The Clearly Podcast

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The Clearly Podcast

Join us every Monday as we discuss all aspects on Data together with Analytics and cover comparisons in the market, considerations and deployment guidance. Clearly are leaders in Data and Analytics, a Microsoft Gold Partner and formed to help organisations with their data challenges. To find out more about our services and the help we can offer, contact us at one of the websites below: North America: https://clearlysolutions.net/ UK and Europe: https://www.clearlycloudy.co.uk/

  1. 06/30/2024

    So You Wanna be a BI Consultant? (2024 Edition)

    Send us a textWelcome to the Clearly Podcast. The podcast is taking a break for a few weeks due to another project, and upon return, there will be exciting news. Today's discussion revisits what it takes to be a Power BI consultant, focusing on the necessary skills and qualities.Experience with Power BI is valuable, but not mandatory for juniors. Key qualities include consulting skills, analytics, business experience, understanding data, and articulating it clearly. Being able to work with se...

    39 min

  2. 06/24/2024

    The 2024 IT Consulting Job Market

    Send us a textThe podcast discusses the current state of the IT consulting job market, particularly focusing on skills and opportunities in 2024. The conversation highlights the end of the post-COVID job market boom, noting that recruitment has slowed, with hiring managers delaying decisions and tighter budgets. However, there are signs of recovery with an increase in RFPs.The job market trend is similar in both the UK and the US, though the US is slightly better off, with contractors getting...

    39 min

  3. 06/17/2024

    Azure vs Fabric

    Send us a textWelcome to the Clearly Podcast. After some light-hearted banter about annual leave and running shoes, the discussion shifts to the main topic: Azure vs. Fabric.The conversation covers the components of Azure and Fabric, focusing on Power BI, Azure Data Factory (ADF), OneLake, and Synapse Analytics. Fabric offers better integration and cost control for users who need multiple components. However, for those using a single component like ADF, the benefits of migrating to Fabric are...

    36 min

  4. 06/09/2024

    Power Apps and Power Pages- Demystifying the Options

    Send us a textWelcome to the Clearly Podcast, where today's discussion focuses on Power Apps, particularly canvas apps, model-driven apps, and Power Pages, and how to choose the right one.Power Pages are ideal for external, infrequent users due to their pricing model and ability to handle large user bases. In contrast, canvas and model-driven apps are more suited for internal use. Canvas apps offer high customization and a user-friendly mobile interface, making them great for tasks like inven...

    40 min

  5. 06/02/2024

    Data Quality Dashboards - aka The Snitch Report

    Send us a textIn this episode of the Clearly Podcast, the hosts discuss data quality dashboards. These dashboards monitor data entry to flag errors and ensure data accuracy, especially in systems with significant human input. Key points include:Definition and Use: Data quality dashboards highlight data entry errors, allowing for prompt correction. Errors disappear from the report once fixed, providing satisfaction to users.Routine Recommendation: These dashboards are essential, particularly w...

    29 min

  6. 05/26/2024

    Dealing With a Mess of Data Systems and Products

    Send us a textHosts: Andy Clark, Tom GoughGuest: Greg Bounds Topic: Dealing With a Mess of Data Systems and ProductsKey Points:1. Introduction:· Andy and Tom introduce Greg Bounds, who works as a data architect for a national nonprofit and also consults on data projects.2. Defining the Problem:· The discussion focuses on inheriting a complex data environment, termed a "dog's breakfast," with a mix of applications, systems, and databases.· &nb...

    40 min

  7. 05/19/2024

    Working Outside the Microsoft Stack

    Send us a textThis week, Andy, Tom, and Shailan, discuss the challenges and considerations of working with technologies outside the Microsoft stack from a consulting perspective.Key Points:Encountering Non-Microsoft Technologies:· Clients often use various non-Microsoft technologies like Google Analytics, Salesforce, Oracle, etc.· Consultants must be prepared to handle data sources and systems outside the Microsoft ecosystem.Balancing Expertise and Exte...

    29 min

  8. 05/12/2024

    Choosing a Cloud Provider

    Send us a textIn this episode of the Clearly Podcast, the hosts discuss how to choose a cloud provider. They emphasize starting with the big three providers: Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform, as these offer comprehensive services, long-term stability, and a large pool of skilled professionals. It's generally unrealistic to consider other niche platforms unless you have very specific needs tied to a particular vendor's products.When evaluating cloud providers, consider what you're trying ...

    33 min
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Join us every Monday as we discuss all aspects on Data together with Analytics and cover comparisons in the market, considerations and deployment guidance. Clearly are leaders in Data and Analytics, a Microsoft Gold Partner and formed to help organisations with their data challenges. To find out more about our services and the help we can offer, contact us at one of the websites below: North America: https://clearlysolutions.net/ UK and Europe: https://www.clearlycloudy.co.uk/

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  • Creator
    Clearly Podcasting
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    89
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    © 2024 The Clearly Podcast
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