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Maintaining Business Momentum in a PandemicSam Tidswell-Norrish29 May 2020In turbulent times, keeping momentum is not easy. And businesses will have to employ every tool in their arsenal to survive. But the world will rebuild.Read More

Dun & Bradstreet COVID-19 Commerce Disruption TrackerBrian Alster18 May 2020Dun & Bradstreet analyzes the ongoing impact of the coronavirus to businesses globally.Read More

Managing Credit Risk in Times of Economic UncertaintyRich Johnsen17 April 2020Data indicates the US may be on the brink of a recession. Now’s the time to prepare for potential impacts to global business credit.Read More

Operating Across Three Centuries of HistoryThe Editors17 April 2020Periods of uncertainty can be deeply disconcerting. Personally and professionally, it can seem as though we’re living through entirely unprecedented times.Read More

Episode Twenty Two: Data is Everybody’s BusinessDavid Gonzalez10 April 2020David Gonzalez, CDO and Head of Big Data and Advanced Analytics and AI at Vodafone Business discusses how data can transform and connect businesses.Read More

Driving Demand Digitally in Days of Social DistancingDeniz Olcay25 March 2020We’ve identified four key impacts of the COVID-19 epidemic may have on go-to-market teams to help you identify new ways to help drive demand.Read More

Episode Fifteen: Answering the Questions That MatterVirginia Falcon21 February 2020Virginia Falcon and Nadia Sotiropoulou from Google’s Measurement & Analytics Team discuss how data and insights are changing the way we run businesses today.Read More

Episode Fourteen: The Variety of DataClaire Thompson14 February 2020Claire Thompson, Head of Data & Analytics at RBS shares why she thinks the most exciting thing about data is the variety of different applicationsRead More

Episode Three: Jason Crabtree, Co-Founder & CEO of QOMPLXJason Crabtree22 November 2019In this episode Jason Crabtree, Co-Founder and CEO of QOMPLX, discussed on the importance of embracing complexity in an interconnected world.Read More

The Data-Inspired Guide to B2B Customer Data PlatformsMichael Bird19 September 2019Wondering how to select the right Customer Data Platform (CDP), for your business? Learn more from our data-inspired guide. Read More

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How to Gain Buy-In and Budget: Turning Data into ROIAdam Leslie30 August 2019Dun & Bradstreet have produced a report, in collaboration with B2B Marketing, which explores how to overcome board objectives and gain budget approval by demons ...Read More

Report: The Past, Present, and Future of DataDr. Anthony Scriffignano24 June 2019Dun & Bradstreet commissioned a survey of business leaders to understand their challenges and opportunities with data management. Read the results here.Read More

Dun & Bradstreet’s Q1 2019 Industry Delinquency and Failures Report Nalanda Matia 28 May 2019Learn which U.S. industries have the most number of companies paying their creditors severely late or going out of business altogether.Read More

What Companies Get Wrong About Big Data and AnalyticsRachel Richter27 May 2019When leveraging big data and analytics, many companies have assumptions that may be incorrect. Learn about common challenges and how to overcome them.Read More

Private Label Credit Card Provider Increases Efficiency 20%The Editors20 May 2019By using custom predictive analytics models to automate credit decisions, this customer reduced bad debt by 25% and increased collections efficiency by 20%.Read More

Improving Performance Across The EnterpriseJosh Mueller5 March 2019Learn how data and insights help accelerate revenue, reduce cost, manage risk, and transform your business.Read More

Get Ahead of New Data Privacy Laws With a Data Governance ProgramKevin Shannon22 February 2019Finding the right data strategy not only protects your company, but also unlocks more value from the data you own.Read More

A Roadmap to Build Your “MVP” Data Governance StrategyMalcolm Hawker19 February 2019A guide for implementing Master Data as a cornerstone of your data governance program to improve your MDM and overall business data strategy.Read More

3 Ways Artificial Intelligence Can Supplement the Finance DeptEric Dowdell18 February 2019Artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities are uniquely poised to empower finance teams with smarter decision-making.Read More

