Business Analytics

Business Analytics Consulting

Unlocking the Power of Your Data with Innovative Data Analytics Solutions

SME Solutions Group offers complete platforms with ready-to-use enterprise data services for a wide variety of workloads and data. Offering valuable, actionable insights from all types of data—in the cloud, on-premises, or in a hybrid deployment—SME empowers business users, data engineers, and data scientists to access and process relevant data, evaluate predictions, and make quick, accurate decisions.

Challenges We Resolve Through Data Analytics Consulting Services

Right Data, Right People, Right Time

Struggling to locate the correct data and underutilizing data across different business functions can lead to missed opportunities. Our goal is to empower users with self-service options and a variety of analytics tools, promoting seamless collaboration, rapid experimentation, and quicker decision-making processes.

Disruptive Process Fragmentation

Unclear data ownership, subpar data quality, and diverse platforms lead to disjointed processes that hinder business operations. Our solution promotes decentralized domain data ownership, establishes a data governance framework focused on value, and improves data integration for heightened data quality and precision.

Lack of Alignment Between Data and IT Team

Lack of business domain expertise and the intricate nature of legacy systems often lead to misalignment within your tech teams. Our approach involves developing cutting-edge data and AI products on a large scale, utilizing a data-as-a-product / data-as-a-service strategy to deliver innovative toolsets tailored to a wide range of business stakeholders.

Our Clients

How We Help You Treat Data as a Corporate Asset

Data Analytics Consulting

Our expertise lies in crafting and implementing data strategies to enhance your competitive edge and safeguard the future of your organization. Collaborating with you, with the guidance of a data consultant, we identify data opportunities and essential analytics scenarios, conduct a thorough assessment of your data capabilities, and assist in developing and deploying a robust data architecture aligned with your business goals.

Data Strategy Consulting and Design
Data Innovation
AI Readiness and Strategy
Business Use Case Solutioning and PoСs
Data-as-a-Service
Data-as-a-Product

Data Platform Design & Engineering

Empower your organization with modern data platforms that streamline data management, effortlessly enable data products, and provide valuable insights for informed business decisions. Partnering with leading providers such as AWS, Azure, Snowflake, GCP, and Databricks, we deliver robust and scalable data platforms and data warehouse consulting that facilitates seamless data ingestion, processing, and integration.

Data Warehouse / Lake / Lakehouse Platforms
Data Fabric / Mesh
Multi-Modal Data Storage, Processing, and Access
Scalable Storage and Optimized Processing
Modern Cloud / Hybrid / On-Prem Data Architecture
Data Virtualization and Semantic Layer

Data Products, Analytics, & Business Intelligence

We specialize in turning your data into a valuable asset that can be shared with both internal and external stakeholders. Our expertise lies in providing actionable insights through cutting-edge data visualization, interactive dashboards, and self-service analytics. Additionally, we excel in crafting predictive models, conducting thorough data analysis, and utilizing machine learning algorithms to reveal intricate data patterns and tackle intricate business challenges.

Self-Service BI and Analytics
Data and Analytics Products with AI/ML Capabilities
Data Monetization
Data Distribution / APIs / Sharing / Marketplace
Data Visualization and Data Portals
Interactive and Mobile BI
Prescriptive and Predictive Analytics
Real-Time / Streaming Analytics
Decision Optimization / Automation
Intuitive Data Visualization of Complex Data

Data Architecture Migration & Modernization

In order to prepare your business for the future, we specialize in crafting cutting-edge data solutions and managing the seamless migration of your data with minimal impact on your day-to-day operations. Our goal is to streamline and refine the migration process, offering tailored recommendations that align perfectly with your business needs.

Migration Strategy
Migration Efforts Estimation
Scope Optimization Recommendations
Replatforming and Rearchitecting

Data Technology & Engineering

Our expertise spans across various data tools and technologies such as data warehouses, data lakes, data mesh, and data catalogs. We excel in building high-performance infrastructure through the development of data pipelines and the implementation of data standards and procedures, ensuring seamless integration across multiple systems and sources.

Modern Data Engineering Stack
Data Integration, Modelling, and Transformation (ETL/ELT)
Data Pipelines / Orchestration / Quality Management / Observability / Monitoring / CI/CD / Automation
Scalable and Flexible Data Ingestion, Rapid Data Onboarding, CDC

Data Management

Our expertise lies in maintaining a seamless process of gathering and safeguarding top-tier data across the organization while ensuring controlled data access. We craft user-friendly data management solutions that provide precise data and analytics to empower decision makers with valuable insights to drive your business forward.

