Gary Goldberg

Business intelligence (BI) is one of the most vibrant sectors of the software industry, with many research firms projecting double-digit growth in the years ahead. The reason is simple: more people than ever before are demanding information. BI software allows users to find the information they need quickly so they can make better decisions. As enterprise information portals (EIPs) rise to the top of the CIO agenda, it's important to understand the ground rules for a successful business intelligence strategy. Informed business decisions aren't based on any single set of criteria - they draw on information from many different sources. Most intranets began as repositories of static information, such as company news and HR data. But these sites have the potential to become much more. EIPs are dynamic and interactive. They can include triggers that alert users when new ... (more)