Modelling
Modelling on Beyond Market Intelligence: a running collection of 2 stories we have gathered and hand-picked because they are worth your time. Every post here touches on modelling in some way — the news, the analysis, the deep dives, and the occasional surprise find. Acme AI is the next-generation, AI-powered spreadsheet platform built to replace Excel and redefine how analysts, data scientists, and enterprise teams work with data. New stories are added to this page as we find them, so check back if you want to keep up with what is happening around modelling, or subscribe to the RSS feed to get them as soon as they are published. Browse the collection below, or head back to the homepage to see everything Beyond Market Intelligence is covering right now.
The Types of Dimensions in a Star Schema, and How to Use Them
Dimensional modeling hinges on understanding dimensions—one of its two core object types. But dimensions aren't monolithic; they encompass several distinct varieties, each serving a specific purpose in structuring data for analysis. This post explores these types, detailing how to effectively leverage them within a star schema to unlock deeper insights. We’ll clarify their roles in providing context and enabling powerful data exploration. For a related perspective on optimizing data retrieval, see "Retrieve One Row from a Table, Not the Whole Table: Row-Level Chunks for RAG."
How to Improve Customer Retention in FinTech
Customer retention is a critical challenge in FinTech, demanding more than reactive measures. This practical guide explores a powerful combination: pre-churn scoring and uplift modeling. Discover how these techniques enable smarter, more targeted retention efforts, maximizing impact while optimizing resource allocation. By precisely identifying customers most likely to churn *and* those most responsive to intervention, you can transform your retention strategy. For a deeper dive into building an AI-native enterprise data platform to support these initiatives, see "Many Companies Use AI."