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How data analytics can transform business decisions
For years data analytics has been regarded as a valuable tool for businesses to enhance their marketing strategies. What has become more clear in recent years is how data can be applied to multiple sections of a business and improve overall performance and management. Today, data is applied to many systems across public and private […]
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Salesforce confirms the acquisition of analytics platform Tableau Software
Salesforce has announced the completion of its $15.7 acquisition of analytical vendor Tableau Software, forming its largest-ever acquisition to date. The deal between both companies was announced earlier in June, coming not long after Google moved to acquire data analytics business Looker for a value of $2.6 billion. In relation to the Tableau deal, […]
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Transforming finance processes through platform integration
Implementing digital technology can create a number of challenges to financial operations. Investment business The Carlyle Group recently launched a CPM platform to support its business objectives. With the continued rise of digital technology, financial businesses and utilizing innovative systems to transform people and processes to enhance business performance through an improved and more flexible […]
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How data is changing the role of the finance professionals
MHR Analytics recently highlighted some of the key ways data is transforming the role of finance professionals and how to adapt to the future market. Data has created multiple opportunities for finance professionals but in order for finance teams to continue being seen as a value-added service, finance professionals need to continue evolving and take […]
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How automation is transforming finance activities
Technology is rapidly changing how organizations do business. Finance teams, in particular, are being transformed from focusing on traditional paperwork activities to effectively automating processes such as invoicing, workflow and data analytics. Technology has created an efficient automated strategy, enabling finance teams to harness the true potential of their workforce and strengthen their contribution towards […]
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Case Study: How Hindalco improved financial processes with Oracle EPM Cloud
Hindalco recently automated its financial systems by implementing cloud software, saving time and effort with manual tasks and at the same time, improving both results and security. Emerging regulatory controls and a progressively competitive business landscape are placing further pressures on financial leaders. Added into the mix is the growth of innovative digital technologies, greatly […]
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Defining the success of Oracle in Cloud Applications
Businesses today are actively looking to enhance their systems by integrating with new technology, reducing their expenses and simplify their internal activities. Whichever market your business may be in, all industries are trying to manage a range of demands from employees, customers and partners, adding more pressure to deliver strategic and informed decisions quicker than […]
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Grant Halloran appointed new CEO for Host Analytics – what does this mean for the business?
Host Analytics has confirmed Grant Halloran as their new CEO. The news comes nearly six months after Vector Capital acquired Host Analytics and placed Ron Baden as temporary CEO. Baden has now moved into his previous role as Chief Revenue Officer. Host Analytics has announced how excited they are to have Halloran as the CEO […]
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Simplifying the data and analytics industry
Big data is a popular trending phrase used at present, referring to the gathering of large volumes of data sets and then using this information with new technologies to make informed decisions. Industry analysts highlight, however, that technology businesses are not simply focused on big data but more broadly on data strategies. Whilst big data […]
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Revolutionising the digital workplace for the future
In today’s business world there are a number of emerging trends that are impacting and influencing the digital workplace. The rise of AI and machine learning is, for many, a decisive factor that has raised engagement and empowered people. New insights enable businesses to utilise tools and applications to deliver their jobs. By following how […]
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Software giant SAP highlights big opportunities in China
German enterprise business SAP has confirmed it is planning to expand into the Chinese market by exploring new partners within the nation. In the last year, SAP expanded its cloud solutions for businesses operating on the Alibaba Cloud platform, a section of the Chinese e-commerce leader. Within the agreement, both businesses announced they would collaborate […]
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Business efficiency needs more than just technology – it needs culture and vision to really improve claims Oracle report
A new report created by Oracle and the WHU suggests that whilst many businesses may have invested in the right technology, they may be lacking the culture, skills and behaviour to really improve business efficiency. Research by Oracle and the Otto Beisheim School of Management have discovered that business efficiency can improve by over 60% […]