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Top 5 Predictive Analytics Software Of 2022
By TechDogs Editorial Team

Overview
The Fellowship shall consist of five of the most powerful analytics tools to help your organization look into the future and be the best in all of Middle Earth - even better than peering into the Palantir – the indestructible crystal ball that lets you gaze into the past or future! Predictive Analytics Software, too, gaze into the past and describe what the future might hold – but they do a lot more than just that!
Before you set out on this long march to Mordor, allow us to introduce - The Fellowship of the Predictive Analytics Software!
Time to ride!
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You and Frodo are about to go on the journey of a lifetime. This perilous mission will take you both into the dark lands of Mordor (surely, you've heard of the Mountain of Doom!). So, before set out, you need to know what tools you need. How about a crystal ball that lets you know if trouble is headed your way?
Predictive Analytics Software (PAS) is your crystal ball, helping you make accurate forecasts using data from past events. This software analyzes historical data to predict various outcomes - emerging customer demands, potential disruptions in the supply chain or even the rise of Saruman’s army - PAS gives you time to strategize and prepare. Predictive Analytics tools employ statistical techniques such as data mining, predictive modeling and Machine Learning to make data-backed forecasts. Yeah, no relying on your gut feeling here, Frodo!
So, are you ready now, Hobbits? Let's dive in to find the top 5 Predictive Analytics Software in Middle Earth!
Top 5 Predictive Analytics Software Of 2022
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Predictive Analytics Software organizes and examines patterns in business data to make predictions and ultimately help businesses make intelligent, well-informed decisions.
Before you make your way into the Black Land of Mordor, remember that these tools are not ranked – and more importantly, that Smeagol is not to be trusted.
Looks like you're ready for the adventure!
Tool 1: SAP Analytics Cloud
SAP Analytics Cloud is an analytics solution provided by German software corporation SAP SE, that combines Business Intelligence with augmented analytics (such as predictive analytics). SAP Analytics Cloud was recognized as a Visionary in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Analytics and Business Intelligence Platforms in 2020.

SAP Analytics Cloud enables businesses to analyze past (historical) and present (real-time) data to help plan future requirements. Its intelligent predictive analytics feature relies on sophisticated machine learning algorithms to predict outcomes and generate forecasts with a single click. This lets you generate quick reports based on up-to-date data - however, do you know what's better than long-winded reports? Second breakfast! Well, yes but we’re talking about visualizations! SAP Analytics Cloud's Smart Insights feature digs deeper into your data on the fly to suggest additional visualizations that may improve understanding of the data – along with its context generated in natural language.
Another highlight is the conversational analytics tool that allows users to ask questions (just like one would in a casual conversation) to get instant answers in natural speech. Hey, SAP, how much would the coffee expenses be for Saruman’s army? Predictive analytics, budget planning and data visualization are all a breeze when you use SAP Analytics Cloud. It's like the One Ring — everyone wants to get their hands on it. Luckily, unlike the One Ring, anyone can master SAP Analytics Cloud!
Tool 2: Qlik Sense
Qlik Sense was named a Leader in the 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Analytics and Business Intelligence Platforms. Now, that would be something to celebrate; however, Qlik has been a Leader 11 years in a row! They have been around since the Elder Days of Middle Earth! (Just kidding - they were founded in 1993.)
Qlik is a comprehensive data analytics platform that has changed the game with a new generation of analytics. Its unique Associative Engine uses sophisticated AI algorithms, collating data from various sources and analyzing it as one has never been simpler. Qlik Sense has overcome the shortcomings of the traditional SQL databases (think - partial subsets of data with restricted linear exploration) with its advanced Qlik Associative Engine that links the entirety of data, allowing for unrestricted exploration and unexpected insights. This has enabled users to reveal insights they could not have observed with conventional SQL and query-based analytics tools.
No matter the experience or skill set of the user, Qlik Sense uses real-time augmented graphics to ensure everyone can draw valuable insights from the data visualizations and make informed business decisions in real-time. Heck, even Pippin can use Qlik Sense! The platform's Insight Advisor, an AI assistant, also helps raise the data literacy of users via insight generation and task automation. Even more impressive is that Qlik Sense is interoperable with all types of devices, including laptops, tablets, desktops and mobile phones.
Tool 3: Microsoft Azure
If Microsoft were a person, it would probably be Gandalf - seasoned, wise and knowledgeable. Their product Microsoft Azure, is no different, being recognized as one of the top tools in the world of Predictive Analytics Software. Forrester recognized Microsoft as a leader in The Forrester Wave™: Notebook-based Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning in 2020, with the highest score possible in the ''ability to execute'' criteria.

