The Data Stack Show 210: From Reporting Basics to AI Automation with Eric Dodds and John Wessel: Navigating the Complexities of Data Standardization, Observability, and Business Alignment
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Oct 9, 2024 The discussion kicks off with the evolving landscape of reporting and analytics, stressing their ongoing relevance in business. Key topics include the complexities of data standardization and the distinction between static reports and dynamic analytics. The conversation touches on automation's role in reporting, the challenges of data quality, and the impact of industry regulations. Moreover, the importance of observability in analytics is highlighted, along with the balance between tribal knowledge and data-driven decision-making.
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Complex Reporting
- John Wessel recalls working with a customer-facing reporting interface.
- Customers created overly complex reports, impacting system resources.
Reinventing Reporting
- Many businesses reinvent the wheel with reporting, especially with slight tweaks to standard KPIs.
- This raises questions about the feasibility of fully automated analytics across different business models.
BI Market Size
- The BI tool market dwarfs packaged analytics solutions, despite the latter's automation.
- This suggests a preference for customization and broader usage across business functions.