Alter Everything

This week on Alter Everything, we chat with Scott Jones and Treyson Marks from DCG Analytics about the history and misconceptions of AI, the importance of data quality, and how Alteryx can serve as a powerful tool for pre-processing AI data. Topics of this episode include the role of humans in auditing AI outputs and the critical need for curated data to ensure trustworthy results. Through real-world use cases, this episode explores how AI can significantly enhance analytics and decision-making processes in various industries. Panelists:  * Treyson Marks, Managing Partner @ DCG Analytiocs - LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dynamicinput/] * Scott Jones, Principal analytics consultant @ DCG Analytics - LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottwjones1/] * Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/user/viewprofilepage/user-id/329236], LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/megandibble1/] Show notes:  * DCG Analytics [https://demarconsultinggroup.com/business-intelligence-data-analytics/] Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here! [https://forms.office.com/r/VazmvQMLEc] This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music and Mike Cusic for the for our album artwork.

In our episode of Alter Everything, we interview Monica Kay Royal, founder of nerdnourishment, about her career transition from IT auditing to data analytics. Monica chats with us about her initial exposure to data analytics, the development of an internal data analytics program, the tools she used, and her career advice for those looking to pivot into data-focused roles! She also talks about how she builds her personal brand, her career coaching business, and her upcoming LinkedIn learning course.  Panelists:  * Monica Kay Royal, Audit Analytics & AI Consultant @ nerdnourishment - @MonicaRoyal [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/user/viewprofilepage/user-id/674299], LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicakayroyal/] * Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/user/viewprofilepage/user-id/329236], LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/megandibble1/] Show notes:  * Building a Data-Driven Audit [https://www.linkedin.com/learning/building-a-data-driven-audit/starting-your-data-driven-audit-24543161] * nerdnourishment [https://linktr.ee/nerdnourishment] * IIA [https://www.theiia.org/] * ISACA [https://www.isaca.org/] Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here! [https://forms.office.com/r/VazmvQMLEc] This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music and Mike Cusic for the for our album artwork.

In this episode of Alter Everything, we talk with Ian Barkin and Tom Davenport, authors of 'All Hands On Tech: The AI-Powered Citizen Revolution.' They discuss their motivations for writing the book, the emerging role of citizen developers, and the democratization of data science and AI. Themes include the evolution of low-code/no-code tools, the importance of governance in deploying AI, and future implications of generative AI in citizen development. Listeners are encouraged to register for the Alteryx Inspire 2025 conference and can access free chapters of the book via the show's website. Panelists: * Tom Davenport, Distinguished Professor @ Babson College - LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/davenporttom/] * Ian Barkin, Founding Partner @ 2BVentures - LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianbarkin/] * Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/user/viewprofilepage/user-id/329236], LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/megandibble1/] Show notes:  * Two FREE chapters of All Hands on Tech: The AI-Powered Citizen Revolution [https://www.alteryx.com/resources/e-book/unlock-the-citizen-revolution-in-analytics] * All Hands on Tech: The AI-Powered Citizen Revolution Full Book [https://www.amazon.com/All-Hands-Tech-AI-Powered-Revolution/dp/1394245904] * Inspire breakout session catalog [https://reg.inspire.alteryx.com/#/home-page/agenda-at-a-glance] Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here! [https://forms.office.com/r/VazmvQMLEc] This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music and Mike Cusic for the for our album artwork.

In this episode of Alter Everything, we talk with Nicola Woodhouse, a data administrator at NHS Supply Chain and Alteryx Ace! They discuss the upcoming Alteryx’s Inspire 2025 conference in Las Vegas, Nicola's career journey, and how her team uses Alteryx to automate procurement processes and tackle data challenges. Nicola shares insights about managing an internal Alteryx user group, streamlining reporting during COVID-19, and the impact of Alteryx on their workflows. Make sure to tune in for tips on starting an internal user group and overcoming legacy system challenges. Panelists:  * Nicola Woodhouse, Category Performance Manager @ NHS Supply chain - @PuffinPanic [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/user/viewprofilepage/user-id/174402], LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicola-woodhouse-cmgr-mcmi-4599a770/] * Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/user/viewprofilepage/user-id/329236], LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/megandibble1/] Show notes:  * Ace Spotlight Series: Nicola Woodhouse [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/Alter-Nation/ACE-Spotlight-Series-Nicola-Woodhouse/ba-p/1295612] * Reporting in Alteryx: Sending Emails with Attachments [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/Engine-Works/Reporting-in-Alteryx-Sending-Emails-with-Attachments/ba-p/1021761] * North West, UK User Group [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/North-West-UK/gh-p/Noth-West-UK] * How to build an Internal Alteryx User Group [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/User-Group-Resources/How-to-build-an-Internal-Alteryx-User-Group/ta-p/793924] Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here! [https://forms.office.com/r/VazmvQMLEc] This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music and Mike Cusic for the for our album artwork.

In this episode of Alter Everything, host Megan Bowers converses with George Salmon, a data consultant at Bulien. George shares his story of how he became Alteryx Advanced Certified in just 23 days! He provides valuable tips for upskilling and preparing for Alteryx certifications, including the use of interactive learning paths, weekly challenges, and community resources. George discusses his strategies, the importance of the Alteryx community, and his current projects at Bulien. Panelists:  * George Salmon, Data Consultant @ Bulien - @martinson [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/user/viewprofilepage/user-id/655543], LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/george-salmon-413309141/] * Megan Bowers, Sr. Content Manager @ Alteryx - @MeganBowers [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/user/viewprofilepage/user-id/329236], LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/megandibble1/] Show notes:  * Getting Started Learning Path [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/Learning-Paths/Getting-Started-Learning-Path/ta-p/475117] * Weekly Challenges [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/Weekly-Challenges/bd-p/weeklychallenge#post_time|solved-and-unsolved||1] * Alteryx Certifications [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/Certification-Exams/bd-p/product-certification#micro-credentials] * Interactive Lessons [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/Interactive-Lessons/tkb-p/interactive-lessons] * Regex101 [https://regex101.com/] * Alteryx User Groups [https://community.alteryx.com/t5/User-Groups/ct-p/usergroups] Interested in sharing your feedback with the Alter Everything team? Take our feedback survey here! [https://forms.office.com/r/VazmvQMLEc] This episode was produced by Megan Bowers, Mike Cusic, and Matt Rotundo. Special thanks to Andy Uttley for the theme music and Mike Cusic for the for our album artwork.