Transform data into action for competitive advantage
"The knowledge assets of an organization are becoming increasinglyimportant for competitive advantage, and therefore, the way inwhich knowledge is created, renewed, and communicated is critical.This book provides practical insights into how this may be achievedthrough the establishment of a Business Intelligence CompetencyCentre and is a valuable read for 'informationprofessionals.'"
--Bill Sturman, Information Architecture Project Manager The OpenUniversity, United Kingdom
"BI is more than technology and projects. BI must live in theorganization--as a BICC. This book helps to make BI tangible andunderstandable, bringing it to life."
--Miriam Eisenmann, Project Manager (PMP) CSC Ploenzke AG,Germany
"This book is a must-read for planning and implementing your BICC.It is a pragmatic guide that addresses a lot, if not all, of thequestions you'll be asking yourself. Don't miss out on getting ahead start from the people who thought this through from start tofinish . . . Pray your competitors don't get hold of thisbook!"
--Claudia Imhoff, President Intelligent Solutions, Inc., USA
"Creating a BICC forces the organization to focus on the importanceof centralizing the gathering, interpreting, and analyzing ofinformation to create business insight."
--Anne Ulyate, Group Manager Business Intelligence Mutual &Federal, South Africa
"BI is a highly visible element in the 'business value' trend forIT investments. Initiatives, such as competency centers, shouldempower user organizations to drive even more value out of their BIinvestments."
--Marianne Kolding, Director, European ServicesIDC, United Kingdom
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