by Mandy Doward - 23/10/2023

Reservations and concerns about adopting and implementing BI tools

In this third article it's time to look at fear, concerns and reservations!

Finance Directors and CFOs may not necessarily be scared of business intelligence (BI) tools, but they might have concerns or reservations about adopting and implementing them in their organizations. These concerns can arise from various factors.


by Mandy Doward - 12/10/2023

Key scenarios where finance and business leaders might want to use the power of business intelligence

In this second article it’s time to look at some key scenarios where finance and business leaders might want to use the power of business intelligence to achieve insights they can act upon. 

So long as you follow some basic guidelines on defining objectives and ensuring data integration you will be on the way towards enhanced business intelligence for your company.


by Mandy Doward - 25/9/2023

How easy is it for Finance Leaders to get on board with Business Intelligence?

Sophisticated data wrangling tools are often seen as the preserve of highly trained data professionals – leaving the people who need the insights, like CFOs and other C suite execs frustrated at the inability to get to the data they need to make decisions. 

Microsoft Power BI is designed to be user-friendly, with an intuitive interface that allows non-experts to create and understand data visualizations. However, for more complex analyses, it may be beneficial to collaborate with data experts or data analysts to ensure the accuracy and reliability of your financial insights. For help getting started, training and advice please consider working with us at PTR – we are obsessed with this stuff and can really help you to start seeing value.


by Mandy Doward - 20/6/2024

Optimizing data visualization is essential for understanding your membership base

Optimizing data visualization is a key aspect of understanding your membership base because it allows you to present complex information in clear and insightful ways. Here are several reasons why getting your hands on the right visualisation tools is a great idea!

At PTR we are obsessed with this stuff! We love to help you get the best from your data and we have access to some of the coolest tools.


by - 5/7/2023

Investing in Training for Long Term Benefit

Investing in training delivers incredible returns for your business - directly and indirectly - and provides a myriad of long-term benefits.


by - 7/6/2023

How can Artificial Intelligence (AI) Help You?

Data is a key business asset, and it’s all around us. But you need a robust data strategy to really get the most out of it. Here’s why… The quantity of data generated on a daily basis is staggering and it’s becoming central to competitive advantage…but it’s of no value if you’re not using it properly. According to a report by McKinsey & Company, organisations that effectively use data and analytics have the potential to increase their profitability by as much as 60%. Are you maximising yours?


by - 7/6/2023

Introduction to Power Platform

The ability for a business to be able to make data-driven decisions is becoming increasingly important with each passing day. As businesses strive to stay competitive, the integration of powerful tools like Microsoft's Power Platform and Power BI has become increasingly essential. This blog post aims to shed light on how these two formidable tools can work together to revolutionise your business operations and drive productivity.

 

by Mandy Doward - 17/5/2023

Key benefits of a robust data strategy

Data is a key business asset, and it’s all around us. But you need a robust data strategy to really get the most out of it. Here’s why… The quantity of data generated on a daily basis is staggering and it’s becoming central to competitive advantage…but it’s of no value if you’re not using it properly. According to a report by McKinsey & Company, organisations that effectively use data and analytics have the potential to increase their profitability by as much as 60%. Are you maximising yours?


by Mandy Doward - 20/6/2024

Key Components for an Azure Synapse Link for Dataverse

Find out how Azure Synapse Link for Dataverse can be implemented to provide continuous replication of Power Platform entities to Azure Data Lake Storage Data exposed by Azure Synapse Analytics Serverless Pool, ready for consumption by your Business Intelligence Data Platform.


by Mandy Doward - 27/3/2024

SQL Server Database Application performance issues?

Do you have SQL Server database applications that seem to be struggling to keep up with user demand or failing to deliver information quickly, but have no idea why?
  • Are customers complaining your system is too slow?
  • Are users complaining tasks take too long?
  • Are some client applications running slowly or timing out?
  • Are some queries/reports taking forever?

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