4Cs of Credit for Portfolio AnalyticsWilliam F. Balduino11 February 2019Credit practitioners who perform a comprehensive analysis of their customer base can drive the most profitable activities with this new level of insight.Read More

Credit Portfolio Management for Customers: InfographicTracey Panek14 January 2019Check out our video and infographic to learn how to take a proactive approach to managing and monitoring your business credit accounts.Read More

The Risk (R)evolution: Video + InfographicAbigail Lutte7 January 2019What are the sources of risk lurking within your company data? Discover three strategies for improving your data management practices.Read More

The Global Risk Matrix Q4 2018Warwick Knowles2 January 2019Take a look back at the top 10 risks to the global economy in Q4 2018 to see how they impacted your business.Read More

Strategies for Monitoring and Predicting Business RiskEric Dowdell13 December 2018Develop a business risk strategy that leverages predictive analytics to help monitor and predict customer risk.Read More

On the Pursuit of Data Perfection: Fiction or Reality?Michael Goldberg12 December 2018Dun & Bradstreet’s Chief Content Officer, Monica Richter, discusses misconceptions about data quality and how to effectively use data for your business.Read More

Acquiring New Customers with the Help of Predictive AnalyticsRachel Richter27 November 2018Insights and predictive analytics can improve customer acquisition strategies.Read More

Data and Analytics are the Catalysts for Better PerformanceMichael Goldberg6 July 2018Getting the most out of your data means knowing what to ask of it. The answers will guide financial decisions, marketing strategy, and supply choices.Read More

Superior Analytics Enabled by Machine LearningDr. Nipa Basu2 July 2018Nipa Basu, former Chief Analytics Officer, explains why machine learning is top of mind for most business-to-business companies and how it can be used to enhanc ...Read More

The AI Phenomenon: What It Means for Global Business Today and TomorrowMelissa Kofroth27 June 2018Globalization is accelerating the adoption of AI. Hear these two experts discuss the impacts and implications of AI on modern business and data science.Read More

More than 50 Years Later, Machine Learning Is as Relevant as EverJonathan James Cramer25 May 2018This article discusses the exciting ways Dun & Bradstreet is using machine learning to help its customers make data-inspired, analytically powered decisions ...Read More

Machine Learning & Credit Risk Analytics: How Does It All Tie Together?Alla Kramskaia22 May 2018Discover how machine learning can help enhance credit risk analytics. Alla Kramskaia shares how Dun & Bradstreet is leveraging ML.Read More

How Customer Retention Analytics Can Prevent Client ChurnRachel Richter8 May 2018Learn how retention analytics can help you allocate your time and resources around attrition. Rachel Richter shares her team’s approach.Read More

How Data & Artificial Intelligence Can Anticipate Looming ThreatsDr. Anthony Scriffignano7 May 2018Hasty actions risk making bad situations worse. Our intelligent systems face the same burning platforms. How can we use data and rational thinking to help?Read More

Riding the AI Wave for the Next 25 YearsMelissa Kofroth18 April 2018AI is 2018’s hottest business topic. Get an IBM Think 2018 recap, the business and technology event that showcased emerging capabilities changing our world.Read More

How New Finance Data & Analytics Tools Shape Credit ManagementTracey Panek4 April 2018Discover how modern finance and credit teams use robust analytics and technology to drive innovation and growth.Read More

How Data Is Driving the Evolution of B2B Sales and Marketing TacticsMichael Brenner19 March 2018Data is driving the evolution of B2B sales and marketing tactics by making more personalized, efficient, and impactful marketing possible – at scale.Read More

2018 Brings Greater Speeds, Automation, and DeliveryJonathan James Cramer6 March 2018An infographic from Dun & Bradstreet presenting predictions in the world of analytics for 2018Read More

How Analytics Powers Sales AccelerationJonathan James Cramer22 February 2018Analytics solutions can help an organization increase sales to new and existing customers, reduce churn and increase loyalty.Read More

