Gain a competitive edge in today’s challenging economic climate

Now, more than ever, analytics are critical to strategic decision-making. Whether looking to grow revenue cut costs, or both, becoming an analytical competitor can make the difference between success and failure. For analytics professionals, sharing insights, pooling resources and gaining strength in numbers is key to thriving during today’s economic challenges and beyond.

The International Institute of Analytics (IIA) is dedicated to the advancement of analytics in everyday business practices. By bringing together leading practitioners and researchers in the field of analytics, the IIA bridges the latest research findings with best practices, creating a powerful, professional network with an authoritative voice in the marketplace.

We understand that you must protect your specific analytic algorithms and other proprietary information and processes, we also know that there are common challenges faced by analytics professionals that can best be met through collaborative exploration and sharing best practices. Our goal is to be the organization that creates a secure, yet robust environment for coming together to advance our profession. All of our meetings are conducted under an umbrella non-disclosure agreement to encourage open and frank discussion.

Discover successful strategies through a powerful network

The International Institute of Analytics (IIA) was formed out of a need for a forum for which business intelligence and analytic executives can come together to exchange ideas, generate research, and collectively build a vehicle in which to help stimulate growth and competitive advantage.

The International Institute of Analytics brings together leading global practitioners and researchers in the field of analytics to:

• create and explore the latest research findings and best practices
• develop a powerful professional network of corporate and individual members seeking to stay on the cutting edge of this growing field
• bring together research partners and sponsors to share their knowledge and expertise with our members through our research center, conferences, online forums, blogs, and newsletters

Research Projects
The Institute will undertake multi-client research projects involving up to 24 companies

• First project planned to start in late spring 2010
• Research agenda to be determined in collaboration with the participating companies
• A cost-effective way to get custom research based on peer companies

Events/Conferences
IIA events will include:

• Research presentations for the research project member organizations
• An IIA Executive Summit to be held in Spring 2010
• Regional and/or industry-specific round tables (Schedule TBD)