IBM releases management software

IBM company Cognos unveiled IBM Cognos 8 v4, a management software designed to offer improved business intelligence (BI) capabilities, says Computerworld.

IBM Cognos 8 v4 lets organisations extend access to trusted information to engage a group of employees, customers and partners across financial and operational divisions and processes.

User capabilities include enterprise planning, dashboards, analytics and reporting combined with enterprise-class platform, flexible business modelling, and consumer-oriented interfaces to help business users gain access and interact with information.

SAS's Patron Value Optimisation software was awarded the innovative gaming technology product of the year award by the Casino Journal, states Marketwatch.

The publications stated the software made sophisticated market segmentation possible with its ability to process and translate guest information into marketing intelligence.

Judges called Patron Value Optimisation a powerful toolbox that can make a significant difference in a casino's profitability.

BravePoint has expanded the functionality for BPBI, its business intelligence solution, reports Marketwatch.

Version 3 of the BPBI product makes it easier for executives to find potential revenue streams as well as identify areas in which operating costs can be reduced.

This solution is designed specifically for companies that want to instantly view key performance indicators and make decisions to adjust business strategy and exploit market trends.