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What
differentiates data from information? Information enables a
decision-maker to take a course of action. It is a ‘dynamic’
form of data.
Business intelligence systems (BI) provide information quickly to end
users in exactly the way they want it. This often means
storing data in a multi dimensional cube form that allows
users to "slice and dice", to "drill-down" or to "mine". To
turn the data into the information they need. Executive
information systems (EIS), decision support systems (DSS),
online analytical processing (OLAP) and implementations of the
balanced scorecard or other business performance management
systems, all form a part of business intelligence.
Today it is essential for
businesses to be keenly aware of items such as market and
customer trends, the efficiency of internal processes and how
well performance targets are being met. Analytical business
intelligence systems (or business analytics) are designed to
address these crucial areas. Applications designed and
implemented include integrated budgeting, management reporting
and forecasting applications, sales reporting and
customer/product/region profitability studies. All are able to
use the advantages of OLAP and BI.
We are expert in the design, development and
implementation of business intelligence applications. And, we
are familiar with the full range of BI software packages. This
means that we can quickly help you to find the best solution
for your organization.
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