The Analytic Mind Enterprise DNA

Today’s episode features Gilbert Quevauvilliers, an expert in the field of Business Intelligence and Data Analytics. He has been in the industry since 2009 and has been an early adopter of Power BI, which he has been using for many years in his consulting and various engagements. His expertise spans across the data stack, from multidimensional cubes to the tabular model, and he has continuously kept himself up-to-date with the latest technologies.



Starting off in a large company in Durban, South Africa, he has decided to specialize in the Microsoft ecosystem and has built a wealth of knowledge and experience in this area. Join us today to hear Gilbert's expert insights and learn from his expertise.


In this episode, you will learn the following:

1. How to bridge the gap between stored data and the business users' needs

2. Know the key to success with Microsoft Tools

3. The importance of simplifying data models and creating a user-friendly data catalog for Power BI



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Gilbert Quevauvilliers


Website: ⁠www.fourmoo.com⁠
LinkedIn: ⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/fourmoo/



Sam McKay


Website: ⁠https://www.enterprisedna.co/⁠
LinkedIn:⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammckayenterprisedna/⁠

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In this episode, Sam McKay and Brian Julius discuss their latest initiative from Enterprise DNA, called Workouts. The aim of Workouts is to help users improve their skills in a more time-efficient and accessible way. They dive into how Workouts provide users with the opportunity to accelerate their skills in data analysis through daily challenges and access to experts in various fields.

Brian shares his vision for Workouts as a gym-like setting where members and non-members can improve their job prospects by building their skill portfolios. He also believes that the rapid development of Artificial intelligence (AI), Robotic process automation (RPA), and other technologies will provide a huge jump in intelligence and productivity. Brian hopes that Workouts will be a part of this exciting change.

Join Sam and Brian in this episode to learn more about how Workouts can help you take your data analysis skills to the next level.

What you will learn:


Enterprise DNA’s new initiative would Accelerate Your Data Analytics Learning and Skill Development.
The power of skills portfolio and how it can enhance your career opportunities
The Benefits of Participating in Enterprise DNA Workouts

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Brian Julius


LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjuliusdc/
Blog: https://blog.enterprisedna.co/author/brian-julius/

Sam McKay


Website: https://www.enterprisedna.co/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammckayenterprisedna/

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In this episode of the podcast, learn from the expertise of Thomas Martens, a Microsoft Data Platform MVP and Solution Architect at Munich Re. Join us as he explores the role of a Power BI Sherpa in driving a data culture and overcoming challenges in organizations. With 25 years of experience delivering Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing, and Analytics solutions, Tom shares his insights on using Power BI to tackle analytical challenges and apply analytical methods to small and large amounts of data. In this episode, Tom discusses the importance of Power BI in fostering a data culture, the challenges faced in large-scale analytics implementation, and his thoughts on the future of Power BI. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from a seasoned expert on the topic of Power BI and its impact on organizations.

Thomas "Tom" Martens has been awarded as an MSFT Data Platform MVP and works as Solution Architect at Munich Re (www.munichre.com). Tom is a regular speaker at international conferences and user meetings. Tom is the co-author of the book "Pro DAX with Power BI." When he is not working, Tom enjoys cycling and taking pictures. He also loves to blog and is passionate about helping others level up in the Power Bi space. Tom is an expert when it comes to creating complex solutions and architecting applications for large organizations.

In this episode, you will learn the following:
1. Working with Microsoft Technologies for 25 plus years and falling in love with Power BI
2. Understanding complex concepts such as incremental refresh and slowly changing dimensions in Star schema modeling
3. Forming teams of diverse skill sets to create data visualizations and build custom visual demos in Power BI.

Chapter Summaries:

00:00 Introduction

11:12 Exploring the Week-to-Week Role of a Solution Architect at Munich Re

22:54 Balancing Scalability and User Requirements in Deploying Data Solutions

27:49 Power BI and the Power Platform as the Engine of Analytics in Organizations

32:52 The Benefits of Staying Within the Microsoft Ecosystem: Power BI as the Data Analytics Hub

40:07 Challenges in Large-Scale Analytics Implementation: Insights from Experts

54:38 Exploring the Future of Power BI: Anticipating Advancements and Exciting Developments

1:06:38 Final Thoughts and Connecting with Tom Martens



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Thomas "Tom" Martens


LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tommartens68/
Website: https://minceddata.info
"Pro DAX with Power BI." Book: https://www.amazon.com/Pro-DAX-Power-Intelligence-PowerPivot/dp/1484248961

Sam McKay


Website: https://www.enterprisedna.co/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammckayenterprisedna/

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With his financial background and data modeling expertise, Chris Barber, a Microsoft MVP, explores the irony of his journey to discover the optimal data model, a task that requires both technical knowledge and a judgement call, to uncover the key to his clients' successful decision-making.

