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Sharing Power BI Reports with External Users – Part 1: Understanding the Problem and Core Concepts

BI Insight

Sharing Power BI reports with external users is a common but often misunderstood scenario. While it may seem simple on the surface, doing it properly and securely involves many moving parts. I’ve already published a video on this topic, which turned out longer than expected because of the number of details involved. To make this … Continue reading Sharing Power BI Reports with External Users Part 1: Understanding the Problem and Core Concepts The post Sharing Power BI Reports with E

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9 projects top of mind for IT leaders today

CIO

CIOs today are looking to drive a new wave of transformation armed with artificial intelligence, generative AI, and now AI agents, too. If I had to name the top projects CIOs are driving today, its clear the agenda is shaped by one word: reinvention, says Tejas Patel, leader of tech strategy and advisory for APAC at professional services firm Accenture.

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Data Quality & Governance Pillars, and Ecosystem-led Approach Mark Informatica’s Entry Into Agentic AI

TBR

Building on last years theme of modernization, where Informatica highlighted innovations to fast-track migrations from legacy PowerCenter and Master Data Management (MDM) to Informatica Data Management Cloud (IDMC) in the cloud accounting for over half of Informaticas business Informatica World 2025 in Las Vegas was all about agentic AI, and the crucial, yet still sometimes overlooked, role of data.

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Continued Impact of DOGE

FedSavvy

Were back with a follow-on analysis of how DOGE continues to impact the GovCon industry through contract terminations and partial cancellations. In our previous blog, we provided insight into macro environmental trends, such as the typical service areas affected and the agencies who have observed the most contract terminations. In this blog, we will.

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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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AI projects are slowed by data integration, 74% say

DC Velocity

Businesses face mounting pressure from investors to show measurable returns on their investments in artificial intelligence (AI), but 74% say their projects face barriers such as infrastructure costs, disconnected data silos, or slow data ingestion, according to a survey from data analytics provider Qlik. The data from a survey of 500 business leaders conducted in April shows a gap between near-universal strategic importance placed on AI and companies’ ability to operationalize it with real-worl

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You Built the Pipeline. Now What? What Analysts Really Need from Data Engineers.

Domo

A finished pipeline isnt the finish line. Technical delivery means little if analysts dont use, trust, or understand what youve built. The secret to a successful data pipeline process is less about codeand more about context, clarity, and communication. The pipeline is built. So why isnt it working? Youve stitched together a dependable ingestion process.

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BARC Perspective: Salesforce To Acquire Informatica

BI Survey

What happened? Salesforce has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Informatica, an enterprise AI-powered cloud data management company, for approximately $8 billion in cash. The deal (the complete transaction) is expected to be closed around Q1 2026. This marks Salesforce’s fourth major acquisition following its $6.5 billion purchase of Mulesoft in 2018, the $15.7 billion purchase of Tableau in 2019 and its acquisition of Slack for $27.7 billion in 2021.

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Manufacturers call for national AI policy

DC Velocity

As manufacturers increasingly embrace artificial intelligence on shop floors, an industry group is calling for a national policy framework that supports U.S.-based AI growth, innovation, and leadership. The goals of that approach should be to streamline compliance, foster transparency, and align energy, workforce, privacy, and innovation rules with the realities of smart manufacturing, according to a study from the Manufacturing Leadership Council, the digital transformation division of the Nati

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Salesforce to buy Informatica in $8 billion deal

CIO

Salesforce ( NYSE:CRM )has agreed to buy Informatica ( Nasdaq:INFA ) in an $8 billion deal as a way to quickly access far more data for its AI efforts, it said Tuesday. Steve Fisher, President and CTO of Salesforce, made the argument for how this acquisition helps customers of both companies: Truly autonomous, trustworthy AI agents need the most comprehensive understanding of their data.

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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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3 Powerful Automations for Google Ads

SpyFu

Patrick and Amanda recently sat down with teammate Tree Fine—SpyFu’s resident AI and Google Ads expert—to explore how AI is revolutionizing Google Ads management through scripting. Not only does Tree have extensive Google Ads savvy, he embraces AI tools and finds ways to leverage them for clever efficiency practices. He gave us a peek at ways he was using AI , and we knew we had to hear more about what he's doing with Google Ads scripts.

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The Role of a Chief Data Officer in Modern Enterprise Strategy

Athena Solutions BI

Data is no longer a byproduct of business operationsits the lifeblood of modern enterprises. Companies rely on data for decision-making, understanding customer behavior, optimizing operations, and driving innovation. But as the volume, variety, and velocity of data continue to grow, so do the challenges of managing and extracting value from it. This is where the Chief Data Officer (CDO) steps in.

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What is a Data Product? A Guide to Cost, Value, and Strategy.

Domo

Imagine you run a global retail chain where each regional office independently generates sales reports using different metrics and tools. You probably end up with conflicting insights that get in the way of your inventory and pricing decisions. The solution? Data products that turn your raw, disjointed data into unified, reusable assets that your teams can trust and reuse across the business.

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Barb Wixom and MIT CISR on managing data like a product

CIO

If data is the new oil, too many CIOs are still stuck building barrels instead of businesses. Despite steady investment in data platforms and governance, many organizations still struggle to extract lasting value from their data. According to Barb Wixom, principal research scientist at MIT Sloans Center for Information Systems Research (CISR) and co-author of Data Is Everybodys Business , the answer isnt more tools or talent.

