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The Data Crunch

The Data Crunch

Written by: Ievgen & Vadym
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Welcome to the Data Crunch Podcast, brought to you by the OWOX team.
Dive into the digital age of data as we talk about data, analytics, new marketing strategies, and the latest trends in tracking and privacy that affects every business.

Each week, we bring you an expert, plus a discussion about real-world applications of various strategies to help you navigate the complex landscape of data-informed decision-making.

Whether you're a data enthusiast, a marketing professional, or just curious about the power of data, join us on this journey to unlock actionable insights and understand the impact of data in the digital age.

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Episodes
  • Season 2: Episode #30 | Top 5 Reasons Data Analysts Hate SaaS Tools (And What They Really Want)
    Aug 21 2025

    🔍 Ever hear a data analyst sigh at the mention of another “SaaS solution”? You’re not alone – and there are real reasons behind that frustration.

    In this episode, Vadym and Ievgen break down the top 5 reasons data analysts actually hate most SaaS tools – from locked data and broken trust to inflexible UIs and shallow dashboards. But more importantly, they reveal what analysts really want instead – and how companies can win their trust.

    What you’ll learn:
    🔐 Why data control matters more than flashy UX
    📊 The real cost of shallow dashboards and black-box metrics
    🧠 Why analysts crave structure, SQL, and scalable logic
    📎 How to build trust with your data team (and keep it)
    💡 Tips for companies building tools for technical users

    ➡️ Try OWOX BI – built for analysts and business users alike

    🌍 Contribute to our open-source connectors on GitHub

    👉 Get trusted reports with your context in 1 minute

    👉 OWOX Website

    👉 Analytics with OWOX BI YouTube Channel

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    18 mins
  • Season 2: Episode #29 | From Firefighting to Strategic Analysis: Elevating the Analyst Role
    Aug 14 2025

    🚒 Are your analysts stuck putting out fires instead of driving strategy? In this episode, Vadym and Ruslan explore how to break the cycle of reactive, one-off data tasks and elevate analysts into proactive, strategic partners.

    Hear real-world stories and learn how to:
    🔥 Spot the signs of data firefighting
    🧱 Understand what’s holding analysts back
    🔄 Shift from reactive to reusable workflows
    🧠 Reposition analysts from task-takers to strategic thinkers
    📊 Use tools like OWOX Data Marts to reduce dashboard chaos

    ➡️ Want to stop firefighting? Try OWOX BI for free

    🔧 Explore open-source Data Marts on GitHub

    👉 Get trusted reports with your context in 1 minute

    👉 OWOX Website

    👉 Analytics with OWOX BI YouTube Channel

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    8 mins
  • Season 2: Episode #28 | Training Business Users: Setting Boundaries for Data Exploration
    Jul 31 2025

    🔐 Giving business users data access can feel like handing over the car keys… without teaching them how to drive. In this episode, Vadym and Ruslan talk about why training and boundaries are non-negotiable for successful self-service reporting.

    You’ll hear a real-life story of how one unchecked dashboard broke revenue reporting – and learn how to avoid making the same mistake.

    What you’ll learn:
    ⚠️ The hidden risks of “access without guidance”
    📚 The 3 pillars of effective training for data exploration
    🛡 How to enforce guardrails without being the “data police”
    🛠 Tools and structures that make safe self-service possible
    🚦 Why sandboxes, templates, and tiered access are game-changers

    ➡️ Discover OWOX BI for trusted self-service reporting

    🤝 Deploy open-source OWOX Data Marts on GitHub

    👉 Get trusted reports with your context in 1 minute

    👉 OWOX Website

    👉 Analytics with OWOX BI YouTube Channel

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    7 mins
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