Unleashing Small Business Superpowers: The Essential Tech Stack for Robust Analytics

Joey Holmesmeyer
4 min readMay 22, 2023

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Overview of a Modern Data Processing Workflow (DBT Labs)

Welcome to the first installment in our learning series dedicated to transforming small businesses into data-driven powerhouses. Today, we’re pulling back the curtain to introduce you to a collection of tools and technologies designed to supercharge your small business analytics.

Together, we’ll embark on an exciting journey, navigating the realm of Google Workspace, mastering the art of code management with GitHub, streamlining projects using Trello, integrating data efficiently with Fivetran, sculpting raw data into insights with DBT, maximizing storage and analytics with Google BigQuery, and demystifying data analytics with Looker Studio.

Our aim? To empower you with the know-how to wield these tools for optimum business performance. So buckle up, and let’s dive right in!

If this all seems a bit daunting, that’s because it can be tough to get started, but not to worry, at Small Business Intelligence we’re here to help you navigate the complexity.

Taking Control with Google Workspace: A Small Business Guide

Google Workspace — All In One Business Solution

If you’ve ever wondered how to streamline your business operations, keep your eyes peeled for our upcoming guide to Google Workspace. We’ll walk you through these cloud-based productivity tools — from Gmail and Docs to Drive and Calendar — that can give your business a leg-up in the digital era.

Read our deep dive into google workspace | Check out Google’s docs

Mastering Code Management with GitHub: An Introductory Guide for Small Businesses

Feature Development Workflow Using GitHub

Keeping track of your business’s code base can seem like a daunting task, but not with GitHub. Our upcoming guide will illuminate the path to seamless code management, equipping you with the confidence to dive headfirst into the world of GitHub.

Read our deep dive into GitHub | Check out information at GitHub

Streamlining Projects with Trello: A Small Business’s First Steps

Trello Kanban Boards for Project Management

Keen to up your project management game? Stay tuned for our detailed guide on Trello, an intuitive tool that brings transparency and efficiency to your operations. We’ll cover everything from setting up your first board to tracking progress in real time.

Read our deep dive into Trello | Check out information at Trello

Harnessing the Power of Fivetran for Efficient Data Integration: A Beginner’s Guide

In the age of information, consolidating data from different platforms into a unified location is crucial. Our beginner’s guide to Fivetran will show you how to harness the power of real-time data integration, setting the stage for a flood of actionable insights.

Read our deep dive into Fivetran | Check our information at Fivetran

Sculpting Insights from Raw Data with DBT: A Primer for Small Businesses

Our data modeling guide will take you on a deep dive into the world of DBT. We’ll show you how this powerful tool can shape your raw data into meaningful insights, acting as a master sculptor for your business’s data.

Read our deep dive into DBT | Check our information at DBT

Maximizing Storage and Analytics with Google BigQuery: A Small Business Guide

Our guide to Google BigQuery is perfect for small businesses ready to level up their data warehousing. We’ll help you set up and navigate this secure, scalable platform, illuminating its potential to extract the most valuable insights from your data.

Read our deep dive into Google BigQuery | Check out Google’s Content

Demystifying Data Analytics with Looker Studio: A Small Business Tutorial

Google Looker Studio Free Dashboarding Suite

Ever wished for a personalized dashboard that puts you in control of your business’s data? Our Looker Studio tutorial (rebranded from Google Data Studio) will make that wish come true. We’ll explain how you can use Looker to explore custom analytics and reports tailored to your business needs.

Read our deep dive into Looker Studio | Check out Google’s Content

This learning series is a sneak peek into the transformative power of the right tech stack for your small business. We’re thrilled to guide you on this journey, unraveling how these tools can put data to work for your business. So don’t forget to join us as we delve deeper into each of these technologies, sharing the ins and outs of setting up, navigating, and maximizing each tool. It’s time to equip your small business with the superpowers it deserves. Let’s do this!

Joey Holmesmeyer— CEO and Founder of Small Business Intelligence

Check out our website to learn more about our organization!

www.smallbusinessintelligence.co

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