Ross Waterston

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Data – The Path To Excellence

I participated in the Edinburgh Marathon with a close friend on Sunday the 26th. As we ran through the miles (and there are plenty of them in a marathon) I thought about what had transformed my life. In 2016, I did the Wall, a 69-mile ultramarathon from Carlisle to Newcastle. Let me get this out...
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The takeaway problem

Many people often joke or complain about this, and it is also a challenge in our consulting work, but does “Export to Excel” hurt your vision for a Modern Analytics Platform? The answer is no, but it’s not that simple. Our experience shows that “Export to Excel” can be a key way to engage people...
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As Clear As Glass

In today’s complex business landscape, where data flows thick and fast from myriad sources, having a clear, consolidated view is crucial for informed decision-making, and a Single Pane of Glass (SPOG) reporting approach plays a key role in achieving this. To understand what is meant by a Single Pane of Glass, we must first acknowledge...
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Be Excellent!

We’ve discussed at length how in today’s data-driven landscape, harnessing the full potential of data requires more than just technology; it necessitates an holistic approach that encompasses people, processes, and governance. This is where a Center of Excellence (CoE) for BI & Analytics emerges as a cornerstone for success.  A Business Intelligence CoE serves as...
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