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Where is Business Analytics used?

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In the realm of business, making informed decisions is crucial for success, and Analytics plays a pivotal role in this process. By analyzing past data patterns, Analytics enables us to make predictive and well-researched decisions, thereby propelling an organization forward. From statistics to mathematics and software programs, Analytics is integrated into various stages of a business to provide predictive and prescriptive solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce errors, and improve planning capabilities.

As we continue to embrace the digital era, the importance of business analytics only continues to grow. Its applications are widespread and diverse, and this article will delve into some of the most significant examples of business analytics in various sectors. So, buckle up and get ready to explore how Analytics can transform your business!

1) The Application of Business Analytics

When it comes to making informed decisions for your business, applying Business Analytics (BA) is an absolute game-changer. By giving you the power to process data and answer the question "why," BA can change the way you build products or deliver services, helping you create future actionable items. The potential for real-time applications of business analytics is vast, spanning across various aspects of business such as finance and marketing, allowing for effective decisions regarding costs and identifying target customers.

For instance, by analyzing data like clicks and shares on social media, companies can gain a deep understanding of their customers' likes and dislikes. In this article, we will delve into some of the most significant modern-day applications of BA in the following sections.

BA can be applied across all verticals of a business, from finance and marketing to human resource management, CRM, and even manufacturing.

  • Finance: The financial sector stands to gain immense benefits from business analytics, with various divisions such as investment banking, financial planning, portfolio management, budgeting, and forecasting. By implementing business analytics, analysts can use data mining tools and statistics to observe the trends of similar products and determine future actions.
  • Marketing: Business analytics play a pivotal role in developing successful product marketing strategies. Business analysts are involved in every stage of the product lifecycle, starting from conducting market research for products in demand to creating a roadmap for the future. By analyzing consumer behavior, buying patterns, and trends, they can determine the target customer and develop advertising techniques, identify loyal customers, and even add new features to the product when required.
  • HR professionals: Human resource professionals can use business analytics to identify the best candidates for job openings. By analyzing widely available data, they can identify the right candidate based on their qualifications and experience. Business analytics can also help HR professionals determine other factors like salary expectations and retention rates.
  • CRM: Business analytics can help CRM determine key performance indicators such as the socio-economic status of customers, purchasing patterns, lifestyles, and more, allowing them to develop better bonds with customers.
  • Manufacturing: Business analytics can help in various areas of manufacturing, such as supply chain management, inventory management, and risk management, to improve efficacy based on the product data.

2) Examples of Business Analytics

Let us delve into a few real-life examples of the power of business analytics.

A. OTT Platforms: The world of over-the-top (OTT) platforms like Netflix, Prime, and HotStar rely on business analytics to personalize the movie and series recommendations based on your viewing history. By analyzing your preferences and behavioral patterns, they offer tailor-made suggestions that enhance your viewing experience.

B. Amazon: As one of the largest e-tailers in the world, Amazon has mastered the art of business analytics. For instance, when you search for a product like a shirt on their website, the algorithms suggest similar products and accessories that complement the shirt.

The following are examples of the applications of business analytics across various domains:

  • Application of business analytics in finance: A stockbroker can offer sound investment advice by analyzing the historical chart of a stock, its current performance, and future prospects. By understanding the trends and predicting results, Business analysts can advise investors on the most profitable investment opportunities.
  • Application of business analytics in marketing: In the case of developing a new software product, business analytics can utilize data mining to collect and analyze data from similar products, thereby identifying the target audience, predicting demand, and determining the most effective advertising channels.
  • Application of business analytics in human resource management: human resources manager can leverage the power of business analytics by analyzing previous employment data of an existing employee to determine their retention rate and make informed decisions regarding promotions or job changes.
  • Application of business analytics in CRM: Online retail websites can analyze the purchasing patterns of recurring customers to tailor targeted discounts and other advertising strategies, thereby enhancing customer engagement and satisfaction.
  • Application of business analytics in manufacturing: By analyzing the historical data of decommissioned machinery, manufacturers can determine the depreciation value and estimate the lifespan of similar new machinery, thereby optimizing production efficiency and reducing operational costs.
  • Application of business analytics in credit card companies: Credit card companies can identify potential customers by referring to important financial data like credit scores and spending patterns, enabling them to offer personalized credit card options that cater to their customers' unique financial needs.

3) Uses of Business Analytics

In today's data-driven world, organizations rely more and more on the power of business analytics to enhance their operations. When harnessed effectively, business analytics can be an invaluable tool for building and growing a successful business. Typically, organizations leverage business analytics across different phases of a product or service lifecycle.

In the initial stage, these tools are instrumental in conducting market research and collecting both quantitative and qualitative data on a product or service. At the next stage, the analyst utilizes various statistical tools to analyze the gathered market metrics, synthesizing research data to define the product and determine its unique features. They also employ advanced analytics and statistical tools to uncover hidden patterns and trends in the data.

At the subsequent stage, the analyst disseminates relevant information to stakeholders through interactive tools such as dashboards and reports, which provide all the required research and analysis to determine a winning product strategy and future roadmap. Additionally, to maintain a competitive edge, Business analysts provide insights about changing trends and help businesses stay up to date with the latest developments in the industry.

Conclusion:

In the ever-evolving business landscape, having a competitive edge is crucial to succeed. Business analytics is a powerful tool that can be utilized in all stages of business to constantly develop and grow. From market research to analyzing current trends, from creating business strategies to staying up to date with the latest trends, business analytics offers a multitude of benefits.

If you aspire to be a Future Leader in the world of data, then consider enrolling in the Business Analytics course at Firebird institute of research and management, Coimbatore. Equipped with the knowledge and skills of business analytics, you can be at the forefront of innovation and drive your business to success. So, join us on this journey of discovering the endless possibilities of business analytics and unlock your potential to thrive in the world of data.


 

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