Improving Sales Performance with Analytics & Lead RoutingRachel Richter15 February 2018Getting the right leads to the right team is a challenge that almost any company wants to solve. Analytics offers the answer to this persistent business questio ...Read More

How Predictive Analytics Can Get Your Sales Reps Through the Right DoorJonathan James Cramer9 February 2018Sales and marketing organizations increasingly find it difficult to identify and connect with prospective customers so are turning to predictive analytics.Read More

Points of Inflection: That Moment When Everything ChangesDr. Anthony Scriffignano8 February 2018What happens when we think like Data Scientists and consider points of inflection when maximizing data and technology to move our businesses forward?Read More

Identify Tier N Suppliers to Expose Hidden Supply Chain RiskJonathan James Cramer23 January 2018Deeper insights into location analytics give business a competitive edge.Read More

The Elevated Importance of Global Risk ManagementJonathan James Cramer18 December 2017Several factors make it difficult to carry out effective global risk management processes.Read More

Video Series: Connecting Everything While Everything Is in MotionMelissa Kofroth4 December 2017Watch leading B2B Data Scientists discuss the challenges and opportunities organizations face in a world constantly disrupted by data and technology.Read More

Use Location Analytics for Business Planning & Location AnalysisDr. Nipa Basu20 November 2017Visualizing location-oriented business data on a map optimizes the insight that can be gained from the data and can be leveraged when business planning.Read More

Location Analytics: Why the “Where” MattersRachel Richter14 November 2017Visualization of location analytics can help leaders impact resource allocation, drive strategy, and make powerful business decisions.Read More

4 Reasons To Comply with the Latest Human Trafficking Regulations Brian Alster14 November 2017Dun & Bradstreet’s Brian Alster put together the most common questions around slavery and human trafficking to help companies understand the issues.Read More

How Artificial Intelligence Works: A PrimerDr. Anthony Scriffignano12 October 2017AI, and the data used to advance its learning, is permeating every industry and all facets of enterprise.Read More

That’s Odd: Anomaly Detection in DataDr. Anthony Scriffignano18 September 2017Defining and detecting data anomalies are a critical part of the future of understanding our mounting data and rapidly changing environment.Read More

How Analytics Can Help Sales Teams Close More DealsRachel Richter14 September 2017Predictive analytics and behavioral data can help sales identify locations with buying power and need for your products/solutions, at the right time. Read More

Key Take-aways from “Prove It! Attribution and Analytics” at sfBIGJessica Nussbaum6 September 2017Jessica Nussbaum, Director of Marketing at Dun & Bradstreet, shares a few key take-a-ways from sfBIG’s attribution and analytics event. Read More

Economic Scenario Planning and Strategic ForecastingDr. Nipa Basu2 August 2017Strategic forecasting and economic scenario planning can help businesses prepare for economic, socio-political, or natural challengesRead More

Deconstructing FinTech Dr. Anthony Scriffignano31 July 2017The FinTech Revolution has been around longer than some people think, but how new technologies can be used to make financial decisions is accelerating.Read More

Omnichannel Marketing – We Are So Meta!Erin Wright27 July 2017Get the top 8 tips from the Driving B2B Omnichannel Success Through Data webinar hosted by Dun & Bradstreet and Adobe.Read More

All Work and No Play Makes Jack… A Robot?Dr. Anthony Scriffignano24 July 2017What happens when human jobs inevitably give way to automated agents that can do more work, more efficiently, and without rest or other human requirements?Read More

The Analytics Era Arrives at ScaleThe Editors17 July 2017Over 70% of executives surveyed said at least half of their business decisions include analytics, indicating analytics is becoming integral in operations.Read More

How Marketing, Procurement, and Finance Departments Use AnalyticsThe Editors17 July 2017New study explores the challenges, pitfalls, and best practices associated with establishing analytics as an integral part of business decision making.Read More

