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What are decision support systems? Sifting data for better business decisions

CIO

A DSS leverages a combination of raw data, documents, personal knowledge, and/or business models to help users make decisions. The data sources used by a DSS could include relational data sources, cubes, data warehouses, electronic health records (EHRs), revenue projections, sales projections, and more.

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The top 15 big data and data analytics certifications

CIO

Getting the technology right can be challenging but building the right team with the right skills to undertake data initiatives can be even harder — a challenge reflected in the rising demand for big data and analytics skills and certifications. The number of data analytics certs is expanding rapidly.

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12 data science certifications that will pay off

CIO

Data science certifications give you an opportunity to not only develop skills that are hard to find in your desired industry, but also validate your data science know-how so recruiters and hiring managers know what they get if they hire you. Check out our list of top big data and data analytics certifications.)

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What is a data architect? Skills, salaries, and how to become a data framework master

CIO

The data architect also “provides a standard common business vocabulary, expresses strategic requirements, outlines high-level integrated designs to meet those requirements, and aligns with enterprise strategy and related business architecture,” according to DAMA International’s Data Management Body of Knowledge.

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Power Up Your Predictions with Plug n’ Play Predictive Analysis

Elegant BI

One of the most important elements of advanced data discovery and advanced analytics tools is plug n’ play predictive analysis and forecasting tools. These tools can support the enterprise initiative to implement self-serve advanced analytics and transform business users into Citizen Data Scientists.

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A Guide To Starting A Career In Business Intelligence & The BI Skills You Need

Datapine Blog

This all-encompassing branch of online data analysis is a particularly interesting field because its roots are firmly planted in two separate areas: business strategy and computer science. For instance, you will learn valuable communication and problem-solving skills, as well as business and data management.

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Is Advanced Analytics the Next Logical Step Beyond Self-Serve Business Intelligence?

Elegant BI

Put simply, business Intelligence uses historical data to reveal where the business has been, and managers can use this data to predict competitive response and discover what is changing in customer buying behavior and in sales.