As data needs evolve, Microsoft continues to introduce powerful features to its Power BI platform. If you are looking to enhance analytics, accessibility, and security, while simplifying complex data tasks, Power BI has you covered. Here’s a look at the top 5 Power BI...
While Atlassian offers many plugins for its apps on the Marketplace, its most popular add-ons resolve common problems seemingly every business has. For example, draw.io (also known as Diagrams.net) has emerged as a top choice for creating flowcharts, process maps,...
Organizations need more than just a solid business strategy. They need a framework to ensure that every team member aligns with the company's overarching goals. This is where Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) come into play. OKRs have become a powerful tool for...
Introduction Welcome to this session. My name is Michael Roberts. I'm Vice President of Sales and Marketing at SPK and Associates, and I'm joined with— Hi, this is Mike Solinap. I lead up our Cloud Infrastructure Practice here at SPK. The ability to adapt to the swift...
There are many Business Intelligence (BI) tools on the market, seemingly with similar capabilities. The goal of BI tools is to collect, analyze, and visualize large amounts of data, transforming raw data into actionable insights. A popular open-source BI tool is...
“Data engineering is the unsung hero of data science, the foundation upon which great data analysis is built.”Everyone in the computer science field is familiar with the phrase, “garbage in, garbage out.” This phrase encapsulates the importance of what goes on behind...
Hello and welcome to this SPK and Associates video, "Why Businesses Must Embrace Digital Transformation." My name is Michael Roberts, Vice President at SPK and Associates, and I'm here with Chris McHale, CEO and Co-founder of SPK and Associates. What is Digital...
The ability to harness and effectively communicate the insights hidden within a company’s data has become a crucial skill for organizations. In a blog post from 2022, I explored the topic of storytelling through data utilization. This fusion of data analysis with...
Today, many organizations are faced with data overload from various sources such as CAD, PLM, CRM, ERP, CI/CD, and others. So, the strategic analysis and integration of this data are essential for making informed decisions and gaining a competitive edge. The fusion of...
Ensuring regulatory compliance and fostering trust in products are paramount for medical device manufacturers. The FDA, European Competent Authority, and Health Canada closely oversee design, development, and manufacturing for patient safety and efficacy....
With the impending deadline for Atlassian Server support on February 14, 2024 you’re likely at a crossroad – contemplating the transition to Atlassian Cloud or potentially already on it and wondering how to save costs on your stack. At SPK & Associates, we...
As we progress through 2024, the landscape of IT Service Management (ITSM) continues to evolve. And, Atlassian is at the forefront, shaping the way organizations tackle service delivery. In this blog post, we’ll share what we’ve learned in the past few weeks about the...