Enterprise Analytics Survey - Is Your Company Staying Competitive?The Editors17 July 2017New research from Forbes and Dun & Bradstreet shows analytics leaders are now focused on staying competitive as senior executives better understand value.Read More

How B2B Marketers are Using AnalyticsMichael Goldberg10 July 2017Data plays a big role in B2B marketing. But the real value lies in analytics. We partnered with Forbes to learn how marketers use analytics to drive success.Read More

Analytics Accelerates Into the MainstreamThe Editors19 June 2017View our research report “Analytics Accelerates into the Mainstream” to learn more how Enterprise Analytics implementation has shifted from a key strategic init ...Read More

Reserve a Seat at the Table for the Chief Analytics OfficerMichael Goldberg11 April 2017As companies continue to collect massive amounts of data, hiring a CAO will play a pivotal role in managing analytics and delivering actionable insights.Read More

The Future of Artificial IntelligenceDr. Anthony Scriffignano16 March 2017We sit at the dawn of a new era, where AI will not only bring technological advance, but will also challenge our belief systems.Read More

How Data & Analytics Can Help Business Relationships ThriveMichael Goldberg13 February 2017Among your many business relationships lies crucial insights and information that can be critical in assessing total risk and opportunity.Read More

Video: Revving the Revenue EngineAbigail Lutte13 February 2017Learn 4 ways finance can collaborate with marketing to accelerate revenue growth.Read More

How Analytics Can Help Insurance Companies Ensure SuccessMichael Goldberg9 February 2017Data has no value if it can't help answer a question. For insurance companies it’s vital that the data is not only accurate, but that it can help confirm assump ...Read More

Infographic: Anticipating the Business Impact of the Big GameMichael Goldberg2 February 2017Here are a few data points you will want to review to anticipate potential opportunities from this year’s biggest football game. Read More

How Anticipatory Analytics is Changing the Way We MarketRishi Dave30 January 2017Marketers don’t need a crystal ball or a magic elixir to see the future, they just need the right mix of data and insights; they need anticipatory analytics.Read More

How Analytics is Disrupting Digital AdvertisingMichael Goldberg8 November 2016See why our Chief Analytics Officer, Nipa Basu, told attendees at this year’s Gartner Symposium that smart advertising starts with merging probability with fact ...Read More

WeMarket Creates Good Karma with Proprietary Trust Score Fueled by D&B DataThe Editors6 November 2016Learn how WeMarket used D&B data to verify companies upon entry and develop a score to identify reputable B2B buyers in their online trading community.Read More

Dun & Bradstreet WebinarsThe Editors1 August 2016Missed a webinar? View our webcast feed to play videos from previous webinars hosted by Dun & Bradstreet.Read More

Is Anticipatory Analytics the Path Toward Future Truth?Michael Goldberg1 August 2016With increased pressure on business intelligence and demand forecasts, anticipatory analytics has overtaken predictive analytics as the future. Learn why.Read More

Master Data: Uncovering Opportunities for GrowthThe Editors27 July 2016Discover best practices for gaining real value from your master data management (MDM) strategy in this dynamic webinar.Read More

Master Data: Uncovering Opportunities for GrowthThe Editors27 July 2016Discover best practices for gaining real value from your master data management (MDM) strategy in this dynamic webinar.Read More

Do Businesses Need Data Scientists?Patrice Bendon18 July 2016Learn about the significant role a data scientist plays when interpreting big data to drive insight across your organisation.Read More

The Big Payback on Quality DataThe Editors18 July 2016Learn about the importance of having accurate, complete data and five key tips to improve your data quality and support your business processes.Read More

Infographic: The 2016 State of Enterprise AnalyticsMichael Goldberg21 April 2016Read about the current state of enterprise analytics, a 2016 infographic from Dun & Bradstreet.Read More

Marketing's Disconnect With Business & How Customer Analytics Can Mend ItShelly Lucas12 April 2016Marketing's 2016 priorities are out of step with the C-suite's number one business mandate (ROI). Thankfully, customer analytics can help pull marketers back in ...Read More

