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Conversations on data, analytics, and business intelligence (BI) with Brick Thompson, Jon Thompson, and Caleb Ochs.

The Dashboard Effect Brick Thompson, Jon Thompson, Caleb Ochs

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 8 Ratings

Conversations on data, analytics, and business intelligence (BI) with Brick Thompson, Jon Thompson, and Caleb Ochs.

    How to Avoid the "Treadmill" and Build Your Data Team Continuity

    How to Avoid the "Treadmill" and Build Your Data Team Continuity

    "Let's say you hire two people, and they build a bunch of stuff. And then they decide to quit or find a better job, and then all of that knowledge goes with them. You have to have continuity. Otherwise, you're just on a treadmill." - Caleb Ochs

    In this episode of the Dashboard Effect Podcast, Brick and Caleb discuss the evolving challenges companies face in building and maintaining a data analytics team. They emphasize the importance of continuity and skill diversity, particularly in middle-market companies, and delve into why many businesses are increasingly looking to outsource these specialized skillsets. The conversation reveals the gaps that can form when companies rely solely on internal teams and makes the case for partnering with a fraction data team which offers both expertise and continuity in data strategy.

    Click here to watch this episode on our YouTube channel.

    Blue Margin increases enterprise value for PE-backed, mid-market companies by serving as their fractional data team. We advise on, build, and manage data platforms. Our strategy, proven with over 300 companies to-date, expands multiples through data transformation, as presented in our book, The Dashboard Effect.

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    • 11 min
    Implement Results, Not Just Software Solutions

    Implement Results, Not Just Software Solutions

    In this episode, Brick and Caleb explore the distinction between implementing software solutions and actually driving business results. They discuss the limitations of canned reporting in various systems like CRM, ERP, and fleet management software, emphasizing the need for a consolidated data environment, or a "data lakehouse," to truly unlock the power of your data. Whether you're a Private Equity Operating Partner or a C-Suite executive, you'll gain valuable insights into maximizing the ROI on your software investments and preparing your data infrastructure for the future of AI and machine learning.

    Click here to watch this episode on our YouTube channel.

    Blue Margin increases enterprise value for PE-backed, mid-market companies by serving as their fractional data team. We advise on, build, and manage data platforms. Our strategy, proven with over 300 companies to-date, expands multiples through data transformation, as presented in our book, The Dashboard Effect.

    Subscribe here to get more episodes of The Dashboard Effect podcast on your favorite podcast app.

    Visit Blue Margin's library of additional BI resources.

    • 10 min
    Overcoming "BI Paralysis" - The Killer of Business Intelligence Initiatives

    Overcoming "BI Paralysis" - The Killer of Business Intelligence Initiatives

    In this episode, hosts Brick and Caleb discuss the phenomenon of "BI Paralysis," a common roadblock that hinders companies from fully implementing their Business Intelligence (BI) initiatives. They discuss the pitfalls of striving for perfection in BI reporting, emphasizing the importance of iterative development and stakeholder education. The episode is a must-listen for executives looking to optimize their data strategy and avoid the paralysis that comes from overthinking BI projects.

    Click here to watch this episode on our YouTube channel.

    Blue Margin increases enterprise value for PE-backed, mid-market companies by building and managing their data platforms. Our strategy, proven with over 250 companies to-date, expands multiples through data transformation, as presented in our book, The Dashboard Effect.

    Subscribe here to get more episodes of The Dashboard Effect podcast on your favorite podcast app.

    Visit Blue Margin's library of additional BI resources.

    • 14 min
    Fast-Tracking Data Integration with Data Lakes

    Fast-Tracking Data Integration with Data Lakes

    In this episode, Brick and Caleb delve into the speed-to-insight benefits of data lakes over traditional data warehouses. They discuss how advances in technology have drastically reduced the time required to build data pipelines, making it easier for mid-market companies, especially those backed by private equity, to integrate and analyze data from multiple sources. Tune in to learn how you can leverage these innovations to make data-driven decisions faster, even if you're in the midst of a buy-and-build strategy.

    Click here to watch this episode on our YouTube channel.

    Blue Margin increases enterprise value for PE-backed, mid-market companies by building and managing their data platforms. Our strategy, proven with over 250 companies to-date, expands multiples through data transformation, as presented in our book, The Dashboard Effect.

    Subscribe here to get more episodes of The Dashboard Effect podcast on your favorite podcast app.

    Visit Blue Margin's library of additional BI resources.

    • 11 min
    Not Quite 'Big Data': A Middle Market-Sized Approach to Data Management

    Not Quite 'Big Data': A Middle Market-Sized Approach to Data Management

    In this episode, hosts Brick and Caleb discuss the unique challenges and opportunities of implementing data and analytics in the mid-market sector. Drawing on their experience from 1000+ projects, they discuss why traditional big data approaches don't fit the mid-market and offer actionable insights on cost-effective, ongoing data management. This episode provides valuable perspectives on optimizing your data strategy without having to build an in-house team.

    Click here to watch this episode on our YouTube channel.

    Blue Margin increases enterprise value for PE-backed, mid-market companies by building and managing their data platforms. Our strategy, proven with over 250 companies to-date, expands multiples through data transformation, as presented in our book, The Dashboard Effect.

    Subscribe here to get more episodes of The Dashboard Effect podcast on your favorite podcast app.

    Visit Blue Margin's library of additional BI resources.

    • 12 min
    Azure's New Threads: An Overview of Microsoft Fabric

    Azure's New Threads: An Overview of Microsoft Fabric

    In this episode, Brick and Caleb orient us to Microsoft's new data platform, Fabric, which was launched into public preview earlier this year. They discuss its key components, including its relationship with Data Engineering, Data Factory, Data Science, and Power BI. Additionally, they explore the future implications of integrating AI into data management.

    Click here to watch this episode on our YouTube channel.

    Blue Margin increases enterprise value for PE-backed, mid-market companies by building and managing their data platforms. Our strategy, proven with over 250 companies to-date, expands multiples through data transformation, as presented in our book, The Dashboard Effect.

    Subscribe here to get more episodes of The Dashboard Effect podcast on your favorite podcast app.

    Visit Blue Margin's library of additional BI resources.

    • 10 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
8 Ratings

8 Ratings

Thomas Mangieri ,

Great (and funny) show on BI

Proof that serious and important business topics can also generate laughs in the right hands. Nice work and thanks for putting it out there.

MichaelfromDenver ,

Understanding data applications

Dashboard Effect gets me to think about using data in ways I have not considered. Data/BI/metrics are discussed and explained in ways that I, a non tech savvy business owner can understand.

SqueeeezyQ ,

BI Experts

These guys have tons of experience in business intelligence and analytics, and it shows. As a business leader, I appreciate listening to their candid convos about their lessons and mistakes they’ve learned along the way. Some episodes are more technical and some are more business/ big picture. I enjoy listening.

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