Successful implementations of data intelligence software will happen in step with change management because capturing, curating, and activating data intelligence will change the way people work —for the better. The IDC Future of Intelligence Survey found that resistance to changing business processes or mindsetis one of the top 3 most challenging factorsin achieving enterprise intelligence. Starting with initiatives that can return real business value quickly can go a long way toward gaining buy-in, setting expectations, and expanding the data intelligence program.

In concert with organizational change management, driving efficient implementation and adoption requires data intelligence technology solutions