October 21, 2025
Why GigaOm Recognized Universal Semantic Modeling as the Future of AI AnalyticsEnterprise teams today are juggling Power BI and Tableau, Python and R, plus a growing collection of AI copilots and agents. The problem? Every tool seems to have its own version of what "revenue per customer" actually means. You've probably…
October 16, 2025
Scaling AI Without Breaking the Bank: Why Semantic Layers Drive Performance and Cost EfficiencyI’ve been building data systems long enough to see the same problem repeat itself. Each wave of analytics promises speed and simplicity. Self-service BI promised freedom from IT. Cloud warehouses promised infinite scale. Now GenAI promises conversational, real-time access to…
October 9, 2025
Scaling Semantic Models Across Multiple BI Tools: The Enterprise ApproachToday’s enterprise analytics environments are rarely centered around a single BI tool. Most organizations operate a patchwork of visualization and analysis platforms — Power BI for some teams, Tableau for others, Looker in pockets, and Excel still dominating finance workflows.…
October 7, 2025
From Models to Meaning: Why Semantic Layers Are the Foundation of Enterprise GenAI SuccessEnterprise GenAI deployment is accelerating rapidly, with organizations rushing to implement AI copilots, natural language query interfaces, and agentic AI systems across their business workflows. But here's the hard truth that I'm seeing emerge from early implementations across our customer…
October 2, 2025
Composable Models: Why Composability is the Future of the Semantic LayerThe 2025 GigaOm Semantic Layer Radar Report recognized AtScale as the Leader and Fast Mover for our innovations in composable modeling, open semantics, and AI readiness. Composable models treat every metric and dimension as modular, reusable components. This architecture eliminates…
September 30, 2025
The CFO’s Guide to Data Modernization: Cost Control in the Cloud EraThe CFO's Evolving Role in Data Strategy If you're a CFO managing cloud data costs, you've likely noticed your monthly bills looking less like predictable line items and more like volatile stock charts. Welcome to the new reality of data…
September 29, 2025
Building Trust in Conversational BI: How Semantic Layers Enable Reliable Natural Language QueryThe promise of GenAI-powered analytics is compelling: business users ask questions in natural language and receive accurate insights instantly. However, a critical trust issue is emerging as organizations rush to implement "ask-your-data" experiences—how do you ensure these conversational BI systems…
September 25, 2025
AtScale Named Leader and Fast Mover in the 2025 GigaOm Radar for Semantic LayersI’m excited to share that AtScale has once again been recognized as both a Leader and Fast Mover in the 2025 GigaOm Radar Report for Semantic Layers and Metric Stores. This marks the third consecutive year AtScale has been placed…
September 23, 2025
5 Ways To Dramatically Improve Cortex Analyst Results In Your Snowflake EnvironmentAre you using Cortex Analyst in your Snowflake environment but falling short of the accurate, consistent results you expected? You’re not alone. While Cortex Analyst delivers powerful text-to-SQL capabilities, many organizations find it challenging to get reliable insights from natural…
September 18, 2025
Is Your Semantic Layer Ready for the Agentic AI Hype Curve?After 15 years helping enterprises unlock the value of their data investments, I've seen my share of technology hype cycles. But I'll be direct with you: the Agentic AI wave isn't just another trend, it's fundamentally reshaping how organizations think…
