Automated data integration, combined with a cloud-first, fully managed data stack, promises not only reliable data connections but also savings of time, labor, money, and morale.

Furthermore, automated data integration offers the possibility of democratizing data fluency and building a data-driven culture.

The following steps discuss practical measures for beginning your organization’s path to better and more accessible analytics.

• How to properly assess your needs
• Should you migrate or start fresh?
• How to evaluate data warehouse and business intelligence tools
• How to calculate your total cost of ownership and ROI