Your Data Platform Review

You're not alone if you want to get more value from your data but don't know where to start. According to Lenovo, 85% of organisations are not fully leveraging their data even though 80% of their leaders say data is critical to the decisions they want to make.

If you are stuck, like so many others in your situation then it’s time to take the first steps and what better way to begin than with a helping hand? Our targeted data platform review gives you an overview of what you have and a roadmap to help you reach your goals – which puts you ahead of the crowd.

The Data Platform Review & Strategy document is a comprehensive report aimed at assessing a company's current data infrastructure and providing a detailed roadmap for future improvements. Here is a summary of what it entails and the benefits on offer: 

Data Platform Review Summary: 

1. Introduction and Objectives: An overview of the company’s goals to develop a scalable data platform that supports all current and future reporting needs, ensuring consistent and accurate information across the organisation.  

2. Current Challenges: Identify issues such as data inconsistencies, fragmented reporting tools, lack of expertise, and scalability problems.

3. Strategic Goals: Establishing a centralised data repository, automating data processes, developing a semantic data model, addressing skill gaps, and building a scalable solution. 

4. Data Infrastructure Review: Examination of existing systems (e.g., ERP, accounting software) and data sources, highlighting integration and performance issues. 

5. Proposed Solutions:  Short to medium-term strategies using Azure SQL Database and Azure Data Factory for robust data management. A long-term strategy involving the migration to Microsoft Fabric for advanced analytics and machine learning. 

6. Core Solution Components: Detailed descriptions of tools like Power BI for reporting and visualisation, and Azure services for data handling. 

7. Licensing and Cost Considerations: Analysis of licensing models and operational costs for Power BI and Azure services.

8. Development Roadmap: Phased implementation plan outlining steps and estimated costs for pilot, short/medium-term, and long-term phases. 

9. Key Skills and Training:  Identification of required skills and training needs for maintaining and developing the proposed solutions.

10. Support and Consultancy: Information on consultancy services, training programs, and recruitment assistance offered to support the implementation and ongoing management of the data platform. 

Benefits for Businesses: 

1. Enhanced Decision-Making: By creating a single source of truth and improving data consistency and reliability, businesses can make better, data-driven decisions.

2. Increased Efficiency: Automation of data processes reduces manual effort, ensuring data integrity and freeing up time for more strategic tasks.

3. Scalability: The proposed solutions are designed to scale with the business, allowing for incremental growth and adaptation to increasing data volumes and complexity.

4. Future-Proofing: Laying the groundwork for advanced analytics and machine learning capabilities ensures that the business is prepared for future technological advancements.

5. Cost Management: Detailed cost analysis and scalable licensing models help manage and predict expenses, providing a clear understanding of the financial implications.

6. Improved Reporting: With tools like Power BI, businesses can create interactive, engaging reports that provide deeper insights and foster a culture of self-service analytics.

7. Skill Development: Training programs and skill development initiatives empower employees, reducing reliance on external support and increasing in-house expertise.

By conducting a thorough Data Platform Review & Strategy, businesses can identify gaps in their current data practices, implement robust and scalable solutions, and ultimately drive more informed, strategic decision-making across the organisation. 

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We offer a blended consultancy and training approach to help you with your Power BI Data Journey: Microsoft Azure BI Solutions Training, Data Strategy Consulting, Data Analytics Consulting, Power BI Consulting and Microsoft Fabric Consulting and that’s just for starters. Please contact us for your bespoke training course. 

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