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How to Write Smart Prompts for Data Analysis Using ChatGPT
I was watching a new colleague in our department try to use ChatGPT for data analysis. He typed, with full excitement: “Analyze this data.” ChatGPT replied with general tips and broad insights, nothing he could actually use in a report or show to decision-makers. He looked disappointed and said something... More details
What Is Polynomial Regression and Why It Matters in Data Analytics and BI
In real life, paths shift, and directions change without warning, and data behaves the same way. Indicators can rise suddenly, drop just as fast, or move in waves because of seasons or outside conditions that don’t follow a straight line. When this happens, linear regression loses some of its accuracy,... More details
Data Analysts Vs. Data Engineers | Are They Competing or Completing Each Other?
Over the past decade, two roles have become central in the digital world: data analysts and data engineers. At first glance, they seem different in their goals and day-to-day work. But in practice, the success of one depends heavily on the other. While a data analyst focuses on exploring the... More details
8 Microsoft Tools for Data Analytics You Should Learn in 2026
Data analytics is growing fast. And Microsoft is pushing hard in this field. Microsoft plans to invest about $80 billion in fiscal 2025 to build AI-enabled data centers designed to support advanced analytics and large AI models. This tells you something simple: Microsoft is building the backbone for the next... More details
Do You Have the Skills of the Future? 5 Signs You’re Ready to be a Data Analyst
The State of Data & AI Literacy 2025 report, based on insights from more than 500 global leaders, offers a clear view of the future of data analysis amid the ongoing AI revolution that is reshaping the business world. Today, organisational success is no longer defined by the tools a... More details
Automation in Data Analytics: Top Technologies and How to Master Them
Automation is changing the way we work with data. And it’s happening fast. Many companies now rely on automated systems to collect, clean, and analyse data without human effort. This shift is not just a trend. It’s becoming the normal way of doing work. In this article, we explain how... More details
Data Analytics Trends to Watch in the Middle East in 2026
In the Middle East, businesses and governments are producing more data than ever. And making sense of it is no longer optional. Companies want to use data to improve services, reduce costs, and gain an edge. At the same time, regional goals like Saudi Vision 2030 and the UAE’s digital-government... More details
A New Transformation in Data Analytics with the Launch of Gemini 3 Pro
We once believed we had reached the peak of artificial intelligence capabilities when OpenAI announced its advanced GPT-5.1 model, until Google surprised the world with its groundbreaking Gemini 3 Pro, a model that exceeded all expectations. It is now considered the best multimodal understanding model in the world, showcasing AI’s... More details
The Latest Features in GPT-5.1 | Does It Help With Data Analysis?
OpenAI has released an advanced version of GPT-5.1, built with an innovative, user-centric approach in response to broader industry dynamics. Users have become increasingly skeptical of over-hyped model launches, which has prompted OpenAI to shift its focus toward usability improvements rather than competing on raw model benchmarks that don’t directly... More details
Your Practical Guide to Learn SQL for Data Analysis
William Edwards Deming, the pioneer of statistics and quality management, once said: “Without data, you’re just another person with an opinion.” In today’s business world, having vast amounts of stored data isn’t enough. What truly matters is the ability to access, read, and transform that data into actionable insights that... More details
Power BI or Excel? How to Choose the Right Analytics Tool in Saudi Arabia?
Do you find yourself torn between two choices every time you try to analyze your business data? On one hand, there’s Excel the familiar tool you’ve mastered over the years—but it starts to feel limited as your datasets grow and your reports become more complex. On the other hand, Power... More details
Data Analysis for Business: How Gulf Entrepreneurs Use Analytics to Scale
Reports indicate that the data analytics market in Saudi Arabia generated revenues of USD 2,227.4 million in 2024, wi projections to reach USD 5,723.4 million by 2030, growing at an impressive compound annual rate of 16.1%. This rapid growth is not merely a reflection of technological expansion—it represents a fundamental... More details
