Overview

Prepare yourself for a six-month journey through the world of Business Intelligence! The Edge of BI is an interactive, transparent, multimedia  exploration of what’s happening in the world of Information Management. The idea is to canvas the growing field of experts in enterprise technology, discover who’s doing what and why, then synthesize the research into a comprehensive lens that empowers end users to find the insights they need.

Want to get involved? Send an email to the report’s author, Eric Kavanagh: eric.kavanagh@bloorgroup.com.  We’ll start the process very soon!

Abstract

Somewhere just beyond a decision, rubber meets road in the world of business intelligence (BI). Here, a protocol changes, a measurement is tuned, a procedure transforms—all in an effort to achieve greater efficiency. This place, this choke point, this enterprise control has a name:

It’s called… The Edge of BI.

Investors in BI know the chasm between thought and action. Closing that gap can make all the difference in the world, helping organizations reap the rewards of expensive programs. In this Interactive Report by The Bloor Group, authors Robin Bloor and Eric Kavanagh explore the technologies, processes and people enjoying success at The Edge of BI.

The Edge of BI Presurvey

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Research Program Components

• A two-phased survey will canvas the information management community, first for ideas on which questions should be asked and of whom; then for specifics on BI challenges and solutions;
• A flurry of content briefings will be held to gather ideas, discuss trends, identify panelists and determine the report’s direction;
• Three series of five roundtable discussions will be broadcast live, featuring experts including consultants, vendors, end users and industry analysts;
• A ‘Key Assertions‘ document will be published to the Social Network at The Virtual Circle for soliciting detailed feedback from members of the network;
• An Executive Summary will be published that outlines key findings and recommendations of the report;
• A detailed, 250-page report/book will be published to provide a comprehensive view of the Business Intelligence industry, weaving in quotes from survey respondents and roundtable experts;
• A 90-minute Webcast will provide perspective on the key points addressed in the report;
• A paperback version of the report will be published and available thru The Virtual Circle.

Research Schedule

To see the current research schedule for The Edge of BI, click here.

Report Outline for The Edge of BI

• The Report’s Edge–> Overview / Executive Summary / Warning: Get it or die!
• On the Edge –> The story of a theoretical company struggling with typical challenges of leveraging BI.
• The Cutting Edge –> Best technologies and how to use them; segment breakdown of disciplines.
• The Bleeding Edge –> Common pitfalls to avoid in leveraging BI.
• The Razor’s Edge –> Where BI innovation attempts to align with the remorseless evolution of technology.
• Sharpening the Edge –> Tips for improving your scenario.
• The Edge of Insanity –> What happens when you don’t do the right stuff.