Experienced analysts know there is no single platform that can handle all types of analytic processing efficiently. Invariably, data-driven organizations will use a variety of engines to refine their raw data into usable insights. There are several down sides to this heterogeneity, not the least of which is poor collaboration. But that's starting to change, as many companies focus on creative ways to foster analytical cooperation. Register for this episode of The Briefing Room to hear veteran Analyst Dr. Robin Bloor explain why collaboration in the design and use of analytical applications can have wide-ranging impacts on an organization.   

The modern business analyst needs data from all over the place: yes, the data warehouse, but also the Web, big data, production systems, as well as via partners and vendors. In fact, the typical analyst spends more than 50% of the time chasing data, which slows delivery of analytic insights and limits the time available for thorough analysis. Some practitioners refer to this conundrum as "the data problem." Register for this episode of The Briefing Room to hear veteran Analyst Colin White of BI Research as he explains why analytical sandboxes and data hubs can be an analyst's best friend. 

Improving patient care remains a top priority for America's healthcare organizations, but for a group of providers in New Orleans, that bar wasn't high enough. Though still in its early stages, a new project has already received national recognition and is being considered as a model for other major urban centers. The program, led by the Louisiana Public Health Institute, has focused on quality improvement for chronic care management in primary practices, enabling transitions of care using health information technology, and promoting consumer engagement through mobile phones. Register for this free webcast to hear LPHI's director, Dr. Anjum Khurshid, explain the component parts of this program, the foundation of which is the Greater New Orleans Health Information Exchange.