Microsoft Azure is a scalable platform that offers a comprehensive set of solutions for advanced analytics on Big Data and real-time streaming data. The predictive analytics suite is an outcome of Azure Machine Learning, a cloud-based service that found patterns in vast volumes of data and made forecasts for new data - AKA predictive analysis. This service focuses on streamlining the analysis process for revenue transactions, for example, by generating a score that indicates the likelihood that a customer will renew a subscription. Managers can then redirect their teams to focus on customers with a lower chance of continuing the service.
What's more, business data is highly secure while using Microsoft Azure as it offers data protection, robust access control and inbuilt threat detection to meet the most stringent security compliance. Although it is well-secured, the platform is incredibly open and transparent, compatible with existing business intelligence and data science tools that the business may be using. Moreover, analytics in Microsoft Azure is up to 380 percent faster than most alternatives (AWS and Google) - and it costs less too! If speed and cost are your things, Azure needs to be on your list.
Tool 4: Oracle Crystal Ball
Oracle is an American computer technology business that sells enterprise software products. Oracle was recently named a visionary in the "completeness of vision" criteria in the 2021 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Analytics and Business Intelligence Platforms for the second year in a row.

If the members of your Fellowship (we mean your team members) regularly use spreadsheets and tabular data, Oracle Crystal Ball is your hobbit in shining armor. It is the leading spreadsheet-based platform for predictive modeling, forecasting, simulation and optimization. Heck, users can use the Oracle Crystal Ball tools while working on projects within Excel. Yes, Excel enthusiasts, this one's for you!
Oracle Crystal Ball also offers a comprehensive set of tools to enable enterprise reporting, data visualization, scenario modeling and mobile analytics — be it a cloud, on-premises or hybrid setup. You'd be a fool of a Took not to see how impressive that is! Furthermore, integrating Monte Carlo (a computer algorithm used in numerical calculation) and predictive modeling tools, this platform helps make the right tactical decisions to reach your business objectives. Even predictive simulations are performed quickly and displayed simply using a clean interface. One cannot miss Oracle Crystal Ball's Decision Optimizer feature to perform swift risk analysis on data - you can bet on seeing a decreased likelihood of risky decision-making in your company!
Hey Merry, will you ask the software if it’s too early for a second breakfast?
Tool 5: IBM SPSS Modeler
SPSS Modeler? That sounds like one of the robot characters from Star Wars - wait, wrong fantasy world! Coming back to Middle Earth, you should know that Forrester Wave named IBM as a leader for Data Science Platforms in 2020 - and the SPSS Modeler is their top product for analytics.
SPSS Modeler is a leading machine learning and visual data science solution for businesses. Organizations worldwide rely on IBM's SPSS Modeler for predictive analytics, as it automatically transforms data from various sources into the suitable format for the most accurate predictive modeling. Even with minimal experience, everyone can make the most out of this software as it provides an intuitive graphical interface that helps visualize every detail.
The integrated Watson Studio Desktop's powerful graphics interface provides dozens of options for users to visualize their data in the most meaningful way possible. Yeah, it’s better than Legolas’ Elf eyes! A unique feature is the visual drag-and-drop tool, allowing businesses to quickly change parameters for hypothetical predictive maintenance testing or optimization of processes. IBM's Planning Analytics allows SPSS Modeler to drive the forecasting process, aiding supply chain management in reducing the margin for error in the forecasting and planning decisions.
Yes, Mr. Frodo. It’s Over Now!

That's a wrap, our dear Hobbits! We hope this listicle gave you all the information you wanted about the top Predictive Analytics Software on the market in 2022.
Indeed, there can be only one Lord of the Rings - but the competition is fierce when it comes to Predictive Analytics Software! We recommend spending time testing each software so that you can find what works best for your organization. If you ask us, they’re all equally capable; you just need to find the perfect match for your organization. That's what the one-week free trials are for!
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