SQA Group

10/21/2024

Adopting artificial intelligence to transform business processes isn't just about the data and tech. Having the right people on board, with a diverse range of expertise, is essential.

Click here for 10 key roles found in well-run enterprise AI teams today ➡

To maximize the business value of artificial intelligence, AI teams require a diverse range of skills and roles, from data scientists and domain experts, to strategic decision-makers.

10/01/2024

With artificial intelligence promising business transformation, the pressure to adopt AI is mounting. But the reality is that many organizations haven't taken the necessary steps to fully prepare. From data quantity and quality to adequate storage and cultural readiness, there are many factors to consider.

Click here to read more, including 5 questions to ask yourself to assess your organization's readiness. ➡

From data dilemmas to storage surprises, navigating the practical problems of AI adoption.

09/30/2024

We were thrilled to join Providence Business News last week for its Most Innovative Companies award ceremony, celebrating Rhode Island's most innovative firms! 🎉

SQA Group was recognized for its proprietary Metrics Finder service, which helps businesses measure what has long felt immeasurable.

Through the Metrics Finder, SQA Group helps companies:

✅ Establish new, Future of Work definitions of success
✅ Invent a new suite of next-gen KPIs
✅ Elevate the role of data science and predictive intelligence in their firm
✅ Establish always-on data collection and feedback mechanisms.

You can learn more about our Metrics Finder here: https://sqagroup.com/metrics-finder/

Thank you, PBN! A wonderful evening surrounded by incredible company.

09/09/2024

As business leaders, staying ahead of the curve means keeping up with transformative technologies that are reshaping industries. So which technology trends matter most for companies in 2024? Click here to dive in ➡

Which new technology will have the most impact in 2024 and beyond? Our annual analysis ranks the top tech trends that matter most for companies and executives.

08/27/2024

Call for nominations! 📢

We're looking for leaders in HR, MarCom, Innovation, Strategy, and Operations who are taking the reigns to advance data and advanced analytics efforts to move their teams and business forward. The leaders who commit to doing the big and bold...

⭐Measuring what's needed, not what's easy
⭐Unlocking hidden opportunity via data illumination
⭐Inspiring a culture of data literacy
⭐Pioneering their own data efforts
⭐Advancing AI, data science, and predictive capabilities

If this is you or someone you know, we'd love the chance to profile your extraordinary leadership in our newest Data Innovation Spotlight Series!

➡️ Click here to be profiled and/or to nominate someone you most admire: https://share.hsforms.com/184L3Ie6RRSydzhfnGTX9lg51c05

08/26/2024

Real-time data is the catalyst for operational agility amidst constant micro and macro change. But how do logistics, banking, and insurance companies harness it to stay ahead of the curve?

In CEO Rob Lanza's latest blog, he dives into the transformative impact of real-time data on agility, highlighting practical strategies and industry insights. Looking to future-proof your operations and make smarter, faster decisions? Click here to read more ➡ https://sqagroup.com/real-time-data-operational-agility/

08/06/2024

SQA Group has been named to Providence Business News' 2024 list of Most Innovative Companies for its proprietary Metrics Finder service, which helps businesses measure what has long felt immeasurable. 🎉

This annual distinction highlights and recognizes Rhode Island’s most innovative firms when it comes to developing new services, processes, and products that drive competitiveness and accelerate growth

Through the Metrics Finder, SQA Group helps companies:

✅ Establish new, Future of Work definitions of success
✅ Invent a new suite of next-gen KPIs
✅ Elevate the role of data science and predictive intelligence in their firm
✅ Establish always-on data collection and feedback mechanisms

Click here to read more: https://sqagroup.com/sqa-pbn-innovation-award/

07/26/2024

Most software releases contain defects, especially enterprise-level applications. But oftentimes, these defects are minor bugs that don't greatly impact user experience. But the recent Microsoft outage impacted millions across the world.

Click here to dive into 5 lessons learned from the recent outage, including the importance of Shift Right and performance and load testing ➡

Invest in people, processes and tools to ensure that you will never need to explain why a bug in one small file impacted the entire world.

07/18/2024

The opportunity to innovate with data has never been greater – whether that's measuring the immeasurable, unearthing hidden revenue streams sitting within existing data, standing up next-gen capabilities via artificial intelligence, and even predicting the future.

At SQA Group, we feel honored to get to partner with our clients to supercharge their data innovation efforts.

Recently, we partnered with SXSW, and Dr. Jason Ottley, Head of DEI, to unlock the power of data science by correlating current employee experience initiatives to belonging, ROI, and innovation, while also predicting the impact of future initiatives.

07/17/2024

74% of ChatGPT usage and 94% of Google Gemini usage at work is through noncorporate accounts ⚠

This means that unauthorized AI is eating your corporate data, from legal documents and HR data to source code and other sensitive information.

Click here to dive into what could wrong and 10 ways to head off potential disaster ➡

Unsanctioned AI in the workplace is putting company data, systems, and business relationships at risk. Here’s how to pivot employees’ AI curiosity toward acceptable use — and organizational value.

07/15/2024

Artificial intelligence has become a transformational force across the business — from functions and processes to workflows and methodologies. Look no further than Agile project management to see the impact of AI.

Agile has long emphasized flexibility, collaboration, and customer satisfaction. The integration of AI into Agile methodologies enables Agile to double down on its purpose, while also enhancing efficiency, driving productivity, and steering decision-making.

Read Chief Engineer Walter McAdams' latest blog exploring 9 ways in which AI is redefining Agile practices. Click here ➡ https://sqagroup.com/9-ways-ai-is-revolutionizing-agile/

07/09/2024

Analyzing data to understand what happened in the past is helpful, but the real power comes from when you shift from asking "what happened?" to "what might happen?"

Predictive analytics is all about leveraging advanced analytics and modeling techniques to make predictions about the future... future outcomes, trends, customer behaviors, org performance, etc.

Click here for 3 steps you can take today to get started, regardless of the functional area you support in your organization ➡

As companies advance their maturity journey, they begin to eye things like AI/ML acceleration, progressive KPI-ing, data science, and predictive analytics.