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Business Intelligence Client References The Business Intelligence Market is full of vendor comments and hype. There are a growing number of consultants addressing the sector too. The simplest way to decide if you should consider a potential consultant to help you make your way through the maze is to hear some comments from those the consultant has already dealt with - "Over several years, Jim Irving has provided Information Age with invaluable insight into the Business Intelligence sector. Our editors have regularly drawn on his understanding of the key trends, the competitive landscape and the technology differentiators. But above all, his knowledge is strongest when it comes to how customers get the most out of BI projects, how they make effective use of the technologies and processes that underpin BI.
"Jim was the UK Managing Director at Information Builders for a number of years, during which he has acquired a thorough knowledge of the Business Intelligence market and of its principal vendors. Combining this knowledge with his long-standing understanding of the business environment, Jim became very adept in helping our customers to make effective use of our products. His straightforward manner and administrative skills also contributed greatly towards the creation of a stable operation and a favorable image of our company in a very competitive marketplace.
"Jim is one of those few people who has a real presence, he possesses a real skill of being able to grasp complex challenges quickly, relate them in the context of the business and any commercial impacts providing real insight into how a problem can be approached. He demonstrates an impressive understanding of what is going on in the BI and associated technologies market place. His knowledge extends deeply, beyond what can be superficially gleaned from 'White Papers', into what can practically be achieved. He is great to have on the team, not only does he add value in the practical sense his credible presence and great persuading and influencing skills are invaluable when communicating at the highest levels within the organisation"
Jim has extensive knowledge of the BI market place and understands the impact and pitfalls to watch out for when introducing such systems to support the business processes. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to you as a consultant in relation to BI projects." John Shelton, Head of Business Systems Group, De Montfort University 
"I have spoken with Jim a number of times since he and I moved into the 'Business Intelligence' space and can vouch for his knowledge and understanding of this very crowded market."
"I always found Jim to be helpful and professional in our dealings. I do know that there was a widespread feeling amongst Information Builder's clients that Jims influence and approach made IB in the UK into a much more professional and credible organisation. I am sure he will bring these same skills and knowledge to bear in his new venture."
"While at SGI, Jim fulfilled a number of UK and then EMEA (Europe, Middle East & Africa) General Management roles. Jim was a core member of the EMEA Executive team. Regardless of his individual responsibilities, Jim was able to add insight and value to all aspects of the business. He demonstrated a deep knowledge of business fundamentals, drivers and processes. His consultative style meant that he was involved in a very wide range of activities and his insight and input were much appreciated by all. He was able to introduce new initiatives while also 'bringing along' those who had initially opposed them. Jim has an excellent understanding of how business works and this, allied to his more recent experience in the Business Intelligence market, means that he can bring a very pragmatic, experience-based approach to matching BI to business needs."
"I can personally vouch for Jim Irving’s understanding and awareness of the Business Intelligence market, the multitude of vendors in that space and the impact that these tools and technologies can have on a company's commercial, technical and financial performance."
"I worked with Jim on a number of projects and found him to be insightful and knowledgeable in the business intelligence market place. He is able to quickly understand the information needs of a customer at a strategic level and then present practical and cost effective solutions. At Information Builders he was able to effectively position their products against the competition, which required a good working knowledge of the competitive offerings and marketplace - and as a result he was held in very high regard by our customers."
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