Hyper: Changing the way you think about, plan, and execute business intelligence for real results, real fast!

by Gregory P. Steffine, Boris Evelson (Foreword)

Today, an organization’s survival ultimately rests on how well (and fast!) it creates value. That’s why decision-makers consistently rate business intelligence as one of their top investment priorities. They depend on information to help them compete in a world where disruption is a constant and speed an obsession. But recognizing the need for BI is one thing. Effectively using it to create value is an entirely different matter.

Hyper is the essential quick-read guide for busy business and IT professionals struggling to make BI work. Packed with pragmatic advice, proven methods, and real-world tools, this book provides straight talk on how to finally deliver BI in a hyper-responsive, hyper-agile, and hyper-flexible way. Inside you will discover:

• Ways to overcome the 4 primary challenges associated with BI planning and execution
• Methods to create, validate, and communicate requirements that accelerate decision-making
• How to deliver quick wins that drive end-user adoption and long-lasting solutions

Plus, you’ll find practical tips from years of hands-on field work. Hyper will change the way you think about, plan, and execute BI. For real results, real fast!

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Foreword
“The Age Of The Customer Demands A New Approach To BI Planning and Execution” by Boris Evelson, Vice President and Principal Analyst | Forrester Research, Inc.

Section 1 – Understanding BI
– Chapter 1 – Value Creation
– Chapter 2 – The BI Value Chain
– Chapter 3 – Value Enablers
– Chapter 4 – The Problem with BI

Section 2 – The Imperatives for Success
– Chapter 5 – Addressing the Problem with BI
– Chapter 6 – Unify
– Chapter 7 – Simplify
– Chapter 8 – Amplify
– Chapter 9 – Qualify
– Chapter 10 – The Importance of Collaboration

Section 3 – Methods to Accelerate Planning
– Chapter 11 – Building Requirements for Quick Wins and Beyond
– Chapter 12 – Painting the Big Picture
– Chapter 13 – Prioritizing Mission-Critical Information Needs
– Chapter 14 – Building the Information Universe
– Chapter 15 – Validating the Information Model
– Chapter 16 – Bridging the Gap Between Business and IT
– Chapter 17 – Mapping the Data
– Chapter 18 – Creating the Execution Plan
– Chapter 19 – Documenting Your Findings

Section 4 – Ways to Accelerate Execution
– Chapter 20 – Be Quick and Nimble
– Chapter 21 – Socialize, Market and Sell
– Chapter 22 – Monitor, Evaluate and Evolve
– Chapter 23 – Bringing It All Together

Section 5 – Beyond Planning and Execution
– Chapter 24 – Effective Group Facilitation
– Chapter 25 – Thoughts On Information Delivery
– Chapter 26 – Another Perspective on Big Data
– Chapter 27 – Working With Consultants
– Chapter 28 – Characteristics of a Hyper Mindset
– Chapter 29 – A Final Word

Recommended Resources
– Websites
– Research Community
– Professional Services Organizations
– Specialists

Genres: Business

185 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 14, 2015

About the author

Greg Steffine is a business intelligence strategist and solution delivery leader. For more than 25 years, Greg has worked as a trusted advisor to some of the most recognizable names in business, from mid-market growth organizations to the Fortune 500. He helps decision-makers use information to create and maximize value. To learn more about Greg and his approach to building smarter organizations, visit www.steffine.com.

Reviews

[Robert Masse · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think that if you start in the field, this is a good book. It's easy to read and contains some really good information, even in 2025.