Will Businesses Like Facebook’s New Reaction Buttons?Michael Goldberg5 April 2016Last month, Facebook unveiled Reactions, which offers additional ways to express their opinions on posts. But will brands enjoy and use this new data?Read More

Think Data First, Platform Second – Why Data Fuels MDMMichael Goldberg4 April 2016While businesses invest in data management tools, few are investing in the data itself. We share why you should think data first, platform second.Read More

Data Dialogue: CareerBuilder Builds a Better Process For Turning Data Into InsightsMichael Goldberg17 February 2016As CareerBuilder expands globally, their need for consistent data and CRM consolidation has become a priority. We interview the person behind this project.Read More

The Six Steps of Account-Based Marketing Data AnalysisMelissa Kofroth17 February 2016Here is an inside look at the analytic models Dun & Bradstreet uses to fuel our own account-based marketing data strategies and activities.Read More

The Six Steps of Account-Based Marketing Data AnalysisMelissa Kofroth17 February 2016Here is an inside look at the analytic models Dun & Bradstreet uses to fuel our own account-based marketing data strategies and activities.Read More

The Chief Analytics Officer Takes Center StageMichael Goldberg9 February 2016As data and analytics continue to be the core drivers of business growth, the CAO will help turn analytics into actionable insights for the organization.Read More

With Data, Size Matters, but it’s Really About the RelationshipsRobert Iati25 January 2016Data Managers are working as hard as possible to accumulate as much data as possible, but they are missing the most important part, relationships.Read More

Making the Business Case for Better Marketing ImagesMichael Goldberg21 January 2016Oh snap! Your brand story isn't getting shared? Research shows the right images build deeper customer connections and better tell your story. Read More

Calling All Data ScientistsLisa Petrucci14 January 2016Being a data scientist is one of the hottest jobs around. Demand is high and so is job satisfaction. They are rare and special - and we need more them.Read More

Exploring Inter-Connected Business RelationshipsMichael Goldberg14 January 2016Uncover hidden supply chain risk, improve customer experiences, and build new business opportunities by exposing all of your business connections.Read More

Close More Deals with Sales IntelligenceThe Editors14 January 2016Don't approach prospects with a canned sales pitch. Arm yourself with detailed sales intelligence to better understand, target, and engage prospects.Read More

Why Business Plans Are Worth Their Weight in GoldJohn Rick Klaras12 January 2016Learn why developing a business plan can be incredibly important to a new company’s success.Read More

Accurate Data: The Foundation for PersonalizationThe Editors12 January 2016Without accurate customer data, you're more likely to have phantom leads and off-target marketing messages. Here's how to keep your information up to date.Read More

How to Create Personalized Marketing Campaigns for CustomerThe Editors12 January 2016Buyers want more personalized messages from the brands they do business with. Find out how data insight helps you get up close and personal.Read More

3 Steps to Creating Data-Rich Customer ProfilesRitika Puri6 January 2016Make your good customer snapshot better: Get creative with your data collection and integration.Read More

Predictive vs. Anticipatory Analytics and Your Business GoalsThe Editors5 January 2016With data processing growing at an incredible rate, so have anticipatory analytics. This white paper helps determine which analytics are best for your needs.Read More

4 Wishes Data-Inspired Leaders Want This HolidayMichael Goldberg15 December 2015What do data inspired leaders want for the holidays this year? Here are 4 actionable wishes we know data inspired leaders want in their stocking.Read More

Data Dialogue: The RED HAT Strategy For Optimal Data ManagementMichael Goldberg11 December 2015Data Dialogue: The RED HAT Strategy For Optimal Data ManagementRead More

Big Data, Big Dollars: $15 Trillion of Economic Impact in 15 YearsLisa Petrucci24 November 2015Big Data, Big Dollars: $15 Trillion of Economic Impact in 15 YearsRead More

