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Since the launch of ChatGPT two years ago, interest in intelligent personal assistants has surged, especially in marketing. Initially, organisations embraced generative AI for its potential to enhance productivity, but challenges related to task complexity and memory limitations soon became ...

In a shifting marketplace, technology and economic changes are transforming sales dynamics. Agentic AI offers a powerful solution by personalising customer interactions and supporting sales teams.

The rise of Generative AI (GenAI) is reshaping the business landscape, with two-thirds of organisations now using these technologies. However, challenges remain in effective integration and ethical considerations. This blog explores Agentic AI workflows, where AI agents collaborate on complex ...

Recently, there's been a lot of buzz around AutoGen, especially if you have been following AI newsfeeds and channels. Experts and innovators have ear marked multi-agent frameworks as the potential next leap in the application of AI. So, let's dive into what this is all about.

Data Fabric is a sophisticated architecture designed to integrate and manage data across platforms. This blog explores its technical intricacies, benefits, challenges, and future trends for readers with a technical background.

Data has become a critical asset for organisations of all sizes, driving better decisions in an increasingly fluid marketplace. For midsized organisations, effectively managing and leveraging data can be a significant differentiator, driving operational efficiency, competitive advantage, and ...

Organisations constantly seek ways to efficiently store, manage, and analyse vast amounts of data to benefit their ability to make the right decisions quickly. Two primary solutions have emerged to address these needs: data lakes and data warehouses.

Deploying a data warehouse is a significant undertaking for any organisation. It involves strategic planning, architectural decisions, operationalisation, and most importantly, continuous management to ensure the data warehouse effectively meets business needs.

The speed and efficiency with which organisations can access and use information is vital to their ability to execute and create competitive advantage. Yet, many companies find themselves hindered by inefficient knowledge management systems where data is siloed and decision-making processes are ...

Data Fabric is an advanced data management design that promises to streamline and automate data integration across disparate data sources. It uses knowledge graphs, semantics, machine learning (ML), and artificial intelligence (AI) to create a unified data environment that supports operational and ...

Today, organisations are inundated with vast amounts of data from various sources. This data, however, often comes in unstructured, inconsistent, and incomplete forms, making it challenging to derive actionable insights.

Power BI, a robust business analytics tool developed by Microsoft, stands out because it can visualise data and share insights across an organisation or embed them in an app or website. Its services and tools help businesses analyse data and find actionable insights. Here is an overview of the ...

In customer service, call centres play a crucial role in maintaining overall satisfaction and loyalty. However, managing a call centre is a complex task that involves handling large volumes of data, ensuring quick response times, and maintaining high service quality. Simplifying this process is ...

Making informed decisions quickly and accurately is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge. Integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into decision-making processes has revolutionised how organisations operate, enabling them to leverage vast amounts of data to drive strategic decisions. This ...

Businesses are increasingly turning to Artificial Intelligence (AI) to unlock the potential of their data. AI-driven data analytics can provide deep insights, drive efficiency, and promote innovation. However, organizations must approach AI strategically to get the full benefits. This blog will ...

SAS and the zSeries Mainframe History The IBM zSeries Mainframe has been a vital processing platform for many major companies, known for its security, resilience, and performance, especially in handling large data volumes. SAS has been integrated with the mainframe since 1971, maintaining ...

The 13th UK Altair Technology Conference (ATC), held on May 21, 2024, at the British Motor Museum in Warwickshire, was a convergence of minds and ideas where the future of digital design and the impact of simulation on product development were the stars of the show. Analytium, as an exhibitor, ...

What is driving the evolving change in data analytics and increasing its pace? Data volume, The growing demand for real-time insights and The need for cost-effective, scalable solutions. Organisations that use legacy systems like SAS9 and SAS on Mainframe are faced with a situation where they need ...

Users of SAS9 and SAS Mainframes are faced with a complex question. Modern platforms are rapidly developing into highly capable data & analytics environments with innovations like artificial intelligence, real time insights and a cost effective architecture. At the same time, SAS9 support is ...

Midsized organisations are increasingly seeing the importance of Business Intelligence (BI) dashboards as they work in a more fluid marketplace where the pace of decision-making is increasing. BI dashboards are essential for visualising data, tracking performance, and making informed decisions.

Athora Belgium, a leading insurance provider, recognised the need to enhance its analytics capabilities to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market. To achieve this, Athora Belgium partnered with Analytium to embark on a journey toward 'cloudifying' its SAS platform.

I wrote a blog about Mainframe SAS in 2023, and 10 months later, I thought I should revisit the situation.

The data analytics (D&A) industry is at the forefront of change, providing organisations with unparalleled opportunities to grow and thrive. Our research highlights three top trends set to redefine the D&A landscape, providing insight into the future of business activity, strategic ...

Descriptive Analytics is a foundational stage in the data and analytics (D&A) journey. This part of the journey is where organisations can create detailed reports and dashboards that provide insights into data trends, whether they happened in the past or are current. This step is crucial for ...

As digital business expands at a rapid pace, businesses are posed with numerous opportunities and threats. One of those is the ability to adapt and leverage every growing volume of data, and leverage the insights contained. Doing so effectively is not just a business advantage, it is essential for ...

As more businesses adopt the digital economy, leaders are faced with a decision. Are you continuing down the traditional path, or will you use digital analytical capabilities to find more actionable insights? Department Leaders and IT Managers who choose to capitalise on this opportunity will find ...

GamCare's Journey to Data-Driven Impact Through Strategic Transformation GamCare is a charity that provides support and advice to those affected by problem gambling.