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Gain a Competitive Edge With This Scenario Planning Toolkit

In a world where uncertainty and change are constant, scenario planning empowers companies with the agility and competitive edge needed to thrive. Download the toolkit to fortify your business strategy , set up your competitive positioning , and ensure your company is poised to respond to any future scenario.

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You Can’t Make Good Decisions with Messy Data: Why Data Quality Management is More Crucial Than Ever 

Stellar Consulting

By Faiz Haider, Senior Consultant You Cant Make Good Decisions with Messy Data : Why Data Quality Management is More Crucial Than Ever In a world where data fuels nearly every aspect of business from strategic planning and customer engagement to automation and AI the quality of your data can either propel you forward or hold you back. As our Senior Consultant, Faiz Haider says, Its a simple truth: smart decisions cant be made with messy data.

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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing Your Metadata Management Tool in 2025

Athena Solutions BI

In our previous discussion, “ The Essential Guide to Metadata Management: Unlocking Your Data’s True Potential “, we established the critical importance of metadata management for any data-driven organization in 2025. However, understanding why it’s important is only the first step. The practical execution of a robust metadata strategy in today’s sprawling data ecosystems hinges on one crucial element: the right metadata management tool.

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Accelerating Financial Data Research with AlphaSense

Alpha Sense BI

In todays dynamic market landscape, access to trusted financial data is essential for making well-informed investment decisions. From real-time market movements to sentiment-driven insights, the evolving accessibility of data is reshaping how investors analyze risk, capitalize on opportunities, and make strategic decisions. As the volume and complexity of financial data continues to grow, technological innovation has transformed how financial professionals aggregate, analyze, and ultimately use

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The agentic AI assist Stanford University cancer care staff needed

CIO

Every day, thousands of people are diagnosed with cancer around the world. Each case is unique, with hundreds of distinct tumor subtypes that require treatment protocols involving new drugs, clinical trials, and device-based therapies.Leading cancer centers, therefore, rely heavily on multidisciplinary tumor boards, or specialized sessions where radiologists, pathologists, surgeons, oncologists, genetic counselors, and other specialists perform sophisticated analyses of vast amounts of patient d

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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Tech startup Pallet raises $27 million for workflow AI

DC Velocity

The San Francisco supply chain tech startup Pallet today said it has raised $27 million in backing for its artificial intelligence product that automates repetitive processes in logistics workflows, such as order entry, portal updates, and quoting. The “series B” round was led by General Catalyst, with continued support from Bain Capital Ventures, Activant Capital, and Bessemer Venture Partners, and brings its total funding raised to $50 million.

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AI That Thinks and Plans: Meet SplashAI, The Agentic Intelligence Behind SplashBI

Splash BI

As many as 83% of business leaders agree that access to more data should simplify decision-making. And yet, almost 90% feel less confident making decisions even with more data. What makes it so difficult? Static dashboards. Far too many fragmented tools. Complex queries. And more. Modern enterprise leaders expect decision tools that understand them, collaborate like colleagues, and deliver insights exactly when they need them.

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Chime Financial and the Neobanking Market | An AlphaSense Primer

Alpha Sense BI

The rise of neobanks has begun to reshape the financial services landscape with San Francisco-based Chime Financial emerging as a leader. Chime has built a strong reputation by addressing the unmet needs of everyday consumers, offering low-cost, user-friendly products that resonate with those often underserved by traditional banks. Now, Chime is planning on hitting the public markets with its S1 filing following in the footsteps of fintech peer eToro, which priced above expectations in mid-May

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What is ITSM? Managing IT to serve business needs

CIO

ITSM definition IT service management (ITSM) is a set of policies, processes, and procedures to manage the implementation, improvement, and support of customer-oriented IT services. Unlike other IT management practices that focus on hardware, network, or systems, ITSM aims to consistently improve IT customer service in alignment with business goals.

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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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Why retailers should invest in Web Scraping, Product Matching, and BI

Data Hut

Success in modern retail hinges on strategic insights as much as product quality. Leading retailers gain a competitive edge by integrating web scraping, product matching, and business intelligence (BI) to analyze market trends, benchmark against competitors, and anticipate customer needs. In an industry driven by data, these tools empower businesses to make informed decisions and maintain a leadership position.

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Best practices for working with 3PLs

DC Velocity

Outsourcing your warehouse operations to a third-party logistics service provider (3PL) is no easy task; it takes work to get the relationship just right. A clear set of objectives, transparency in day-to-day business dealings, and frank discussions about the role of automation and emerging technologies are among the most important aspects of the relationship between 3PL and client—with clear communication and mutual understanding at the top of the list.

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Retail Intelligence: How Brands Read the Market Before It Speaks

SCIP

SCIP Insights Retail Intelligence: How Brands Read the Market Before It Speaks In an era where consumer preferences shift overnight and competition is relentless, retail success is no longer just about having the right products; it's about anticipating what customers will want next. Thats where Retail Intelligence steps in: a blend of data, technology, and strategy that helps brands read the market before it even speaks.

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New cybersecurity threats test the mettle of financial services CIOs

CIO

CIOs in the financial services industry are in an interesting position these days. Cybersecurity threats have multiplied, seemingly exponentially, but so have risk management tactics all thanks to artificial intelligence (AI). Several innovations have opened the door to advancements. AI copilots, for example, have made it more efficient for employees to advise customers.

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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.