At Zencos we never forget that cost and complexity are the main decision factors when evaluating a BI  implementation.  Complexity in data integration, process, support and maintenance, as well as data availability requires people with specialized skills to integrate, manage and support a complex BI environment.

 Anthony Edmundson, Senior Consultant » Tony has seven years experience as development team lead for data warehouse and business intelligence projects. He provides technical leadership, consulting services and training services at customer sites. Tony's ability to utilize SAS Software in UNIX and Windows client-server environment for design, implementation, and presentation of data warehouse, OLAP, and web solutions is extrodinary. In addition to SAS experience, he also provides project management, develops best practices for internal/external use, coordinates with DBAs and data warehouse developers for data warehouse design, data quality, deployment, and exploitation, and develops custom applications and tools for internal/external use.

Brian McDonald, PMP, Director of Interactive Marketing » Brian McDonald has over 18 years experience in marketing communications, project management and strategic business planning. With a strong background in content creation, production and distribution, he has spent the past several years automating multiple business process for several associations in the automotive manufacturers and distributor associations. At Zencos, Brian is responsible for project management and administration as well as corporate communications and marketing programs. His ability to manage multiple tasks and project deadlines as well as facilitating collaboration among various resources makes him invaluable to Zencos' team. Brian is a certified Project Manager (PMP) and a member of the American Marketing Association (AMA) and Project Management Institute (PMI).

Nick Welke, Senior Consultant » Nick understands the ins and outs of web based business intelligence reporting including dynamic OLAP report development and delivery. He provides a detailed understanding of optimizing software configuration for a given client's computing infrastructure and operational requirements. Nick also completes integration support for customer data warehouse implementations, particularly in the areas of platform interoperability and extranet security. Internally, Nick designed and manages Zencos' computing infrastructure, including two offices and three remote sites connected via VPN through five broadband providers and a satellite feed. He is also responsible for hardware and software configuration of four Microsoft and non-Microsoft platforms as well as Zencos' Internet presence and email connectivity.