OVID-19 is changing the world and hitting retailers particularly hard; but in the medium to long term, might these changes lead to new opportunities for retailers and help level the playing field with e-commerce giants? Changes Inspired by COVID-19 So what are some of the longer term effects that we might see as a result […]

Oddly (and fortunately), for our team at Inflexion Analytics and a number of companies like us, Coronavirus COVID-19 hasn’t changed the way we work. We’ve been using a remote globally distributed workforce since our founding in 2015. Remote working has been presented as a challenge for businesses, but we chose this model pre-pandemic because we […]

If you’re the CFO of a consumer business, it’s likely your business is becoming increasingly multi-channel. Your role in balancing investments between these channels and investments in brands is therefore increasingly demanding. Understanding the trade-offs between the investments in brands and investments in the retail channels that help reach consumers, is ever more challenging.  Investments in digital marketing will help build important strategic assets, such as brand equity and consumer intelligence. But the same brand equity risks being […]

Introduction – Engaging Your Web Audience This note is for the CFOs of firms with a web presence and would like an outline roadmap for investing in that presence and the associated analytics. It is not addressed to people in digitally led, consumer-oriented businesses for whom digital is a strategic concern who will find other […]

Hi Again! I’m back with another post on BigQuery, Power BI and Google Sheets. Today, we’ll be looking at how to connect Power BI and Google Sheets. Ideally, I’d want to create a DirectQuery connection between Power BI and Google Sheets, because the data in my Google spreadsheet changes frequently, and we need the latest […]

One reason for the success of big Pharma is superior prowess in sales and marketing. Once R&D (Research & Development) has delivered a new patented innovation with global market potential, the marketing and sales activities promote rapid global adoption and shorten the time to peak sales within the patent life. Big Pharma has long dominated […]

Introduction There are five key communities with an interest in sustainability; consumers, firms, investors, institutions, and governments. Consumer attitudes are hardening, firms and investors are scrambling to get measures in place, intergovernmental bodies are taking initiatives, politicians are trying to reach a consensus. The efforts of these communities are commendable. But the analytics for sustainability […]

The Azure cloud platform provides powerful, yet easy to use cloud-based tools for data transformation, data analytics and data science. These tools offer a lot of flexibility to Azure developers and cater to a variety of skill levels. This blog provides a brief run through of some of the features of the Azure tools for […]

A Portfolio of Project Risks Organizations that undertake many projects experience variance in the performance of each project and so adopt a portfolio approach to managing risk. The variance of the performance of the portfolio of projects will be lower than the variance of any individual project. The risks of the portfolio must be monitored […]

All firms are exploring AI opportunities and working out how to apply AI to their businesses. The widespread belief that AI will be transformational is behind the recommendation that firms make significant investments of time and money in creating the necessary capabilities. Though undoubtedly valid, this advice has large firms in mind – with substantial […]

How supply chain resilience is used in businesses The resilience of supply chains has been tested in recent years by some catastrophic events and by political disruption to trade flows. Supply chain managers have developed some pragmatic approaches to risk management and some useful tools, including the ability to visualise supply chain dynamics. These tools […]

Are you interested in leveraging Google Analytics to maximise the value of your data? In this article, we’ll review the Google Data Studio and break down how data analytics is transforming business. What is a ‘Daily Active User’? A Daily Active User (DAU) represents the total number of visitors who engaged with a web product […]

The next agricultural revolution is upon us, and farms with big data initiatives are set to see big benefits. With the world population set to reach 8.5 billion by the year 2030, farming businesses are facing enormous pressures to innovate—and fast. The biggest farms are already using technology to manage their activities, especially in the […]

While there are many ways to monitor sales force effectiveness, the actual course that any individual sales consultation takes can usually only be understood by people that are present. But this is beginning to change, and analytics can now be applied to sales consultations – both individually and in aggregate. Out of necessity, during Covid, […]

The new generation of analytics tools make it easy to produce visual analytics from data without technical skills. What is important now in analytics is the business and data understanding to create actionable insights. The top three things to consider when setting up your analytics would be: Aligning business priorities with analytics KPIs Getting the […]

Since its launch in 2010, of its cloud-based analytics software, Chartio has acquired a substantial base of satisfied customers. However, the recent decision by its new owners, Atlassian, to withdraw Chartio from the market, requires those customers to migrate their analytics to a new tool. The deadline for this change is 1st March 2022. So, […]

The resilience of supply chains is being tested. There has been political disruption to trade flows and disruption from catastrophic events, notably the Covid 19 pandemic. How COVID has impacted the supply chain The most dramatically visible impact has been on container traffic, which carries a quarter of the world’s traded goods by volume and […]

Google Cloud Next made waves in Las Vegas last week with its dynamic presence! From the captivating opening keynote highlighting remarkable customer achievements to thrilling product unveilings, the event delved into how AI is revolutionizing corporate landscapes. With nearly 400 partner sponsors, the energy from the show floor permeated through sessions and evening events all […]