Understanding the Heartbeat of UK BusinessAndy Crisp23 November 2015A point of view on trends in ‘Big Data’ and what can be achieved when you get it rightRead More

Understanding the Heartbeat of UK BusinessAndy Crisp23 November 2015A point of view on trends in ‘Big Data’ and what can be achieved when you get it rightRead More

Data Dialogue: DLL Reduces Bad DebtThe Editors1 November 2015Learn how auto-decisioning helped DLL meet compliance demands, optimize risk, and strengthen its competitive position in this informative Q&A.Read More

The UN’s Lessons in Data InspirationLisa Petrucci12 October 2015At the UN hosted event, Data Playground celebrated the data revolution, but also showcased 5 smart elements of the data revolution. Here are our thoughts. Read More

Help Needed: The New Role of Chief Data Officer Needs Your SupportMichael Goldberg2 October 2015The role of CDO is changing and requires support from other departments. This infographic highlights CDO roles and responsibilities within the company.Read More

3 Audience Targeting Myths You Need to IgnoreRitika Puri13 August 2015Three targeting myths you don't know about (but should)Read More

Whitepaper: The CFO's Relationship ChecklistAbigail Lutte3 August 2015Learn five relationship checklists that CFOs should use in order to create a collaborative cross functional path to growth across the organization.Read More

The Dangers of Automated Dashboard Addiction – And How to Escape ThemShelly Lucas28 July 2015Just because something is easy to track doesn’t mean it should be. Markets and customers continuously change, so our measurements should change, too.Read More

Help Wanted: Chief Data Officer to Own Data ManagementMichael Goldberg8 July 2015Learn about the challenges and opportunities organizations face when it comes to managing big data and how the role of the Chief Data Officer can help.Read More

How to Turn Audience Targeting Mistakes into Real AdvantagesRitika Puri30 June 2015Marketing leaders share how they turned mistakes into relationship-building moxieRead More

The Data Inspired Art of Growing Customer RelationshipsThe Editors9 June 2015The new art of the marketer uses data to build lasting customer relationships. Get the essentials in this e-book!Read More

What Predictive Lead Scoring Means for Sales & Marketing AlignmentKevin Dexter28 May 2015Predictive lead scoring is changing the often-contentious dynamic between sales and marketing organizations.Read More

Give 'Em What They Want: Data-Inspired ContentThe Editors1 May 2015INFOGRAPHIC: Delivering the right stuff at the right time to build better relationships with prospectsRead More

Thriving Through the Data Deluge (Video)Brad Young30 April 2015Chief Data Scientist Anthony Scriffignano explains how marketers can find meaning in a sea of customer data.Read More

How Data-Inspired CMOs Are Owning the Customer ExperienceThe Editors3 April 2015How can CMOs meet the great expectations set by self-directed customers? Find out in this infographic.Read More

The Big Data Analytics ImperativeLisa Petrucci17 March 2015If you’re still not sure how important data analytics will become for your business, consider this: 87% of enterprises say Big Data analytics will redefine the ...Read More

5 Reasons Your Small Business Should Partner with Dun & BradstreetKairo Cerere7 January 2015Learn five ways D&B can help you expand your capabilities and grow your business.Read More

Why “Smarter Data” is the New “Big Data”Mike Sabin5 December 2014Volume doesn’t matter. What matters is this: How do you use data to gain insight for your businesses?Read More

A Lively Debate about Master Data ManagementVimal Vel29 April 2014The explosive growth of data has only accelerated the demand for availability of this information within the user work-flow solutions such as CRM, ERP and BI sy ...Read More

Dun & Bradstreet's Client CommitmentTom RaukerDetailed steps that Dun & Bradstreet is taking to minimize the impact of COVID-19 on our operations.Read More

AnalyticsThe EditorsDiscover analytics insights that can help you find meaning in your data to build valuable relationships and grow your business.Read More

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A Roadmap to SuccessThe EditorsGet an insider's look at Dun & Bradstreet's own experience building a finance operations structure and strategy for empowering growth.Read More

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