BI This Week


Securing the Internet of Things

The Internet of Things (IoT) holds great promise for a more intelligent, efficient, safe, and even anticipatory means of human adaptation to the environment, be it natural or manmade. IoT has the potential to enable improvements to many facets of life. It's enabling the interconnectedness of "things" and resulting insights and synergies, yet that very connectedness raises concerns for security and privacy that must be addressed.

Cisco Takes on Data Prep in Manhattan

The old barriers keep breaking down, as Cisco demonstrates with its forthcoming Cisco Data Preparation product. The networking behemoth positions its foray into data prep as a complement to its more traditional data virtualization technology.

Data Digest: Big Data and Federal Agencies, New Era of BI and Analytics, and Pointers for Moving to the Cloud

A new Unisys survey looks at government adoption of big data practices, plus a BI and analytics post tipping point, and best practices for moving to the cloud.

6 Principles of Data Storytelling

Just one week in late August offered data storytellers a rich set of observations on their craft.

BI Futures: From Mobile-First to Multi-Screen

Is the power of a seamless "multi-screen" BI experience coming to devices near you?

Top 5 Best Practices for Implementing Big Data Projects

Even as companies embark on big data initiatives, many still have unanswered questions about how to drive the most business value from them.

Data Digest: Big Data Disappointment, Stranded Data Scientists, and Locking Down Mobile Devices

Why CIOs are dissatisfied with big data, data scientists and collaboration, plus keeping mobile devices secure.

Data Digest: BI Misconceptions, Managing the Cloud, IT Outsourcing Contracts

BI isn't witchcraft that few people can understand, plus staying on top of the cloud with the right management tools and considerations for renewing IT outsourcing contracts.

Q&A: Analytics Platform Addresses Unique Needs of K-12

An analytics platform that helps customers unlock analytical data addresses the unique needs of school districts.