Chris Barber is a Microsoft MVP and chartered accountant with a Masters in analytics. He has presented at Microsoft Reactor and the London Business Analysts Group, and runs the website Starchema.co.uk, which has over 1000 people taking his finance course. He specializes in large scale data modeling and financial reporting.

Chris Barber was always interested in Power BI and data modeling and sought to gain a more in-depth understanding of the tabular engine and business problems. Through his Masters in analytics and working in finance, he developed a deeper understanding of Power BI and data models. He now works with large scale clients as a consultant and is passionate about understanding business problems and creating data models to meet them. He's learned that there is no quick fix to creating data models, but that it requires an understanding of the problem and a lot of practice. He has seen both the successes and failures of data models in Fortune 500 companies and believes that the trend of self-service and departmental data models will continue in the future, offering many opportunities for business owners.

What You Will Learn:

1. Discovering how to use Power BI to build effective financial models.

2. Exploring the challenges and rewards of using self-service data models.

3. Investigating the benefits of the MVP program and its connection with the product team.

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Chris Barber


LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophermichaelbarber/
Website: https://www.starschema.co.uk/

Sam McKay


Website: https://www.enterprisedna.co/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammckayenterprisedna/

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The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology have been nothing short of groundbreaking. The implications for businesses, jobs, and education are profound, and it can be both awe-inspiring and intimidating to consider what the future may bring. Brian and Sam discuss AI’s impact on coding, and how it has already begun to shift the way we do things. With a $20 billion investment from Microsoft and AI being embedded in parts of Azure, it is clear that the technology is advancing at an alarming rate. How will we use AI to our advantage, and how can it be used to enhance the way we learn and create? Brian and Sam dive into these questions and more, offering insight on the power of AI and how it can be used to make our lives easier.

Meet Brian, the Chief Content Officer of Enterprise DNA, passionate about the potential of Artificial Intelligence. He recently appeared on the Analytic Mind podcast to discuss the impact of AI on the future of businesses and education. Brian believes that AI is already making a huge impact, and that its potential is only beginning to be tapped. He has spent the past few weeks playing around with AI and attempting to understand how it works. He is most impressed by how well it can understand complex questions and produce code that runs well, but he is also aware of its limitations. Brian is excited to see where AI is going and how it will shape our lives in the years to come.

What You Will Learn

1. How will AI change the way we learn analytics languages?

2. How Google is navigating the introduction of AI into their business model without destroying their main revenue streams.

3. Examining a controversial topic in the DAX universe and challenging the status quo on how to learn DAX.

Resources Mentioned


Chat GPT 
General Availability of Azure OpenAI Service Expands Access to Large, Advanced AI Models with Added Enterprise Benefits 

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Brian Julius


LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianjuliusdc/
Blog: https://blog.enterprisedna.co/author/brian-julius/

Sam McKay


Website: https://www.enterprisedna.co/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammckayenterprisedna/

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Are you struggling to create a data culture in your organization that can support everyone inside the company, not just the executive? Chris Wagner, a director of data solutions at Baker Tilly, is here to help. With over two decades of experience in the data analytics space, Chris has worked with large organizations to create modernized data and analytical strategies. He will provide actionable ideas on how to build a data culture that can help individuals take their next step forward in their data career. This article will cover three focus areas of data engineering, analytics and data science, and how to build a data culture that encourages collaboration and mentorship. Get ready to unlock the power of data and join Chris in this journey to create an effective data culture.

You will learn:
1. How to effectively deploy and develop Power Bi in a modern data and analytics strategy.
2. The power of no-code/low-code tools to empower people to make an impact in their careers
3. Building a data culture to enable an organization to support broadly everyone inside the company.

Chris Wagner, a director of data solutions at Baker Tilly, has been working in the data analytics space for over two decades. Chris has worked at Rockwell Automation and Northwestern Mutual, managing their Power Bi and analytical platforms. He is passionate about helping organizations modernize their data and analytical strategy and empowering people to work with data. Chris will be discussing how to effectively develop and deploy Power Bi and how to create a data culture that drives value for everyone in the organization. So let's jump into the conversation!

Resources Mentioned


Baker Tilly - https://www.bakertilly.com/
StrengthsFinder - https://www.gallup.com/cliftonstrengths/en/254033/strengthsfinder.aspx 
ChatGPT - https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt/
DBT - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Data_build_tool

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Connect with me:
Chris Wagner


Website: https://www.kratosbi.com/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisWagnerDataGod
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wagnerchris/
Email:  Chris.Wagner@BakerTilly.com

Sam McKay


Website: https://www.enterprisedna.co/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sammckayenterprisedna/

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