Enterprise IT / Manufacturing

BCBS 239: A Path to Good Risk Taking

With systemic changes going on in the financial services industry, the constant drumbeat of new regulations continues to drive up costs while forcing banks to increase reserves and decrease leverage. Better risk taking will ulti­mately differentiate financial institutions from competitors, ensure survival and fuel growth in today’s global economy.

Risk management, based on reliable and timely enterprise data, is rapidly evolving to become an integral part of the financial services business – enabling faster decisions, addressing regulatory compliance, improving profitability and reducing costs. In the face of all the existential challenges and potential opportunity, BCBS 239 princi­ples provide a solid foundation for data and analytics. And therefore, implementing them should be seen as a strategic investment.

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Does Work at Home for Contact Centers Really Work?

Trending Strategies and Outcomes.Remote working is exploding as a result of mobile technologies, with more than 50% of the US labor force working outside of their home office for at least a portion of their regular work schedule.Astonishingly, 80% of c…

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Employee Training Plan Playbook

Our guide will help you outline who your company should be training, what it should be training them on, and how to create a successful experience for learners and creators alike. With this template, you will set goals, establish action plans, and brea…

Enterprise IT

Data Visualization. The What, Why and How

A few years ago most of us didn’t know terms like big data and the Internet of Things. And now, we see things change at a speed that surpasses our ability to learn and understand. In this era of “big data” we don’t need more information, but we do need more relevant and more useful information, of better quality and at the right time.

Data visualization provides an answer to that need.

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Your Guide to Bridging the Analytics Skills Gap

Data scientists are continually in demand (it’s the “sexiest job of the 21st century,” after all), and there’s a persistent skills gap in all major industries. Programs like SAS® Analytics U are working hard to develop the next generation of analytics talent, but for now demand still far outpaces supply. This eBook has what you need: real-world advice from employers – and inside tips from educators – on finding, attracting, keeping and motivating top analytics talent.

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IIA: Stronger Cybersecurity Starts with Data Management

Cybersecurity professionals are changing their focus from prevention to detection. Keeping the bad guys out is still important, but cybercriminals are increasingly able to bypass even the most sophisticated network defenses. Once they’re inside, you’ve got to find them fast – before they’ve had a chance to hide – with security analytics. This International Institute for Analytics paper summarizes a discussion with two experts from SAS: Christopher Smith, Director of Cybersecurity Strategy; and Evan Levy, Vice President of Business Consulting for Data Management.

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