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Business Intelligence vs. Business Analytics: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters in 2025

Athena Solutions BI

In the world of data, few terms are as foundational—and as frequently confused—as Business Intelligence and Business Analytics. Often used interchangeably in conversation, they represent two distinct but deeply complementary disciplines that are both essential for any organization striving for true Data-driven decision making. As businesses in June 2025 seek to extract maximum value from their data, understanding the unique roles of BI and BA is no longer just an academic exercise; it’s a

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Future-Proofing AI Under a Federal Umbrella: What a 10-Year State Regulation Freeze Means

Dataversity

The federal government’s proposal to impose a 10-year freeze on state-level AI regulation isn’t happening in a vacuum but in direct response to California. The state’s AI Accountability Act (SB 1047) has been making waves for its ambition to hold developers of powerful AI models accountable through mandatory safety testing, public disclosures, and the creation of a new regulatory […] The post Future-Proofing AI Under a Federal Umbrella: What a 10-Year State Regulation Freeze Means appeared

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The Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW): A 2025 Guide to Architecture & Solutions

Athena Solutions BI

In the modern economy of July 2025, data is the undisputed engine of innovation and competitive advantage. Yet, for many organizations, this valuable asset remains trapped in disconnected systems, creating a chaotic and fragmented view of the business. The solution to this challenge is the enterprise data warehouse (EDW). More than just a database, a well-designed EDW serves as the foundational pillar for a data-driven organization, acting as the central nervous system that powers everything fro

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Breaking mindsets with AI

CIO

I first read “ The psychology of intelligence analysis ” many years ago as a young intelligence officer. The course I took alongside it examined the major intelligence failures of the modern era. One sobering pattern stood out: even when information was abundant, entrenched mental models shaped what analysts saw — and what they missed. The 9/11 Commission later concluded that “the most important failure was one of imagination.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Introducing Athena: Agentic AI insights engine powering truly autonomous intelligence

Contify

Explore Athena, Contify’s proprietary Agentic AI insights, which enables modern enterprises to access truly autonomous, trusted market and competitive intelligence.

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Google AI Mode – A Game Changer in the World of AI Dominance

GrowbyData

Google recently announced the official release of Google AI Mode at Google I/O 2025 on May 20, 2025. Previously, AI mode was on experimental phase on Google Search Labs from March 2025. For many users, AI mode is now appearing by default at the top of the search results. In the ever-evolving landscape of search, Google has always stood at the forefront of innovation.

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IT lobbyists exploit EU AI Act uncertainty as deadline looms

CIO

The powerful IT lobby group Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA) is taking action against AI regulation in Europe. At a meeting of European heads of state and government in Brussels last week, lobbyists for the association, dominated by US corporations, called for the EU AI ​​Act’s implementation to be postponed. The CCIA’s reasoning was that key provisions of the regulatory framework — including the crucial rules for general-purpose AI (GPAI) models — that are scheduled to

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Check any Website's Traffic

SpyFu

You can check a website's traffic to measure a competitor, research a potential client, or track trends in an industry. Tools like SpyFu let you see how many people are clicking through to their website, which keyword searches get them noticed, and which pages from their website are ranking in Google search results. How to Check a Website's Traffic Search the website's name into the SpyFu search bar.

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Ron Insana on why CIOs can’t wait for certainty in an unpredictable economy

CIO

Faced with inflation, global unrest, and constant tech disruption, CIOs are under pressure to stay innovative while also spending wisely. After all, IT budgets are tighter , talent is harder to find and hold on to , and economic signals today don’t always point in a clear direction. In these unpredictable times, CIOs need to think more like strategists than ever before.

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, Terrence Sheflin, and Mahyar Ghasemali

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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Customer Corner: How Bloomerang Relies on Sparks for Better Competitive Enablement

Crayon

In this Customer Corner interview, we sat down with Lisa Gonzalez , Senior Competitive Intelligence Manager at Bloomerang , a giving platform that helps nonprofits manage supporter relationships and accelerate fundraising impact, to learn more about how the team is incorporating AI into CI.

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Unlocking future AI-driven innovation by modernising yesterday’s legacy systems

CIO

Amidst evolving technological disruptions, legacy systems risk slowing down the pace of innovation for businesses. As these are often the technical backbone of their operations, it’s critical to update these systems if companies are to remain competitive, adapt to changing market trends, and drive operational efficiency. “The big problem with legacy modernisation has always been that it’s very hard just to understand what a system does today, particularly if it’s old or even inaccessible,” say

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OOIDA and ATA cheer DOT trucking rule changes

DC Velocity

Trucking industry group The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is cheering a set of changes to programs and regulations announced Friday by the U.S. Department of Transportation. According to OOIDA , the package includes $275 million to expand truck parking as well as initiatives to remove one-size-fits-all mandates, modernize driver resources, slash red tape, and crack down on bad actors.

