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Between excitement and skepticism, where is BI really heading?

Oct 20, 2026
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Hi everyone,

Recently, I've seen large retail organizations planning to reduce their dashboard portfolios by 80% to 90%

And that's just one of the changes I'm witnessing in the analytics industry.

With AI agents, conversational analytics, we're entering a new era.

Dashboards aren't disappearing. But how we build them, who owns them, and how users interact with data are changing fast.

In my latest blog article, I share my observations and explore:

  • The future of Data Analysts: From specialized technical profiles to AI-powered, full-stack professionals.

  • The shift in ownership: Why Software Engineers and Product teams are increasingly taking over analytics interfaces.

  • The UX blind spot: Why faster development doesn't guarantee better products or business value.

  • The bigger picture: Why Analytics Portfolio UX, FinOps, and Operating Models will become increasingly important.

I'm excited about these developments, but I also see teams repeating the same mistakes we've made in BI for years.

The technology is evolving. Are our methods and organizations keeping up? Hmm, not sure!

Read the full article here: The Next Analytics Revolution Isn't About Dashboards

I'd love to hear what you're observing in your own organization.

Have a nice week!

AurƩlien

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