When it comes to digital transformation initiatives, cloud computing is a key component. It provides organizations with the elasticity, scalability, and security they need to thrive and deliver on new business models – all in a cost-effective manner. Data is another. Those organizations that can manage, analyze, democratize and act on data the fastest will have an incredible competitive advantage in the future.
So it’s no wonder the two are becoming quickly and closely connected. Take a look at this collection of statistics and predictions to see where cloud BI and analytics stands today – and is headed tomorrow:

Interested in learning more about the future of cloud BI? Get key predictions, analysis, and business recommendations from Gartner in their research note Predicts 2017: Cloud Computing Enters Its Second Decade. Read the full report as part of our cloud newsletter.
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Tricia Morris is the Director of Content Marketing and Social Media for MicroStrategy. Tricia brings 20 years of marketing and publishing experience to her role with a focused background in product marketing, content marketing and analyst relations. Prior to joining MicroStrategy in 2017, Tricia served as a Senior Product Marketing Manager for Microsoft. With a previous focus on customer experience and a passion for research and writing, Tricia has been recognized as an International Customer Management Institute Top 50 Customer Service Thought Leader, among the 20 Best Customer Experience Blogs You Must Follow and the 20 Customer Service Influencers You Must Follow. She now brings that same research and writing passion to the business intelligence space for MicroStrategy. Tricia is a West Virginia University alumna and holds a Bachelor of Science in News-Editorial Journalism.