Analytics Spotlight - The New Analyst

Explore the evolving landscape of business intelligence and analytics in this conference talk from PASS Data Community Summit. Delve into the changing role of business analysts as traditional reporting and dashboards become standard tools, and enterprises seek new advantages. Discover how data science and artificial intelligence are reshaping the field, and learn about the essential skills and technologies needed for modern analytics. Examine the importance of data literacy in business and understand why being comfortable with ambiguity is becoming crucial. Gain insights on how analysts can effectively collaborate with data scientists and engineers to maximize benefits for all. Through practical examples and industry trends, acquire knowledge on advanced search techniques, pattern recognition, and the significance of root knowledge in analytics. Explore various tools like Tableau, Yellowfin, and Power BI, and understand their applications in the new analytical landscape. Discuss real-world scenarios, including weather predictions, sales forecasting, and population projections, to grasp the complexities of modern analytics and decision-making processes.