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Business intelligence (BI) software has evolved far beyond basic query and reporting tools to complex, enterprise platforms, incorporating new functions like performance management and search. At the same time, the BI market has seen rapid growth and consolidation.

This adds up to big challenges for organizations tasked with evaluating, purchasing and implementing business intelligence software. What's really important to consider in business intelligence software evaluations? What are the trends in software features, pricing and licensing? What are the critical questions to ask potential BI vendors? And how can an organization ensure that it invests in the right BI software, in a rapidly consolidating and evolving market?

In this 25-minute podcast, appropriate for both business and technical users, listeners will:

• Learn the three most important trends in the business intelligence software market and how they could affect purchasing decisions;
• Get tips for business intelligence software evaluations, learn how to effectively negotiate with vendors and find out trends in pricing and licensing;
• Find out how recent acquisitions will affect the market -- and learn how to protect business intelligence software investments;
• Hear advice for implementing business intelligence software and developing a BI roadmap.