Modern Data Platform Map and Video

Last update: Dec 4, 2018 Modern Data Platform Map represents reference organizational layout of most important data pillars and services and corresponding groups of specialists in enterprises. In the following video I make a quick overview of Microsoft Data Platform. I will provide more details in subsequent posts and videos. Please post your questions, suggestions … Continue reading Modern Data Platform Map and Video

Business Intelligence Solutions Decision Tree

In this article we will cover most important Business Intelligence components based on Microsoft Data Platform. One week ago there were announcements on Power BI Premium and Power BI Report Server which will require some clarification, so I decided to create another decision tree describing available Microsoft analytical modeling and visualization tools, and covering Power … Continue reading Business Intelligence Solutions Decision Tree

Webcast: Enabling student success with cloud computing

In this webcast you will learn how to: Access data analytics tools to enable real-time and predictive analytics Improve student success through measurable results Make the future become less about student grades and more about measuring and customizing education to the needs of the individual student We will also cover following examples and case studies: … Continue reading Webcast: Enabling student success with cloud computing

Cortana Intelligence Suite: Big Data and Advanced Analytics

In this post we will discuss reference architecture for Big Data and Advanced Analytics using Cortana Intelligence Suite. The architecture can be relevant for organizations looking to fully manage big data and advanced analytics to transform all enterprise information into intelligent action. This will allow to take action ahead of your competitors by going beyond … Continue reading Cortana Intelligence Suite: Big Data and Advanced Analytics

Cortana Intelligence Suite End-to-End Training

I am very excited to share information about excellent end-to-end hands-on labs training on Cortana Intelligence Suite. This training covers Azure Machine Learning, Azure Data Factory, HDInsight Spark, Power BI, and Intelligent Apps. The course was developed by MTC Architect Todd Kitta. All training materials are available in his GitHub repository. If you need to … Continue reading Cortana Intelligence Suite End-to-End Training

August 2016 Dashboard in a Day Workshop

In this post you can find materials and useful information on Power BI Dashboard in a Day training which will be provided August 23 in Microsoft Technology Center New York. Please download archive with instructions, source files and Power BI reports. Prerequisites and setup steps Internet connectivity: You must be connected to the internet At minimum, a computer with … Continue reading August 2016 Dashboard in a Day Workshop

Vehicle Health & Driving Pattern Analysis using Cortana Analytics with Power BI

Last changes: January 13, 2016 In the following scenario of advanced analytics we will show how car dealers, insurances and automobile manufacturers can use Cortana Analytics including Power BI to gain real-time and predictive insights on vehicle health and driving pattern behavior. The solution can be applied to following business use cases: Usage-based insurance Vehicle … Continue reading Vehicle Health & Driving Pattern Analysis using Cortana Analytics with Power BI