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Securing data in the AI era

CIO

As businesses increasingly rely on cloud-driven platforms and AI-powered tools to accelerate digital transformation, the stakes for safeguarding sensitive enterprise data have reached unprecedented levels. The Zscaler ThreatLabz 2025 Data@Risk Report reveals how evolving technology landscapes are amplifying vulnerabilities, highlighting the critical need for a proactive and unified approach to data protection.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Tariff turmoil drags down warehouse automation market forecast

DC Velocity

Analysts have made a slight downward adjustment to the overall market forecast for warehouse automation sales, citing the turbulence of President Trump’s trade policies and a resulting shift in market sentiment toward a more pessimistic outlook, according to a report from Interact Analysis. That measure comes as order intake for fixed automation in 2024 (last year) actually exceeded expectations despite stormy macroeconomic conditions.

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Who should really be driving business transformation today?

CIO

When it comes to transformational work, Ryan Downing classifies his CIO position as “an enabler.” “My teams support a number of enabling capabilities that help drive growth and enhance the customer experience. Often we help bring people together across the organization to solve our biggest challenges,” he says of his and his staff’s role. “I feel like I’m at my best when there’s clarity on the business outcome, and I can work side by side with business leaders to outline a path forward.

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DHL eCommerce Americas names its CCO as new CEO

DC Velocity

DHL eCommerce Americas will have a new leader starting tomorrow, as the unit of German parcel giant DHL has announced that Scott Ashbaugh, currently the unit’s chief commercial officer (CCO), will assume the role of Americas CEO. Ashbaugh will take the reins following the retirement of Lee Spratt, who will step down on December 31 after more than 20 years of work at the company.

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Reimagining the Spotify model for the human-AI enterprise

CIO

By 2027, over 40% of enterprise workstreams will include autonomous AI agents as contributors, not just tools. That’s not a forecast — it’s a reality many forward-thinking CIOs are already engineering toward. Over the last few years, I’ve had the privilege of working with product, engineering and transformation leaders who have embraced the Spotify model as the gold standard for agile execution.

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Business Intelligence 101: How To Make The Best Solution Decision For Your Organization

Speaker: Evelyn Chou

Choosing the right business intelligence (BI) platform can feel like navigating a maze of features, promises, and technical jargon. With so many options available, how can you ensure you’re making the right decision for your organization’s unique needs? 🤔 This webinar brings together expert insights to break down the complexities of BI solution vetting.

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National Forklift Safety Day video and presentations are now available

DC Velocity

On June 10, the Industrial Truck Association (ITA) hosted the 12th annual National Forklift Safety Day in Washington, D.C. At this free event, safety experts shared best practices in forklift operator, pedestrian, and facility safety. Did you miss the live event? ITA has made a video of the full program as well as copies of the presenters’ slides available on its website.

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‘시행 한 달 앞두고…’ IT 업계 단체, EU AI 법 일시 중단 요구

CIO

IT 업계 로비 단체인 CCIA가 EU AI 규제에 반대 한다는 입장을 밝혔다. 최근 브뤼셀에서 열린 EU 정상회의에서, 미국계 기업들이 주도하는 CCIA는 EU AI 법안 의 시행 연기를 요청했다. 협회 측은 특히 오는 8월 2일 발효 예정인 ‘일반 목적 AI(General Purpose AI, GPAI)’ 모델 관련 규정 등 주요 조항들이 여전히 미비하다는 점을 이유로 들었다. CCIA는 EU 집행위원회가 AI 법안의 시행 시한을 지키지 못할 우려가 있다고 언급했다. 법안을 성급하게 도입할 경우 유럽의 AI 전략 전반에 심각한 차질을 줄 수 있다는 지적이다. 특히 EU 집행위원회가 AI 도입을 통해 2030년까지 약 3조 4,000억 유로의 경제적 가치를 창출할 것으로 전망한 상황에서, 성급한 법 시행이 EU의 AI 성장 전략에 타격을 줄 수 있다고 말했다.

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How Can Web Scraping Help Extract Refrigerator Data from Best Buy ?

Data Hut

When it comes to electronics in the U.S., Best Buy is one of the biggest and most familiar names. Their online store has a huge range of home appliances, and refrigerators make up a big chunk of that—everything from compact, space-saving models to smart fridges that connect to Wi-Fi and even have screens on the front.At first glance, collecting all this product information might seem simple.

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EU, 물 소비 절감 촉구··· 데이터센터 업계는 “규제 아닌 혁신 투자 필요”

CIO

유럽연합(EU)이 데이터센터의 물 소비 절감이 시급하다고 경고하자, 유럽 클라우드 인프라 서비스 제공업체 협회(CISPE)는 인프라 투자 방식에 대한 새로운 접근 방식이 필요하다고 주장했다. 이번 경고는 이달 초 EU 집행위원회가 유럽 전역에서 일관되지 않게 운영되거나 비효율적으로 관리되고 있는 수자원 관리 체계를 개선해야 한다는 내용의 정책 제안서를 발표하면서 나왔다. 기후 변화로 유럽 곳곳이 만성적인 가뭄에 시달리는 가운데, EU는 ‘ 물 회복력 전략(EU Water Resilience Strategy) ’을 통해 물이 누수로 유실되거나 오염으로 인해 사용할 수 없게 되는 문제를 핵심 과제로 언급했다. 이와 함께 EU는 AI 등 기술 확산으로 급속히 성장 중인 데이터센터를 주요 물 소비 주체로 지목했으며, 2026년 말까지 데이터센터의 물 사용 효율에 대한 최소 기준 초안을 발표할 예정인 것으로 알려졌다.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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IBM “AI 중심 보안 운영 모델 전환, 향후 36개월이 승부처”

