Stand-Up Comedy Taught Me Why Your AI Is Bombing
I spent a good chunk of my early life wanting to be on Saturday Night Live. I’d do the Adam Sandler guitar bits, the “Opera Man” voice, and I was that guy at every family…
Five Data + AI Predictions for 2026: What Leaders Need to Prepare for Now
As we head into 2026, one thing is clear: the experimentation phase of AI is officially over. This is the year organizations will double down on systems, governance, and architectures that turn AI from an…
The 5R’s of AI: Leveraging Data to Drive Competitiveness and Improve Student Outcomes in Higher Education
When I think about my work with CIOs and provosts in higher education, I’m struck by how similar their challenges sound across campuses. Leaders know that AI has the potential to transform the student journey,…
From Data to Decisions: How AI-Enabled Apps Are Closing the Last Mile of Analytics
You’ve invested in your data. Your architecture is modern, your pipelines are humming, and your dashboards are live. But if you’re like most organizations, you’re still facing a frustrating gap: turning that insight into immediate,…
The Rise of Explainable and Ethical AI: Why It Matters to You in 2025
As AI continues to transform the way we work, live, and innovate, one hot topic has risen to the forefront in 2025: Explainable AI (XAI) and Ethical AI. These aren’t just buzzwords; they’re the foundations…
Using Advanced Analytics and AI to Help Healthcare Organizations Improve Quality of Care, Reduce Harm and Variation, and Deliver Cost Savings
The healthcare industry faces immense challenges in balancing the need for high-quality patient care with the pressures to control costs. As hospitals and health systems strive to meet these demands, the ability to leverage data…
Navigating the Digital Shift: Strategic AI Integration for Business Impact
The imperative for businesses to harness technology has never been more pressing. This is particularly true when it comes to artificial intelligence (AI), the latest frontier in a progression that has seen data handling capabilities…
The Elusive ROI of AI: Navigating the Complexities
As you integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into your business operations, you might find yourself reflecting on the early days of Business Intelligence (BI). Like BI, AI offers transformative potential yet presents a familiar challenge: how…
Cloud Cost Control: Strategic Insights from Evolution Analytics
Introduction: Navigating the Cloud Costs You’ve migrated to Snowflake or another cloud data warehouse, drawn by promises of flexibility and efficiency. However, without careful management, costs can escalate. Let’s unravel this complex situation together. The…
Embracing Data Governance: A Roadmap to AI Readiness and Ethical Compliance
In my recent conversations with clients, I’ve found myself repeating a crucial message: “STOP looking for the hard ROI and kicking the data governance can down the street. This is imperative for insights, alignment, compliance,…
