Why data wrangling still matters in the age of AI Julian Thomas, Principal Consultant at PBT Group Artificial intelligence (AI) has captured the imagination of many businesses. But while the promise of advanced models and intelligent automation is exciting, we cannot forget that any AI systems can only perform as…

How to build an AI-literate workforce Jeanne-Louise Viljoen, Data Engineer at PBT Group As a data engineer working in a space where AI is advancing rapidly, I see daily how the skills landscape is shifting. Companies eager to leverage AI often start by saying they need ‘AI skills,’ but what…

Why real-time analytics and DataOps belong together Nathi Dube, Director of PBT Innovation Real-time analytics and DataOps have become the building blocks for organisations that want to be genuinely data-driven. When used together, they help teams turn incoming data into practical insight quickly and with confidence. Real-time analytics gives businesses…

Data observability in the age of AI Nathi Dube, Director of PBT Innovation As businesses evolve toward increasingly complex IT environments, data observability is emerging as a critical function—not just for IT teams, but for business success. At its core, data observability is about understanding the health and state of…

How AI is revolutionising data visualisation, and why it matters Goitsemang Moagi, Data Engineer at PBT Group Data is everywhere – from business performance and sales reports to social media metrics. But raw data alone does not lead to better decisions. What truly drives impact are the insights extracted from…