CIO

IBM 기업가치연구소(IBV)가 최근 발표한 ‘사이버시큐리티 2028(Cybersecurity 2028)’ 보고서를 통해 AI 기술이 사이버보안 운영의 중심으로 자리잡고 있으며, 향후 3년이 기업의 보안 전략을 가르는 시기가 될 것이라고 분석했다. 이번 보고서는 전 세계 17개국 보안 및 기술 임원 1,000여 명을 대상으로 한 심층 조사를 바탕으로 AI 중심 보안 운영 모델의 필요성과 그 실현 방안을 제시한다. 보고서에 따르면, AI 기반 보안 기술 채택이 빠르게 확대하고 있다. 향후 3년간 AI 보조 기술은 50% 증가할 것으로 전망되며, 생성형 AI 기반 보안 기능의 활용은 63%까지 확대될 것으로 보인다. 조사에 참여한 임원 중 약 64%는 향후 2년 내 자사 IT 및 정보보호 조직 내 모든 직원이 AI 에이전트를 일상 업무에 활용하게 될 것이라고 응답해 AI 도입의 가속화 흐름을 뒷받침하고 있다.

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Che cosa si aspettano i CIO dai fornitori e perché, a volte, restano delusi

CIO

Nei nostri incontri con i CIO italiani, la relazione con i fornitori appare come una delle più critiche. È, infatti, inevitabile avere a che fare con loro e l’esperienza insegna come costruire rapporti duraturi e proficui, trasformando vendor e consulenti in partner di fiducia. Ma non sempre le cose vanno come dovrebbero. E alcune aspettative restano deluse.

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스트래티지, 롯데백화점에 생성형 BI 플랫폼 ‘스트래티지 원’ 구축··· CRM 분석에 적용

CIO

스트래티지에 따르면 롯데백화점은 자연어 질의응답 기반의 생성형 AI 기술을 도입해 사용자 질문을 정확하게 이해하고 신뢰도 높은 분석 결과를 제공할 수 있는 LLM(대규모 언어 모델) 기반 솔루션의 필요성을 인식했다. 이에 따라 데이터 기반 의사결정을 지원하는 분석 툴 구축 프로젝트를 추진했고, 다양한 솔루션을 면밀히 검토한 결과, 신뢰성과 사용 편의성, 실무 연계성에서 높은 평가를 받은 ‘스트래티지 원’을 최종 도입했다. 업계 첫 생성형 BI 플랫폼인 스트래티지 원은 분석 전 과정에 AI 기능을 내재화해 비전문가도 직관적으로 데이터를 탐색하고 빠르게 인사이트를 도출할 수 있도록 설계됐다. 특히 분석 연산을 LLM이 아닌 자체 엔진에서 처리함으로써 데이터 이동을 최소화하고, 기업 수준의 강력한 보안을 제공하는 것이 큰 장점이다.

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“빈 자리가 없다” 데이터센터 2년 용량 매진되고 가격은 최대 18% 급등

CIO

현재 데이터센터 공간을 확보하려는 기업이라면 현실을 직시해야 한다. 앞으로 2년 동안은 사실상 공간을 구하기 어렵고, 일부 남아 있는 공간도 예산보다 훨씬 비싸게 지불해야 한다. CBRE의 최신 ‘글로벌 데이터센터 트렌드’ 보고서에 따르면, 올해 1분기 기준 전 세계 데이터센터 공간의 평균 임대료는 월 1kW당 217.30달러로 전년 동기 대비 3.3% 상승했다. 그러나 이처럼 완만해 보이는 연간 상승률 뒤에는 기업 예산을 압박하는 극심한 지역별 급등세가 숨겨져 있다. 암스테르담은 무려 18%나 치솟았으며, 미국 북버지니아와 시카고도 각각 17.6%, 17.2%가 증가했다. 기업은 보통 데이터센터 비용이 연간 5~7% 정도 오를 것으로 예상해 예산을 세우는데, 이번처럼 두 자릿수로 뛰는 비용 상승은 IT 예산에는 치명적이다.

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How To Speak The Language Of Financial Success In Product Management

Speaker: Jamie Bernard

Success in product management goes beyond delivering great features - it’s about achieving measurable financial outcomes that resonate across the organization. By connecting your product’s journey with the company’s financial success, you’ll ensure that every feature, release, and innovation contributes to the bottom line, driving both customer satisfaction and business growth.