Extending the Wait-Retry Pattern in Power Query

Microsoft suggests a custom Wait-Retry Pattern to modify the default behavior of the Web.Contents function in Power Query. The solution is concise and elegant, but without additional modifications, it is unsuitable for implementing parallel requests batching. In this post, I present an extension of the standard pattern using the so-called "API throttling" technique.

Harnessing the Power of Linear Regression with IBM Planning Analytics for Smarter Marketing Expense Planning

Dive into the practical application of linear regression methods for effective marketing expenses forecasting. This technique is particularly effective in top-down planning, enabling swift decision-making without requiring the involvement of individual functional departments. Explore the practicalities and constraints of implementing linear regression in IBM Planning Analytics, gaining insights into its potential and limitations.