Sigma

Sigma is a cloud-based Business Intelligence (BI) platform that combines spreadsheet-like data analysis abilities with the ability to handle large data sets without sacrificing performance and security. It's a collaborative data workspace where team members can work with data and with each other, whether they're spreadsheet gurus or Python programmers. The company hopes the platform will change the BI industry by incorporating trusted AI models directly into workflows that are secure and auditable, so teams can make better decisions.

Sigma has a variety of features to meet different needs:

• Spreadsheets: Use familiar spreadsheet tools for data analysis.
• Dashboards & Reports: Create visualizations and reports to share insights.
• Data Applications: Build data-driven applications for business needs.
• Embedded Analytics: Use Sigma in other applications without requiring separate authentication.
• Python & SQL: Write Python code and run SQL queries directly in workbooks.
• Generative AI: Use AI capabilities to augment data analysis and automation.
• Governance: Control data access, monitor activity and ensure compliance with industry standards.

The company's architecture is designed to scale, with billions of records without performance issues. It also lets you write data back directly and automate data so you can add context to your work and automate processes.

Sigma's interface is designed to be familiar to spreadsheet experts, so you don't need to learn a new programming language or spend a lot of time on training. The company also offers live editing, so team members can collaborate in real time.

The company doesn't share pricing details; interested parties will need to visit the Sigma website to request a custom plan based on their needs.

Sigma is good for financial services, health care and retail, among other industries. It could be useful for data engineers, analysts, business leaders and marketing professionals who want to make more data-driven decisions. With the addition of AI abilities and collaboration, Sigma is trying to change the Business Intelligence landscape.

Published on June 29, 2024