Is it time to migrate to Databricks?

This webinar will explore Databricks and why you should consider this tool over other prominent data infrastructures. In about 15 minutes, we'll explore different aspects of Databricks, how it fares up against other tools, and whether you should consider switching to it.

Databricks is a cloud-based platform designed for processing big data and machine learning workloads. It is a unified analytics platform that offers a collaborative workspace for data professionals, including data engineers, data scientists, and data analysts. It provides a scalable and easy-to-use interface for managing and analyzing large datasets, making it an ideal solution for organizations of all sizes.

In this short webinar, we’ll be going over whether Databricks is the right fit for your organization. In short, we’ll explain the following:

  • What is Databricks?: A brief introduction to its features and benefits.
  • Cost vs. Benefit: How to evaluate the financial impact of switching.
  • Performance Boost: Understand how Databricks can enhance data processing and scalability.
  • Real-World Examples: Learn from companies that have successfully made the switch.
  • Decision-Making Tips: Key factors to consider before transitioning.

Fill out this form to watch the webinar

You can now watch the webinar

The Future of Data & Automation: Your Roadmap for 2025

Forrester Research predicts that companies with smart Data & Automation programs will not only overtake their competitors, but crush them. When you integrate Data & Automation well, you'll have a big head start over the competition. During “The Future of Data & Automation: Your Roadmap for 2025” we give you the tips and tricks you need to let your solid ideas take flight.

Presentation slides

  • Subsession: Your roadmap for IT/Data

    During the session, Baldewijn Westerbeek, Head of IT & Data at Energie voor Elkaar, shared his experiences. Within Energie voor Elkaar (a platform of organizations and companies focused on a feasible and affordable acceleration of the energy transition) he is responsible for all IT & Data related projects to ensure that Energie voor Elkaar can stay ahead. Drawing both from his experience at Energie voor Elkaar, and his previous experience as Manager Digital & IT at TotalEnergies, he will take you through what he believes are the important components of a good roadmap and how to set the right priorities to achieve results.

    Download
  • Subsession: From vision to action: build an effective data roadmap

    This session was a working session where we took you through how to properly populate a roadmap. We also got hands-on with the 5 key components of a good roadmap; vision, objective, problem, time and communication so that you are better able as an organization to properly shape the key components of your roadmap.

    Download
  • Subsession: How do you go from data to relevant information

    During this session, we dove into how to transform data from a collection of numbers and facts to a strategic tool that helps you make better decisions, work more efficiently and discover new opportunities. Finally, the session delved into how you can give hands and feet to your roadmap so that everything on the roadmap is properly adopted.

    In addition, we shared real-life examples and successes of organizations that have succeeded in turning their data into measurable business results and have created a data-driven culture within the organization

    Download
  • Subsession: How advanced is your data maturity

    During this session delved into the different levels of data maturity that exist in 3 phases; where are you now, where do you want to go and how do you reach the next data maturity level. Finally, we shared real-life examples and best practices to give you a clear picture of what data maturity looks like in practice.

    Our goal was that by the end of this session you had a good understanding of what data maturity means, why it is critical for your organization, and how to create an action plan to improve data maturity within your organization.

    Download

Plan a call

If you have questions regarding your roadmap; fill out this form below and we can help you out!

Thank you

We’ll get in touch with you as soon as possible

10+ Data and Automation Solutions that will transform your business

On this page you will find information about more than 10 solutions that we think will help your solid ideas take flight. A Data & Automation solution Line Up so to say.
Every year we organize an (online) event to talk you through these solutions. Have you missed this year's edition? Or are you just curious about what we have shared? Read on!

The technologies available within businesses are evolving rapidly, and it can be difficult to keep up with the latest trends. Why not take away the hassle of comparing different solutions. From data visualization to data engineering and from low coding to data science: the choice is yours! Whether you are looking for something new or want to get more out of your existing solution.

We will be telling you practical stories. We’ll tell you what works and what doesn’t (yet). Specialists in the various tools will show you concrete solutions and be ready to answer your questions.

13 data & automation solutions in action

When filling out the form below, you will get instant access to demo-videos and slides about the following technologies:

I want to compare these solutions

By filling in this form, you will get instant access to our materials. No strings attached. We will not spam you with non-relevant information.

You are in!

Webinar: External Tools to Optimize your Power BI Environment

Whether you're a seasoned Power BI user or a BI manager looking to elevate your team's capabilities, this session will provide you with the insights and tools necessary to achieve a clean and effective Power BI environment.

Are you navigating the complexities of an expanding Power BI environment? Are you struggling to pinpoint the most current version of your file amidst a sea of data? With an overwhelming array of measures at your disposal, it can become increasingly challenging to identify which ones are actively driving your insights. It’s time to streamline and enhance your Power BI experience.

About this webinar

Join us for an in-depth webinar designed specifically for Power BI users and BI managers eager to refine and optimize their Power BI environments. This session is tailored to empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to maintain a sleek, efficient workspace.

