Question

How do business intelligence systems provide a solution to the problem discussed in "Data-Driven Schools"? What are the inputs and output of these systems?

Answer 1

Data-Driven Schools rely on imparting education to it's students by means of teaching and books. This is a more of theoretical approach to learning and is usually conducted in the classrooms of the school. On the other hand, business intelligence systems use knowledge, experience and skill based learning. Various strategies and latest technologies are used to impart knowledge to students. Thus students being taught under business intelligence systems are exposed to broader perspectives and views and the information is vast ranging from past to predictable future. It uses historic and trend analysis. Hence business intelligence systems help students be more intuitive and innovative with more advanced thinking capabilities.

Inputs of the business intelligence systems are historic data, forecasts, present data, knowledge bank, strategic innovations, both local and global information, all the raw data, etc. The outputs are innovative solutions, strategic plans, effective decisions, trend analysis,highly skilled personnel, highly efficient processes, value for customer, etc.