Transforming Data into Strategic Business Assets
In todayβs data-driven economy, organizations that effectively harness their data gain significant competitive advantages. At BASH Consulting, we understand that data is the lifeblood of modern businesses, driving decision-making, competitive positioning, and customer engagement. Our comprehensive data management and business intelligence solutions transform raw data into actionable insights that empower strategic decision-making and operational excellence.
With extensive experience in enterprise data architectures, financial reporting systems, and manufacturing analytics, we provide end-to-end solutions that ensure your data is accurate, accessible, and actionable across your organization.
Our Data and BI Expertise
Enterprise Data Management
Comprehensive data management solutions that ensure data quality, governance, and accessibility across your organization.
Data Architecture and Strategy
- Enterprise Data Architecture Design
- Conceptual and logical data modeling
- Data flow and integration architecture
- Master data management strategies
- Data governance framework development
- Data Strategy Development
- Data maturity assessments
- Roadmap development and prioritization
- ROI analysis and business case development
- Technology selection and evaluation
Database Design and Development
- Relational Database Design
- Normalized database structures
- Performance optimization and tuning
- Index strategy and implementation
- Database security and access controls
- Data Warehouse Architecture
- Star and snowflake schema design
- Dimensional modeling techniques
- Slowly changing dimensions (SCD) implementation
- Historical data preservation strategies
Data Integration and ETL Solutions
Seamlessly connect and integrate data from disparate sources to create unified, reliable datasets.
Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) Processes
- Data Pipeline Development
- Automated data extraction processes
- Data transformation and cleansing
- Data validation and quality checks
- Error handling and recovery mechanisms
- Real-Time Data Integration
- Change data capture (CDC) implementation
- Streaming data processing
- API-based data integration
- Event-driven architectures
ERP and Financial System Integration
- Manufacturing ERP Data Integration
- QAD data warehouse implementations
- IFS revenue recognition data marts
- Cost accounting and inventory analytics
- Production planning and scheduling data
- Financial System Data Consolidation
- Multi-entity financial reporting
- Chart of accounts standardization
- Inter-company elimination processing
- Regulatory reporting automation
Business Intelligence Solutions
Transform your data into compelling visualizations and actionable insights that drive business performance.
Enterprise Reporting and Analytics
Microsoft Power BI Solutions
- Power BI Implementation and Optimization
- Data model design and development
- Interactive dashboard creation
- Self-service analytics enablement
- Power BI governance and security
- Advanced Analytics and AI
- Predictive analytics implementation
- Machine learning model integration
- Natural language query capabilities
- Automated insight generation
Tableau Enterprise Analytics
- Tableau Server and Online Deployment
- Enterprise architecture and sizing
- Data source optimization
- User access and security management
- Performance monitoring and tuning
- Advanced Visualization Development
- Interactive dashboard design
- Custom chart and graph development
- Geographic and spatial analytics
- Real-time data visualization
Financial and Manufacturing Analytics
Specialized analytics solutions for manufacturing and financial environments.
Manufacturing Intelligence
- Production Analytics and KPIs
- Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) dashboards
- Production scheduling optimization
- Quality metrics and trend analysis
- Inventory turnover and carrying cost analysis
- Supply Chain Analytics
- Supplier performance scorecards
- Demand forecasting and planning
- Procurement spend analysis
- Logistics and shipping optimization
Financial Performance Analytics
- Management Reporting and Dashboards
- Executive financial scorecards
- Budget vs. actual variance analysis
- Cash flow forecasting and monitoring
- Profitability analysis by product/customer
- Cost Accounting Analytics
- Standard cost variance reporting
- Activity-based costing analysis
- Margin analysis and optimization
- Product profitability dashboards
Data Warehousing and Big Data Solutions
Build robust, scalable data platforms that support current needs and future growth.
Enterprise Data Warehouse Development
Traditional Data Warehouse Solutions
- Dimensional Data Warehouse Design
- Fact and dimension table architecture
- Aggregate and summary table strategies
- Partitioning and archiving strategies
- Metadata management and documentation
- Data Mart Development
- Subject-area specific data marts
- Finance and accounting data marts
- Sales and marketing analytics
- Operations and manufacturing data marts
Modern Data Platform Architecture
- Cloud-Based Data Warehousing
- Amazon Redshift implementations
- Microsoft Azure Synapse Analytics
- Google BigQuery solutions
- Snowflake data cloud platforms
- Data Lake and Lakehouse Solutions
- Structured and unstructured data storage
- Data cataloging and discovery
- Schema-on-read implementations
- Data quality and governance
Performance Optimization and Scalability
Database Performance Tuning
- Query Optimization and Tuning
- SQL performance analysis and optimization
- Index strategy development
- Partitioning and clustering strategies
- Resource utilization monitoring
- Scalability and High Availability
- Load balancing and distribution
- Backup and recovery strategies
- Disaster recovery planning
- Performance monitoring and alerting
Industry-Specific Solutions
Manufacturing Data and Analytics
Deep expertise in manufacturing data challenges and requirements.
