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Homework: Data Analytics
Before artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain technology, cloud computing, and IoT, business decision-makers were faced with information overload. As a result, the decisional process relied on individuals to synthesize massive amounts of data and try to make the best-informed decisions. The issue arose when a single person could not feasibly process the colossal amounts of information required to make good and reliable decisions. The overwhelming amount of data collected by corporations often leaves executives scratching their heads. AI-based models and software applications can grapple with billions of lines of data and showcase connections within the data that an individual observer may miss otherwise.
Imagine you work at E-City Manufacturing. You are asked to determine the number of machines needed to manufacture various devices. This time you are presented with over 10,000 spreadsheets of data to determine the number of machines to produce smart devices for healthcare facilities. The machines have a lifespan of one to years. Additionally, E-City Manufacturing is having a hard time procuring some of the parts from other countries. Currently, there is a high demand for these devices; however, supply and demand have not been consistent.
Before you make a decision, you will need to consider the following:
1. Depreciation of the equipment
2. Life of the smart device
3. The amount of time the device is used vs. idle time
4. Seasonal influences in demand for equipment
5. Repair costs of machinery
6. Historical and forecasted supply and demand, including seasonality
In this homework, you will have the opportunity to present a BI tool that E-City Manufacturing will implement to help you decide the number of machines needed. Your boss has asked you to put together a proposal of the BI tool, including the reasons why this tool adds value to E-City Manufacturing.
Instructions
Reflect on research on BI tools to determine the best process for deciding the proper amount of machinery to purchase.
Answer the questions below in your proposal. Your document should be no less than two pages, excluding the title and reference page. If you happen to use an outside resource or your textbook, you must cite that resource in APA format.
1. Given the scenario above, what BI tool would you choose? Describe the BI tool in detail. (Tip: Reference this week's overview page for some examples of BI tools.)
2. Write two persuasive paragraphs that articulate what your chosen BI tool can do to modernize the review of 10,000 spreadsheets of data.