Data Governance
Data Quality Management
Metadata / Lineage / Catalog / Data Discovery
Data Architecture
Data Harmonization and Consumption
Lifecycle Management
Data Security / Privacy / Access Control / Compliance

Analytics Modernization

Our team of experts is dedicated to helping organizations stay ahead of the curve by revolutionizing their data infrastructure through the latest cloud-based technologies and advanced big data frameworks. This strategic overhaul not only enhances data analytics capabilities but also equips organizations with the power of artificial intelligence.

Inventory Analytics For Data-Driven Inventory Management

A modern data stack and robust BI strategy provides insights into customer behavior, product, and channel performance.

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Optimizing Data Management With Cloud Solutions

Modern data management and storage streamline processes, cut costs, and improve data-driven decisions.

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Building User Confidence While Reducing Cloud Computing Costs

Kforce migrated from costly, legacy ETL processes to a modern approach that has widespread positive impacts on the business.

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Our Latest Insights on All Things Data & Analytics

Azure Synapse vs Snowflake: Cloud Data Warehouse

The distinction between cloud and on-premises data warehouses lies in their deployment architectures, with cloud platforms offering unparalleled scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness.

Snowflake and Azure Synapse are at the forefront of cloud data warehouse and lakehouse platforms, revolutionizing data management for the modern era.

When making the decision between Azure Synapse and Snowflake, organizations must carefully consider their specific data management needs and priorities.

Modern Data Stack

SME Solutions Group's AI Readiness Ki

Ignoring AI readiness in today's landscape is like missing the boarding call to the future of business.

In this guide, we help organizations think ahead about their AI readiness and lay a strong foundation for success. This involves assessing their data infrastructure, fostering a culture of innovation and understanding, and establishing clear governance frameworks. By taking these proactive steps, organizations can ensure AI becomes a powerful tool for growth, not a disruptive force for chaos.

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Download the eBook How to Get Ready for AI

Dbt Core Vs. Dbt Cloud: Which Is Right For You?

dbt Core and dbt Cloud are both powerful tools for data transformation. dbt Core offers flexibility and control, while dbt Cloud provides a managed environment and additional features. By understanding the differences and considering your specific needs, you can choose the right solution for your data transformation workflows.

Ultimately, the right solution for you depends on your unique requirements and constraints. Consider the features, infrastructure needs, scalability, ease of use, and cost to make an informed decision.

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dbt Core vs. dbt Cloud: Which is Right for You?

Industry-Specific Data Analytics Consulting Experience

Finance

Transform your financial services business with over 20 years of industry expertise in data and analytics services. Whether you're a bank or a fintech firm, we cater to a wide range of financial entities, ensuring compliance with regulations and data privacy. Empower your business with a data-centric approach, gaining a competitive advantage in risk management, investment strategies, and operational efficiency. Count on us to navigate the intricacies of the financial landscape, propelling your company ahead of the competition.

Healthcare & Life Sciences

Embrace the healthcare data revolution to unlock your full potential. Our expertise lies in tackling intricate challenges, from overseeing clinical studies to providing insights on treatment efficacy, conducting real-time data analysis, tailoring customer experiences, optimizing supply chains, and detecting fraudulent activities. With a wealth of experience, we collaborate closely with healthcare and life science partners to deliver cutting-edge data and analytics solutions that fuel business growth.

Retail & Distribution

Elevate your Retail, Manufacturing, and Distribution operations with our customized solutions, delivering measurable ROI and efficiency improvements along the entire value chain. By harnessing advanced data democratization, analytics, and AI-powered operational insights, we enhance your strategies with a focus on customer-centric approaches, enriching personalized interactions and increasing customer retention. Secure a competitive advantage for sustainable growth and prosperity.

Energy and Utility

Revolutionize the way your energy and utility company harnesses the power of data as a crucial asset for driving business success. Drawing on our extensive expertise in the energy and utility sector, we excel in implementing cutting-edge smart meter and smart grid projects, as well as conducting thorough IT testing to ensure seamless operations. Partner with us to unlock the full potential of your company's data-driven initiatives.