QLD AI Summit 2024 Key Takeaways
QLD AI SUMMIT 2024 Etienne’s Takeaways We had the incredible opportunity to attend the QLD AI Summit 2024, featuring insights from leaders like Dr. Michelle Dickinson, Sholto Douglas (Google DeepMind), and Ben Brookes on the evolving AI landscape. AI in Creativity & Medicine Dr Michelle Dickinson highlighted fascinating use cases, such as how AI was […]
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AI Will Replace Those Who Think It Will
Author: Ben Buckland I recently heard a thought-provoking quote from Naval Ravikant, a prominent figure in the angel investing space: “AI will replace those who think it will.” This statement resonated deeply with me because I believe it’s fundamentally true. The rise of AI has sparked widespread fears of job replacement. Social networks are now […]
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Optimising Success: Harnessing the Power of Data Governance for Maximum Impact
Author: Jaysee Sunapho In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, data serves as the cornerstone of organisational vitality. The exponential surge in data availability and its diverse applications highlight the critical role of data governance. Data governance encompasses the proactive management, orchestrating, and safeguarding of all organisational data assets to uphold their integrity, security, and regulatory […]
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The BEST Data Architecture in the world!
Author: Lynton Mack The BEST Data Architecture in the world! What makes the “best” architecture for data in this industrial age, the 4th Industrial Age? We are in the midst of the 3rd Industrial Revolution, and the way in which we work, play and relate to one another and the world is changing rapidly. Back […]
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GA4 Google Analytics and Advanced Tracking with Google Tag Manager – Cheat Sheet
Author: Laura Christie In the ever-evolving digital analytics landscape, Google’s latest analytics platform, GA4 (Google Analytics 4), has become a focal point for businesses aiming to leverage deeper website data-driven insights. Let me save you some valuable time and give you a cheat sheet on what has changed and how you can best leverage it […]
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Is a Proof of Concept (POC) The Best Way to Start With AI?
5 Reasons Why a Proof of Concept (POC) is a Great Way to Start with AI Diving into the Artificial Intelligence (AI) world can feel as intimidating as assembling furniture without instructions. But fear not! Starting with a Proof of Concept (POC) can make the process manageable and enjoyable. Here are five reasons a POC […]
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Reinventing the Wheel? Yes, please!
Author: Lynton Mack “We’re just reinventing the wheel” gets a bad rap. It is used as a negative statement, but let me show you how positive it really is. How many times do we hear “don’t need to reinvent the wheel” from people who are certain that what they have right now is all that […]
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Utilising Natural Eye Movement for Effective Power BI Reporting
Author: Tamica McNally Introduction When we first land on a page of information, our eyes will naturally scan in certain patterns. This pattern is determined by the layout, prominence and size of text and images. While reading a book, our eyes follow a distinct pattern. In languages like English, we start at the top left […]
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Slowly Changing Dimensions: Application and Examples
Author: Jaysee Sunapho Managing the evolution of data through time is critical in relation to data warehousing and data analytics. Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCDs) are a collection of approaches for dealing with data changes in a systematic and consistent manner. This blog thoroughly explains SCDs, their different kinds, and real-world examples of how they may […]
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Simplicity – The Art of Maximising the Amount not Done – is Essential
Author: Peter Round What exactly does maximising the amount not done mean? I find people don’t quite understand or grasp the statement properly, and sometimes, it takes a bit to get to that point. It even took me a while to fully comprehend even though, in practice, I have used this agile principle perhaps without […]
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The Role of a Business Analyst in Scrum
Author: Ben McDonnell Introduction I am often asked: How does the role of a Business Analyst (BA) fit into the Scrum Framework? After all, the Scrum Guide makes it quite clear that the only defined roles are the Scrum Master, Product Owner, and Delivery Team. Within Scrum, the Development Team comprises a team of cross-functional […]
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Strategic Framework for Developing Technical Solutions
Author: Sallie Worsley Introduction In an ever-evolving digital landscape, the success of technical solutions hinges on their alignment with business goals, team dynamics, and the scalability of technology. These guiding principles offer a strategic framework to navigate this complex terrain, ensuring sustainable progress and cohesive technological integration. Start with Discovery, Not Assumptions Approach each business […]
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