ERP Data Warehouse Projects
- QAD Manufacturing Analytics
- General ledger and financial reporting
- Accounts receivable aging analysis
- Inventory valuation and movement
- Cost accounting and variance reporting
- IFS Revenue Recognition Analytics
- Project-based revenue tracking
- Contract performance monitoring
- Milestone completion analysis
- Revenue forecasting and planning
Operational Analytics
- Production Planning and Control
- Capacity planning analytics
- Work order tracking and analysis
- Material requirements planning (MRP) data
- Shop floor performance metrics
- Quality Management Analytics
- Statistical process control (SPC) dashboards
- Defect tracking and root cause analysis
- Supplier quality scorecards
- Customer complaint analytics
Financial Services Analytics
Risk Management and Compliance
- Financial Risk Analytics
- Credit risk assessment and modeling
- Market risk monitoring and reporting
- Operational risk indicators
- Regulatory compliance reporting
- Performance Management
- Return on investment (ROI) analysis
- Customer profitability analytics
- Product line performance evaluation
- Market share and competitive analysis
Technology Platforms and Tools
Business Intelligence Platforms
- Microsoft Power Platform - Power BI, Power Apps, Power Automate
- Tableau - Desktop, Server, Online, and Prep
- QlikView and QlikSense - Associative analytics platform
- IBM Cognos Analytics - Enterprise reporting and dashboards
- Oracle Analytics Cloud - Comprehensive BI and analytics
Data Integration Tools
- Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) - ETL and data integration
- Informatica PowerCenter - Enterprise data integration
- Talend Data Integration - Open source and cloud ETL
- Azure Data Factory - Cloud-based data integration
- AWS Glue - Serverless data integration service
Database and Data Warehouse Platforms
- Microsoft SQL Server - Enterprise database and analytics
- Oracle Database - Enterprise-grade database platform
- Amazon Redshift - Cloud data warehouse
- Snowflake - Cloud data platform
- Azure Synapse Analytics - Analytics service
Big Data and Analytics Platforms
- Apache Spark - Unified analytics engine
- Hadoop Ecosystem - Distributed storage and processing
- Amazon EMR - Managed big data platform
- Google Cloud Dataproc - Managed Spark and Hadoop
- Azure HDInsight - Cloud analytics service
Implementation Services
Data Strategy and Planning
Data Maturity Assessment
- Current State Analysis
- Data architecture evaluation
- Technology stack assessment
- Process and governance review
- Skills and capability analysis
- Future State Design
- Target architecture definition
- Technology roadmap development
- Implementation planning and sequencing
- Change management strategy
Proof of Concept Development
- Rapid Prototyping
- Quick win identification and delivery
- Technology validation and testing
- User feedback and iteration
- Business case development
Project Implementation
Agile Delivery Methodology
- Sprint Planning and Execution
- User story definition and prioritization
- Sprint planning and retrospectives
- Continuous integration and deployment
- Stakeholder feedback and adaptation
- Quality Assurance and Testing
- Data quality validation and testing
- User acceptance testing coordination
- Performance testing and optimization
- Security and compliance verification
Training and Knowledge Transfer
- User Training Programs
- Role-based training development
- Hands-on workshop facilitation
- Self-service analytics enablement
- Ongoing support and mentoring
- Technical Documentation
- System architecture documentation
- Data dictionary and metadata
- Standard operating procedures
- Troubleshooting and maintenance guides
Success Stories and Results
Manufacturing Analytics Implementations
Global Manufacturing ERP Analytics
- Challenge: Multi-entity financial consolidation and reporting across QAD and IFS systems
- Solution: Integrated data warehouse with automated ETL processes and Power BI dashboards
- Results: 50% reduction in reporting cycle time, improved data accuracy, and executive visibility
Supply Chain Optimization
- Challenge: Lack of visibility into supplier performance and procurement spend
- Solution: Comprehensive supplier scorecard and spend analytics platform
- Results: 15% reduction in procurement costs, improved supplier relationships, and risk mitigation
Financial Performance Management
Revenue Recognition Automation
- Challenge: Complex project-based revenue recognition and compliance requirements
- Solution: Automated revenue recognition data mart with real-time monitoring dashboards
- Results: Improved compliance, reduced month-end close time, and enhanced audit preparedness
Why Choose BASH Consulting for Data and BI?
Proven Manufacturing Expertise
Over 15 years of experience implementing data solutions in manufacturing environments with deep understanding of ERP systems, financial processes, and operational challenges.
End-to-End Capabilities
Comprehensive services from data strategy and architecture through implementation, training, and ongoing support ensure successful outcomes and long-term value.
Business-Focused Approach
We combine technical expertise with business acumen to deliver solutions that truly meet business needs and drive measurable results.
Technology Agnostic Solutions
Platform-neutral approach ensures optimal technology selection based on your specific requirements, existing infrastructure, and future needs.
Rapid Time-to-Value
Proven methodologies and accelerators enable quick wins and rapid deployment of high-value analytics solutions.
Cost-Effective Solutions
Small business focus means enterprise-grade analytics solutions delivered with cost-conscious approaches that maximize return on investment.
Getting Started
Transform your data into a strategic asset that drives business performance and competitive advantage.
Initial Consultation Includes
- Current data architecture assessment
- Business intelligence maturity evaluation
- Use case identification and prioritization
- Technology gap analysis
- Implementation roadmap development
- ROI projections and business case
Our Engagement Approach
- Discovery and Assessment - Comprehensive evaluation of current state and requirements
- Strategy and Planning - Data strategy development and implementation roadmap
- Proof of Concept - Rapid prototype development and validation
- Implementation - Phased deployment with iterative feedback and improvement
- Training and Adoption - User enablement and self-service analytics
- Support and Enhancement - Ongoing optimization and capability expansion
Contact Information
Ready to unlock the power of your data?
π§ Email: amr@bashconsultants.com
π Phone: +1 (720) 352-4641
π LinkedIn: Connect with Amr
π Website: bashconsultants.com
Transform your business data into actionable insights with proven expertise in data management, warehousing, and business intelligence solutions designed for sustainable growth and competitive advantage.