Author Archives: Jeff Block

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About Jeff Block

Lover and follower of Jesus, the long awaited King. Husband and father. Pastor, writer, and engineer. Learning how to be Found in Jesus, and helping others to do the same.

The Technology Economy

Posted on November 3, 2012 by Jeff Block

Economists are now commonly referring to our modern post-industrial economy as the “information economy”. I suppose I understand that. But I’m not sure it’s the best possible label for what is (or should be) going on in the post-industrial modern … Continue reading →

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The Secret Necessary First Ingredient of BI

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Jeff Block

Business Intelligence isn’t “reporting” or “technology”. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard business and IT leaders alike give those misconceptions voice. I suppose it’s possible to purchase an amazing new reporting tool, but it’s absolutely not possible … Continue reading →

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Your Very Own iBatUtilityBelt

Posted on November 1, 2012 by Jeff Block

I woke up yesterday morning to an update notification on my iPhone (5 – yes, I love it) for my flashlight application (and a couple others). I clicked “Update All”, and moved on to get ready for the day without … Continue reading →

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“Open Access” vs “Self-Service” Data

Posted on October 9, 2010 by Jeff Block

What is “Open Access to Data”? Open access does NOT mean that everyone has access to everything, or that necessarily any one person has access to everything (from a business user perspective). Here’s a definition that will make some of … Continue reading →

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Out with the Long-Term Strategic Plan

Posted on September 25, 2010 by Jeff Block

… unless it’s continually balanced with demonstrating short-term value. Balance. Much of life is about balance. Not only in BI, but on a dozen fronts. You’re going to have a hard time being successful until you learn the art of … Continue reading →

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Missing Love

Posted on September 20, 2010 by Jeff Block

Last time I wrote, I talked about being consumed by … or obsessed with … God. My post (and my thinking) was inspired by the song, “You will be my Song” by Matt McCoy. A couple of days ago, in … Continue reading →

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