Data Lake vs Data Warehouse vs Data Lakehouse: What’s the Difference & Which One Do You Need?
Why Your Data Storage Strategy Matters If you’re collecting data (and let’s be honest, who isn’t?), then where and how you store it directly impacts how useful it will be. 🔹 Got messy, unstructured data and don’t know where to put it? 🔹 Need fast, structured insights for financial reporting? 🔹 Looking for the best […]
Why So Many Data Projects Fail – And How to Avoid the Same Mistakes
Ever wonder why so many data projects crash and burn before they even take off? The scary truth is that 60-85% of them fail before delivering any real value. At assimil8, we’ve seen it all—projects that never got off the ground, initiatives that collapsed under their own weight, and businesses that wanted to be ‘data-driven’ […]
Data Consultancy: A Guide to Understanding Key Concepts
Data is one of the most valuable assets any business has—but without the right expertise, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by it. That’s where data consultancy comes in. Whether you’re looking to make better decisions, improve efficiency, or unlock hidden insights, working with data experts ensures you’re getting the most value from your information. But […]
Data Mining: Data Consultancy Explained
Data is everywhere, but making sense of it? That’s the real challenge. That’s where data mining comes in—a powerful technique that helps uncover patterns, trends, and anomalies buried deep in vast amounts of information. Done right, data mining can transform the way you operate—helping you predict customer behaviour, identify new revenue opportunities, and optimise business […]
Power BI in 2025: Is It the Right Analytics Tool for You?
Data analytics tools have become the backbone of decision-making and operational efficiency. Microsoft’s Power BI remains one of the most widely adopted analytics platforms, largely due to its bundling with Microsoft 365. On the surface, it seems like a no-brainer—an analytics powerhouse that’s “free” with your existing Microsoft license. But as many users quickly realise, […]
Data Strategy: Data Consultancy Explained
It’ll come as no surprise to anyone that 2024 was the year of data. Thanks to the rise of ChatGPT and the many tools that followed, data became the buzzword of many a boardroom. Data is a raw material that powers decision-making, fuels innovation, and drives growth. But like any resource, it must be managed […]
Data Compliance: Data Consultancy Explained
With more data being collected than ever before, understanding the concept of data compliance is crucial. This term, often thrown around in boardrooms and IT departments is a critical component of data consultancy. But what does it mean? How does it impact you and your businesses? Join us as we explore data compliance, breaking its […]
Thinking About AI for Your Business? Here’s How to Get Started
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’re probably aware that AI is becoming the go-to for many companies. Whether used to improve processes and save money or to differentiate your offering to the audience, AI is going nowhere. So, isn’t it time you gave it some serious thought? Now that the obvious is out […]
The Cost of Poor Data Quality: How Bad Data Hurts Your Bottom Line
If I were to ask you how much data do you think you consume in a day? What would your answer be? Ballpark. Whether it’s customer details, sales figures, or operational metrics, you’re surrounded by data, but we need to let you in on a little secret… Not all data is created equal. Poor data […]
Breaking Down Data Silos: Why Fragmented Data is Holding You Back
You’ve got data flowing in from every direction—sales, marketing, operations, finance—but if it’s not connected, you’re likely dealing with the frustrating reality of data silos. Think about it: You have different departments using different systems, each holding on to their own little corner, meaning any chance you have of seeing the bigger picture is out […]