Fundamentals of Data Preparation

Data is often called the raw material of the information age, and it does share characteristics with the resources that power other industries. For example, imagine trying to make a car out of unrefined iron ore. A lot of processing happens between the mine and the factory. Data is no different. In its “raw” form,…

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A Brief History of Data Quality

The term “Data Quality” focuses primarily on the level of accuracy possessed by the data, but also includes other qualities such as accessibility and usefulness. Some data isn’t accurate at all, which, in turn, promotes bad decision-making. Some organizations promote fact-checking and Data Governance, and, as a consequence, make decisions that give them an advantage….

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AI Will Make You 10X the Data Analyst, Not Take Your Job

AI isn’t here to replace data analysts; it’s here to unlock their full potential and dramatically scale their work. With AI as their powerful ally, data analysts can unlock latent value in data and lead the charge in the fourth industrial revolution. In a world where AI creates viral images and crafts hit music, it’s clear that we’re…

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