With just one day left until Google Cloud’s annual Next conference, set to run from April 9th to April 11th in Las Vegas, anticipation is high for Next ’24. This year’s event promises to be bigger and more technically comprehensive than ever. Whether you’re a developer, business leader, or technology enthusiast, Next ’24 offers a […]

As we journey into a new era of data analytics, characterised by enterprise-wide transformation through a virtuous cycle of data analytics, and AI, we’re excited to share groundbreaking innovations in BigQuery and Looker at Google Cloud Next ’24. Let’s explore the key highlights regarding data analytics at Google Next 2024 were: 1. BigQuery: A Unified […]

The evolution of digital marketing hinges on the innovative implementation of AI & ML automation in Google Cloud. As proud Google Cloud Partners, we stand at the forefront of this transformation, equipped to harness the robust capabilities of Google Vertex AI for automation. Dive in as we dig deeper into understanding how these technologies in […]

In the digital age, the synergy of law and technology has opened new avenues for legal practices. Google Cloud AI services have emerged as powerful tools, transforming how law firms operate and serve their clients. By harnessing the potential of artificial intelligence, law firms can automate tasks, enhance research capabilities, and deliver superior client experiences. […]

In the fascinating world of AI and generative models, where machines churn out text, code, and even images, we often find ourselves bewildered by the concept of “model hallucination.” This term may sound like something out of a sci-fi novel, but it’s a real and common phenomenon in the realm of artificial intelligence. Model hallucination […]

In the ever-evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and natural language processing, Large Language Models (LLMs) are capturing the spotlight for their incredible versatility and problem-solving capabilities. These models are nothing short of digital polymaths, equipped to tackle a wide array of linguistic challenges. In this blog post, we’ll dive deep into the world of LLMs, […]

Google BigQuery is a powerful and popular data warehouse and analytics solution that allows organizations to easily analyse large datasets. While many users may be familiar with its basic functionalities, there are several lesser-known features in BigQuery that can greatly enhance data analysis and improve overall efficiency. In this blog post, we will explore some […]

In today’s fast-paced, data-driven world, it’s important for companies to make informed decisions to remain competitive. That requires access to your data, not just any access—fast, scalable, and secure. Enter Google BigQuery, Google’s fully managed, serverless data warehouse solution. What is Google BigQuery? At its core, Google BigQuery is a game-changer in the realm of […]

The resilience of supply chains is being tested. There has been political disruption to trade flows and disruption from catastrophic events, notably the Covid 19 pandemic. How COVID has impacted the supply chain The most dramatically visible impact has been on container traffic, which carries a quarter of the world’s traded goods by volume and […]

In recent years, the fashion industry has undergone a profound transformation at the intersection of creativity and technology. Among the most ground breaking advancements is the emergence of generative artificial intelligence (AI), which is revolutionizing fashion design, production, and marketing. This blog explores the transformative impact of generative AI on the fashion industry, from innovative […]

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has long been heralded as the future of technology, promising to revolutionize industries and redefine the way we interact with the world. In this rapidly evolving field, one name stands out: Gemini AI. With its ground breaking innovations and transformative capabilities, Gemini AI is reshaping the landscape of artificial intelligence as we […]

In today’s data-centric era, law firms are increasingly recognizing the invaluable contribution of data analytics and reporting in optimizing their operations and informing strategic decision-making. By harnessing the capabilities of data analytics tools and reporting mechanisms, law firms can unearth valuable insights, identify trends, and establish decisions grounded in robust data-driven foundations. This article explores […]

In the age of big data, real-time data processing has become essential for businesses aiming to stay competitive. Google Dataflow, a fully managed stream and batch data processing service, enables organizations to process large amounts of data quickly and efficiently. This blog explores how Google Dataflow facilitates real-time data processing and analytics, its architecture, common […]

Google Cloud Data Fusion emerges as a fully managed cloud service from Google, presenting a streamlined graphical user interface tailored for constructing data pipelines. Starting from data ingestion across diverse sources to implementing data transformations for warehousing and business intelligence solutions, it simplifies individual data engineering tasks while facilitating the creation of reusable pipelines across […]

In today’s data-driven world, businesses across various industries are increasingly relying on business intelligence (BI) tools to gain actionable insights and drive strategic decisions. Looker Studio stands out as a powerful platform that enables organizations to explore, analyze, and visualize their data effectively. In this blog, we’ll explore some real-world use cases of Looker Studio […]

In the realm of workflow orchestration, Apache Airflow has emerged as a popular tool for managing complex data pipelines and workflows. Traditionally, organizations have deployed Airflow on virtual machines (VMs), requiring substantial effort to set up, maintain, and scale the infrastructure. However, with the advent of Cloud Composer, a fully managed workflow orchestration service by […]