The business research process involves a series of steps that systematically investigate a problem facing the organization. Select one example of a business problem and in about 500 words, discuss the sequence of steps that can be followed to conduct the business research to help in decision making.

Explore the role of OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) in data warehousing. How does it enable complex data analysis and reporting?

Complete a SWOT analysis the on ABC Corporation. Strategic Analysis Data: This includes information generated during the external analysis (e.g., environmental scan) and internal analysis (e.g., SWOT analysis). It also includes a list of strategic issues identified during these analyses.

So, what exactly is business data modeling, and how does it function?

How do you distinguish among a casual analysis, a statistical analysis, and a Pareto analysis? Which of the following categories best describes the ODC approach?

Proverbs 21:5 says, “The plans of the diligent lead to profit.” Discuss the role of market research in relation to this verse.

Given the particular data collection strategy employed, can indexes/scales be used to measure concepts of interest?

1)What is the importance of data analysis? How can it help you understand whether the new product had a successful launch? What are you reporting on and what are you analyzing? Why is it important to analyze this information?  2)Describe the results of your analysis. What does the data tell you about the success of the product throughout the year? Was the company able to meet its profit goal? What data did you use to determine whether the product is meeting expectations?  3)Create data visualization in excel to show: How have the costs of goods sold (COGS) changed over the course of the year? and on a second data visualization, show How has the profit percentage changed over the course of the year?) Explain what type of chart this is and the insights it provides about the success of the product launch. 4)Restate the purpose of your analysis and summarize your most important findings.

How does data modeling support the development of effective Business Intelligence (BI) systems?

Describe the role of OLAP (Online Analytical Processing) in data warehousing. How does it enable complex data analysis and reporting?