We’ll be exploring a hand-picked selection of pivotal external tools. Each one chosen for its potential to transform your Power BI environment:

  1. Measure Killer: Simplify your analytics by identifying and removing redundant measures that clutter your projects.
  2. PBI Explorer: Navigate your Power BI assets with ease, ensuring you always have the right file at your fingertips.
  3. Dax Formatter: Enhance your DAX code readability and maintainability, making your measures as efficient as they are powerful.
  4. Tabular Editor: Dive deep into advanced editing, streamline your model’s structure, and unlock new levels of customization.
  5. Performance Analyzer: Pinpoint performance bottlenecks within your reports and dashboards, and learn how to resolve them swiftly.
  6. Model Viewer: Gain a comprehensive overview of your data model’s structure, relationships, and dependencies.

What is in it for you?

This webinar is crafted for those who value efficiency, clarity, and precision in their Power BI endeavors. Whether you’re a seasoned Power BI user or a BI manager looking to elevate your team’s capabilities, this session will provide you with the insights and tools necessary to achieve a clean and effective Power BI environment.

Watch the webinar below

You can now watch the webinar

Webinar: Kick-start your Data Science project

You have formulated a solid business case for your Data Science project. Congratulations! But what's next? In this webinar we will give you an overview of the steps to take in your Data Science project. We will also show you which technologies you can best use for your project.

About this webinar

Your organization, too, has no doubt been collecting all kinds of data in recent years. Think of sales data, details about customer behavior or sensor data from machines and other assets. Turning this raw data into actionable insights requires a collection of tools, ideas, and techniques. In other words: Data Science.

Nothing new, so far. But how do you start such a Data Science project? Is your organization ready for it? And what is needed to keep your project on track?

These questions form the outline for this webinar. We will give you an overview of the steps needed to get started with your Data Science project and show you which technologies will help you with these trajectories. We’ll do this using several real-world examples, to get as close to your specific use case as possible.

What is in it for you?

This webinar is intended for BI and IT managers who know what advanced forecasting, churn prevention or predictive maintenance can do for their organization, but want to make sure they know all there is need to know about starting a project like this. In less than 30 minutes we will provide you with the right set of tools to kick-start your Data Science project.

 

Fill out this form to watch the webinar

One moment please... The form will appear in a couple of seconds. Still no form? Please send an e-mail to ties.de.bont@rockfeather.com

You can now watch the webinar

Webinar: How to Choose a Future-Proof Data Platform for Your Organization?

How do you ensure that your organization always has access to the right data—without wasting time on manual processes and scattered systems? In this webinar, you'll learn how to build a scalable and reliable data platform that fits the current maturity level of your organization.

Many companies struggle with fragmented data, disconnected systems, and inconsistent reporting. This makes it difficult to make fast, well-informed decisions. A future-proof data platform helps you take control of your data and creates a solid foundation for growth. But how do you select a platform that truly fits your organization and team?

Does this sound familiar?

  • You don’t have a proper data platform or data warehouse yet and want to build a solid foundation.
  • You have a data platform in place, but it no longer meets your needs and requires an upgrade.
  • Your current data structure is fragmented, causing slow or unreliable reporting.

Then this webinar is exactly what you need.

What you’ll learn in this webinar

Robert Donker will walk you through:

  • How to prevent your organization from getting stuck in a maze of disconnected systems and data silos.
  • How to choose a future-proof data platform that scales with your organization.
  • How to create a single source of truth for faster, data-driven decision-making.
  • The most common mistakes in platform selection—and how to avoid them.

With practical insights and real-world examples, you’ll get a clear picture of what works—and what doesn’t.

Who is this webinar for?

We see that this topic is especially relevant for decision-makers at commercial organizations with 200 to 5,000 employees. This webinar is for you if you:

  • Want to make an informed choice for a new or upgraded data platform.
  • Need better control over your data and reporting.
  • Want to prepare your organization for a data-driven future.

Prefer reading to watching? Check out our blog on this topic right here!

This webinar is available on demand

  • Watch the video right away

Why this topic matters

Many companies struggle with fragmented data and disconnected systems, leading to inconsistent reports and inefficient processes. At Rockfeather, we believe in a structured approach: a Single Source of Truth that enables your organization to make faster and more reliable decisions. This webinar sets you on the path to a data foundation that works—both now and in the future.

🔎 Where Does Your Organization Stand? Take the Data Maturity Scan
Choosing the right data platform starts with understanding where your organization currently stands. Our Data Maturity Scan gives you instant insights into your data landscape and helps you identify the next steps towards a robust and future-proof data platform.

Single Source of Truth in action

In these cases, you’ll see how a Single Source of Truth helps organizations make faster, data-driven decisions, streamline processes, and gain control over their data.

