Business Analytics Consulting for Small Businesses
Small businesses often struggle to turn data into actionable insights—especially without the resources of larger enterprises.
At Select Distinct, we offer affordable, scalable data analytics consulting tailored to your needs. From Power BI dashboards to financial planning models, we help you make smarter decisions with confidence.
Service-led support for SMEs, flexible consulting, free strategy call, tools like Power BI and Google Analytics.
Improved business performance and understanding
Confident decision-making from reliable data
Turning your small/medium sized company's data into insights and actions
Data Analytics is not just for the big players
Whatever size your business is you can be sure that getting the best from its data can help you grow from strength to strength
We work with a borad range of companies ranging in size from SMEs to Multinationals
Here will outline some of our recommended tools and approaches that serve smaller business well
With Select Distinct as your data analytics consulting partner you get the benefit of years of big business experience. But with the flexibility to augment your team with our skills as and when you need it
How you can benefit from our small business analytics consulting
We pride ourselves on being service led. Focusing on solutions and advice and sharing our knowledge, often without the need for you to buy any new technology
Our flexibility means that you can access skills and experience that you may not need the full in house cost of dedicated resources. We can train your people to become proficient in end to end business analytics from data to dashboards to decisions
We encourage your people to have a go, and if they get stuck they can ask us to help them over their hurdles
Data Analytics Tools for Small Businesses
You certainly dont need to spend enormous sums on technology. A lot of what we recommend here have tapered costs which have a low barrier to entry
If you have a website, then the Google tools are a must have and they are FREE
Google Analytics, Google Search Console. Use these tools to see which parts of your website are serving you with value and learn how to use the insights to grow further
Excel is a power house if you use it well and follow good disciplines. With some good design and thought you can turn disorganised data into really insightful reports and analysis
Power BI allows you to start free, with Power BI desktop. a fully featured business intelligence tool with features to ingest data, model it, present it and distribute it to users
These are just some examples of great SME data analytics tools that you can get started with and then grow from a solid base
With our small business data analytics support you can learn and grow safe in the knowledge that we can help you on your data journey
We’re service led, rather than product-led
Registered Management Accounting practice
We specialise in Database Management for businesses wanting to get the most from their management accounting and analytics
We work directly with your employees to upskill your team
Frequently asked Questions
My business is very small; do I really need a data analytics consultant?
Data is not just for large corporations. If you are using spreadsheets, accounting software (like Xero), or have a website, you already have valuable data. Our consulting helps small businesses turn that raw information into a "single version of the truth," allowing you to compete more effectively, spot trends early, and make growth decisions based on facts rather than guesswork.
Often you will find that having someone to talk through data strategy with will help to prevent missed opportunitiesWill I need to invest in expensive new software to see results?
Not necessarily. At Select Distinct, we are service-led, not product-led. We prioritize using tools you likely already own or that have a low barrier to entry, such as Excel, Google Analytics, and the free version of Power BI Desktop. Our goal is to provide high-impact insights without the burden of heavy monthly software subscriptions
What is the difference between Google Analytics and Power BI?
Google Analytics is a specialized tool designed specifically to track and report on website traffic and user behavior. Power BI is a broader Business Intelligence platform that can "connect" to Google Analytics, but also to your accounting software, CRM, and Excel files. While Google Analytics tells you what is happening on your website, Power BI combines that with your sales and financial data to give you a complete, 360-degree view of your entire business performance
What happens if my team gets stuck after the initial project is finished?
We don't just "build and leave." We pride ourselves on upskilling your team so they can manage and interpret their own data. We offer flexible mentoring and "Management Information Health Checks," meaning your staff can reach out to us to get over specific hurdles or for a periodic review to ensure your data remains a reliable asset as your business grows