We provide virtual training to business analysts, BA/BI practitioners and architects to enable the creation of world-class business analytics solutions based on the Microsoft platform.

Our online meetings occur on the 2nd and/or 4th Thursday of the month at 5pm GMT (New York: 12pm | London: 5pm | Sydney: 4am |  Los Angeles: 9am). All meetings are recorded and archived for future viewing.

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Next Meeting

Thursday,

March

14

March 14th PASS BA VC Meeting

Recording: http://passfiles.sqlpass.org/vc/ba/PASSBAVC031413/ReplayMeeting.htm

Slides: http://www.slideshare.net/StaciaMisner/big-data-primer-17300581

Featured Presentation:

A Big Data Primer

Stacia Misner, Principal Data Inspirations

The term "big data" dominates the headlines in technology news these days, but what is the fuss really all about? What are the implications for traditional data warehousing and reporting? What kind of technology and skill sets do you need to successfully implement to a big data strategy? In this session, you'll get a gentle, business-focused introduction to big data and leave with some inspiration and practical steps for tackling your first big data project

About Stacia:
Stacia Misner is a SQL Server MVP, SSAS Maestro, MCIT-BI, and MCTS-BI with a bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences. A consultant, educator, author, and principal of Data Inspirations, her career spans more than 25 years, with a focus on improving business practices through technology. Since 2000, Stacia has been providing consulting and education services for Microsoft's business intelligence technologies. During that time, she has also authored several books covering the Microsoft BI stack.