Data-driven planning ProRail - Rockfeather

Data-driven planning at ProRail

By 2030, ProRail aims to have 30% more capacity for running trains. That demands a lot from the organization and the management. Data-driven insights are therefore indispensable. Dashboards in Microsoft Power BI provide real-time information about the performance, trends and consequences for the planning of track works. This improves process-oriented and data-driven decision-making so that ProRail can fulfil its strong growth ambition.

Read more

Turning Raw Data into Delicious Insights

As a well-known maker of various appetizers, Signature Foods made analyses based on various decentralized data sources inside Excel. It was then important to harmonize and visualize the data from these sources. Rockfeather helped Signature Foods implement Power BI in combination with Zebra BI to visualize information effectively, introduced the IBCS®, and workflows were automated with Power Automate.

Read more
All cases

Want to discuss this topic?

Get in touch with Alexander!

Webinar: Do or Do not? Switching from Excel to PowerApps

Everyone knows the power of Excel. However, sometimes you stumble upon limitations of the powerful spreadsheet tool. This is where PowerApps comes in. Learn in what situations you should switch to PowerApps during this quick 20 minute webinar.

Do you notice that Excel is no longer able to support your critical business processes? That your file takes too long to load? Or that you have to access the same data with 5 people at the same time? That sometimes you no longer even know if the data you are looking at is correct? It’s time for a more flexible and scalable solution. Microsoft developed the Power Platform for exactly this reason. Because where Excel excels at simple tasks, Power Apps is the solution for more complex, dynamic challenges.

In this short webinar, we’ll take a closer look at how Power Apps can improve your data management and how to efficiently create scalable and app-based solutions for you and your colleagues. We’ll also look at the cost and learning curve for deploying Power Apps. This will help you find out where Power Apps complements Excel and what it takes to deploy Power Apps. Interested? Fill out the form below to watch the webinar.

What will you learn during this webinar?

  • The benefits of adding Power Apps to your workflow while maintaining functionality in Excel.
  • Where the limitations of Excel lie and how Power Apps gets around these problems.
  • What are the use cases for deploying Power Apps?
  • What to consider around implementation of Power Apps, think cost and learning curve.

Watch the webinar!

You can now watch the webinar

Webinar: Planning in Power BI

Are you ready to start planning more efficiently? During this webinar, we discuss Acterys, a xP&A solution that utilizes the power of AI with the visualization possibilities of Power BI.

Are you looking for a smarter and more efficient way of structuring your financial planning activities? Would you rather work within the comfort of Power BI? And are you looking for a solution that can help your company be prepared for unforeseen circumstances?

During this webinar, Alexander will be going over Acterys, a planning and write-back platform that integrates extremely well with Power BI. As a result, you are able to access xP&A use cases such as budgeting & forecasting, S&OP, cash flow forecasting, financial close, workforce planning, among others. Simply put, Acterys can help you with various tasks related to forecasting. On top of that, with the power of AI, Acterys is able to help your business prepare for unforeseen circumstances.

What will you learn during this webinar?

  • How Acterys helps you with different tasks related to the planningprocess
  • How you can create Predictive Analytics with the power of AI in Acterys
  • How you can access different xP&A use cases from within Power BI

To whom is this webinar interesting?

This webinar is for everyone that works with, or is looking for a new, planning processes, such as:

  • FP&A professionals
  • Planners
  • Power BI users
  • BI managers
  • Business controllers

Watch the webinar!

You can now watch the webinar

Microsoft Fabric Masterclass

Microsoft Fabric is a new tool from Microsoft that integrates existing components in the areas of Data Science, Data Engineering, and Data Visualization. This speeds up your business process and ensures that you don't have time-consuming jobs writing data from one component to another. During this online Master Class, we explain how this works.

Microsoft Fabric combines new and existing Power BI, Azure Synapse, and Azure Data Factory components into one integrated environment. Whether you are already an existing user of one or more of these products or completely new to the Microsoft suite, Microsoft Fabric offers a refreshed user experience with many benefits.

The most significant advantage is that the integrations of the different products are brought to a new level. Furthermore, the user is increasingly guided and assisted with integrations and analyses. Microsoft calls this addition of AI to the product Copilot, although Microsoft still has to release this feature.

Would you like to know all the benefits of Microsoft Fabric in an hour and how you, as an organization, can get the most out of this new direction from Microsoft? Fill out the form below to watch our free Online Masterclass. Would you rather read about Fabric? Please read our blog here.

What do you learn during this webinar?

During this master class, experts will bring you up to speed on Microsoft Fabric and how this tool integrates different applications together. In the master class, we will dive into the following areas of expertise:

  • Data Science
  • Data Engineering
  • Data Visualization

To whom is this of interest?

This Masterclass is of interest to people who might want to start working with the Microsoft suite or people who work with tools in the Microsoft Suite such as:

Fill out this form to watch the Fabric Masterclass

You can now watch the webinar!

​