Data Analytics vs. Business Intelligence: Decoding the Difference

Data Analytics vs. Business Intelligence:

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Introduction to Data Analytics and Business Intelligence

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The Essence of Data Analytics

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The Focus of Business Intelligence

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Tools and Techniques

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Objective Comparison

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User Interaction

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Real-Time vs. Historical Data

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The Role in Business Strategy

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Integration and Collaboration

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