Future-proof BI architectures as a tender criterion - what really matters
Anyone planning a business intelligence solution today is not only deciding on a reporting tool, but also on the technological basis for the coming years. The architecture is a key criterion, especially in tenders for data platforms and BI systems - but is rarely clearly described. Terms such as Microsoft Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Azure or Databricks appear without the strategic and technical [...]
Neutral, but not indifferent - the role of the external partner in technology tenders
Technology decisions relating to modern data platforms are among the most strategic decisions in companies today. Whether Microsoft Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Azure or Databricks - the choice of the right architecture and the right implementation partner not only shapes reporting, but also the entire digital decision-making capability. However, those who make these decisions solely from an internal perspective run the risk of overlooking important factors [...]
From requirement to reality - how we strategically support clients in tenders
Building a new data platform is not a standard project. It involves strategic decisions, technological architecture decisions and a viable choice of partners. This is precisely why the Request for Proposal (RfP) is a key instrument. But how can requirements be formulated in such a way that they are feasible, assessable and sustainable? At Data Minds, we support customers [...]
What belongs in a modern data platform RfP? Content, structures and evaluation criteria
A Request for Proposal (RfP) for a data platform lays the foundation for a company's technological future. However, many tenders in the field of business intelligence (BI) and data analytics remain either too vague or too technical - resulting in non-comparable offers. In this article, we show how a modern RfP should be structured [...]
Power BI, Fabric or Databricks? How to evaluate the right technology in tenders
When introducing a new data platform, many companies are faced with a key question: which technology best suits their own requirements? Particularly in the case of formal requests for proposals (RfPs) in the BI and data environment, decisions have to be made at an early stage - often before all the details are clear. The choice between Microsoft Power BI, Microsoft Fabric and Databricks is [...]
How to design tenders in the data environment correctly - 7 mistakes to avoid
Many companies are faced with the challenge of implementing modern data platforms. To do this successfully, they rely on structured tenders - so-called RfPs (Request for Proposals). However, serious mistakes are often made, especially when it comes to tenders in the areas of business intelligence (BI), data strategy and platform technologies such as Microsoft Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, Azure or Databricks. In this article you will learn [...]