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The OptimalBI team is thrilled to join the Ackama family, a partnership that promises exciting new opportunities for both teams. For decades, Business Intelligence (BI) was a niche area of IT, focused on extracting valuable…
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This article includes tips and tricks for Power BI. What is Power BI? Power BI is a cloud-based data analysis and visualisation tool created by Microsoft, which can easily connect with various data sources. It is simple, user friendly…
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Data is a new currency. According to Statista, the total amount of data consumed globally in 2021 was 79 zettabytes, an annual number projected to grow to over 180 zettabytes by the end of 2025. FYI, there are…
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In a previous OptimalBI project, we had to access a MySQL database on a remote server from Microsoft Power BI to provide some insights on the key tables. However, the database was configured to not allow direct access from…
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I’ve been closely involved with Web Directions conferences since 2010, initially as a major sponsor while Managing Director at Silverstripe, before joining the Web Directions team as Director of Strategic Partnerships until late 2019. Since…
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Another dry winter looms large in the minds of industry and politicians. Another winter of high electricity prices and industrial closure has been clearly indicated as unacceptable by the government. If there was a core topic at…
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Ackama has acquired OptimalBI, a New Zealand-based company specialising in data engineering, insights, and operations. This acquisition strengthens Ackama’s ability to support governments, the energy sector and mission driven organisations, where high quality data and data capabilities are…
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This year at Ackama has been one of resilience and progress in a challenging environment. Following our acquisition of Common Code, we’ve continued to strengthen our capabilities and expand our impact. We’ve worked with…
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Expanding Our Commitment to Government Digital Transformation Ackama is thrilled to announce our inclusion in Australia’s GovCMS Drupal Services Panel and BuyICT Digital Marketplace Panel 2 for 2024! This empowers us to extend our reach and contribute even more…
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tl;dr Today we’re launching Plain Language Law, an experiment to help New Zealanders read and understand their rights and the law in plain language. Contents…
Read moreSquareweave is now Ackama.
We've merged with New Zealand company Ackama!
We're excited to be working with our Kiwi colleagues to deliver ambitious, purposeful digital products on both sides of the Tasman.
Common Code is now part of Ackama.
We’re now part of Ackama, delivering purposeful technology across the Asia-Pacific.
Together, we’re creating impact across energy, government, international development, and beyond. Delivering pragmatic, innovative solutions where they matter most.