they can be.

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CIO

APRIL 17, 2024

Innovation is essential, especially in the contact center as the tip of the spear in customer experience, but how do you activate your modernization plan? I had the opportunity to speak with Mary Daniel, VP of Customer Solutions Center for Aflac, a long-time Avaya customer, at the Gartner Symposium last fall. Mary is a veteran when it comes to customer experience and was most recently named by Constellation Research to the AX100 list , an elite group of executives who are breaking barriers and

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Dataversity

APRIL 22, 2024

You wouldn’t build a house without a concrete foundation. So why are many technology leaders attempting to adopt GenAI technologies before ensuring their data quality can be trusted? Reliable and consistent data is the bedrock of a successful AI strategy. Incomplete or inconsistent data prompts GenAI models to propose equally unreliable outputs, calling the basic […] The post Good Data Quality Is the Secret to Successful GenAI Implementation appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Data Hut

APRIL 22, 2024

Online retail is constantly changing and requires adaptation. Customers quickly move between social media, brand websites, and online markets. Providing a consistent brand experience is critical. Establishing solid relationships with distributors to connect your brand to a broad audience is essential for success in this rapidly growing marketplace. One of the most effective strategies for ensuring mutual success and loyalty with your distributors is implementing Minimum Advertised Price (MAP) p

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Smart Data Collective

APRIL 21, 2024

A new startups has released some major breakthroughs in blockchain technology by launching the Reactive Network.

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Splash BI

APRIL 18, 2024

People Analytics Whitepaper Explore the HR Strategies that will Shape the Future of Work in 2024 As we transition from the significant upheavals of the Great Resignation, during which many employees contemplated switching jobs for improved career prospects, the current workforce environment remains highly dynamic. Now more than ever, your workforce strategies require timely updates.

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CIO

APRIL 19, 2024

A scramble to invest in artificial intelligence and a natural replacement cycle for computing devices purchased during the COVID pandemic will lead to an 8% increase in global IT spending this year, Gartner predicted. Interest in AI, building since last year, will push a 10% increase in data center system spending this year, driving worldwide IT spending to $5.06 trillion, said John-David Lovelock, distinguished vice president analyst at Gartner.

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Dataversity

APRIL 17, 2024

In the world of data management, the focus often zeroes in on the performance, scalability, and reliability of database systems. Total cost of ownership (TCO) is a crucial aspect that should hold equal – if not more – importance. TCO isn’t just a financial metric; it’s a comprehensive assessment that can significantly impact a business’s […] The post Why Total Cost of Ownership Is a Critical Metric in High-Availability Databases appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Alpha Sense BI

APRIL 17, 2024

The manufacturing and energy industries are rapidly evolving, and the advent of artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly transforming how we approach predictive maintenance , supply chain management, and process management. AlphaSense’s Expert Insights boasts an extensive range of firsthand perspectives from manufacturing and energy experts covering the latest trends and topics.

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Smart Data Collective

APRIL 22, 2024

Smart factories offer a number of new solutions for manufacturing companies trying to bolster their bottom lines.

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TDAN BI

APRIL 17, 2024

I call it a “data crime” when someone is abusing or misusing data. When we understand these stories and their implications, it can help us learn from mistakes and prevent future data crimes. The stories can also be helpful if you have to explain the importance of data management to someone.

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Dataversity

APRIL 18, 2024

Major business setbacks due to risk management failures happen every year. They are also some of the costliest, adding up to millions of dollars in regulatory fines, lawsuits, payouts, and lost brand value. Leaders want to avoid these types of issues and rely on sound internal data management to mitigate risk and maintain confidence and […] The post Data-Driven Defense: AI as the New Frontier in Business Security appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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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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Wink Intel

APRIL 22, 2024

Revol One Financial has officially entered the annuity market, and launched their products! They are offering a MYGA, a MYGIA (think a MYGA with an indexed twist), and an indexed annuity. For all the deets, check them out on Wink, Inc. ‘s AnnuitySpecs tool. We’ve got you covered! -sjm The post Revol One has officially entered the annuity market appeared first on Wink, Inc.

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Smart Data Collective

APRIL 16, 2024

Lawyers are becoming more dependent on AI technology, which is helping them get better settlements for customers in ride-sharing accidents.

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TDAN BI

APRIL 17, 2024

The focus of my last column, titled Crossing the Data Divide: Data Catalogs and the Generative AI Wave, was on the impact of large language models (LLM) and generative artificial intelligence (AI) and how we disseminate knowledge throughout the enterprise and the future role of the data catalogs.

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CIO

APRIL 16, 2024

It’s Wednesday night. You’re fast asleep aboard the USS Enterprise Star Trek. Suddenly, you wake to an urgent announcement and rush to the bridge of the starship. Captain James T. Kirk is activating warp drive and you see the iconic blurred streaks of light as the spaceship reaches warp speed. Within seconds, you are traveling faster than the speed of light to reach a Klingon war in the Alpha Quadrant–arriving in minutes versus years.

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Dataversity

APRIL 16, 2024

In the healthcare industry, surgical capacity management is one of the biggest issues organizations face. Hospitals and surgery centers must be efficient in handling their resources. The margins are too small for waste, and there are too many patients in need of care. Data, particularly real-time data, is an essential asset. But it is only […] The post Overcoming Real-Time Data Integration Challenges to Optimize for Surgical Capacity appeared first on DATAVERSITY.

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Alpha Sense BI

APRIL 16, 2024

Across the investment industry, asset managers have felt the effects of lingering economic uncertainty. Over the last couple of years, macroeconomic factors—such as record high inflation, persistent interest rate hikes, market volatility, and geopolitical tensions—have created a difficult environment for both asset managers and investors. The pressure to generate net positive returns on behalf of clients has become an increasingly challenging task.

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Smart Data Collective

APRIL 16, 2024

AI can help photographers come up with better headshots, which is a huge opportunity for many professionals.

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