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Connect ServiceNow to Excel in 2026 with CData

by Anusha MB

Learn how to connect ServiceNow to Excel with real-time sync using CData. Enable secure, no-code integration, live data access, and automated workflows in 2026.

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A New Day for CData
March 9, 2026

A New Day for CData

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Evolving Our Brand for the AI Era
March 9, 2026

Evolving Our Brand for the AI Era

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10 Proven MCP Performance Optimization Techniques
February 24, 2026

Top 10 Proven MCP Performance Optimization Techniques for 2026

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Tableau Desktop Free Edition
March 26, 2026

Connect to 350+ Data Sources in Tableau Desktop Free Edition

by Justin Floyd

Explore Tableau Desktop Free Edition and connect to 350+ data sources with CData. Build future-proof analytics with seamless, AI-ready data connectivity.

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Solutions & Use CasesCData Drivers
Automating Workday‑Snowflake Pipelines
March 24, 2026

Accelerate Business Insights by Automating Workday‑Snowflake Pipelines in 2026

by Yazhini Gopalakrishnan

Learn how to automate Workday to Snowflake pipelines in 2026. Enable real-time analytics, reduce costs, and ensure secure, governed data integration.

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Solutions & Use CasesCData Sync
MCP Migration Challenges
March 24, 2026

How to Overcome Common MCP Migration Challenges and Accelerate Adoption

by Mohammed Mohsin Turki

A practical eight-step guide to overcoming the most common MCP migration challenges—from legacy API adaptation to security, governance, and scaling adoption.

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Solutions & Use CasesCData Connect AI
Build Custom MCP Tools in Connect AI
March 20, 2026

Build Custom MCP Tools in Connect AI for Repeatable, Predictable Agentic Actions

by Cameron Leblanc

Build custom MCP tools in Connect AI for repeatable, governed AI actions. Create once, share across users, and monitor execution across your enterprise.

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Solutions & Use CasesCData Connect AI
Build Scalable AI Agents
March 18, 2026

How to Build Scalable AI Agents with Seamless Multi-Source Data Connectivity

by Mohammed Mohsin Turki

A step-by-step guide to building scalable AI agents with multi-source data connectivity using MCP, agent frameworks, RAG, and CData Connect AI.

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Solutions & Use CasesCData Connect AI
Connect SAP via ODBC
March 18, 2026

How to Connect SAP via ODBC in 2026: Step-by-Step Guide

by Somya Sharma

earn how to connect SAP via ODBC in 2026 with best practices for driver setup, DSN configuration, SSL security, and data governance.

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Solutions & Use CasesCData Drivers
SAP to Snowflake
March 17, 2026

SAP to Snowflake Integration Guide 2026: Best Practices for Modern Data Teams

by Yazhini Gopalakrishnan

Learn best practices for integrating SAP with Snowflake in 2026. Build scalable pipelines, enable real-time analytics, and maintain governance with modern ETL strategies.

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Solutions & Use CasesCData Sync
Managed MCP vs. Self-Hosted Solutions
March 16, 2026

Managed MCP vs. Self-Hosted Solutions: Which Powers Faster Agent Development?

by Mohammed Mohsin Turki

Compare managed MCP and self-hosted solutions for agent development speed, security, and operations. Find the right deployment for your team.

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Solutions & Use CasesCData Connect AI
Accelerate Business Insights
March 12, 2026

Accelerate Business Insights by Moving ETL Workloads to the Cloud in 2026

by Somya Sharma

Learn how to migrate ETL workloads to the cloud in 2026 with best practices for architecture, security, automation, and cost management.

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Industry InsightsCData Sync
Connect MongoDB to Power BI
March 11, 2026

Connect MongoDB to Power BI in 2026: Fast, Secure, No Code

by Cameron Leblanc

Learn how to connect MongoDB to Power BI using a secure no-code connector for real-time analytics, DirectQuery support, and simplified setup.

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Solutions & Use CasesCData Connect AI
Snowflake to Power BI
March 10, 2026

Snowflake to Power BI Integration Guide 2026: Updated Best Practices

by Stanley Liu

Learn best practices for connecting Snowflake to Power BI in 2026, including performance tuning, security, connection modes, and enterprise deployment strategies.

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Solutions & Use CasesCData Drivers
Why 2026 Is the Year to Adopt MCP
March 10, 2026

Why 2026 Is the Year to Adopt MCP for Seamless Workflow Automation

by Anusha MB

Discover why 2026 is the tipping point for MCP adoption, from market drivers and workflow automation benefits to governance, security, and practical steps to get started.

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Industry InsightsCData Connect AIIndustry insights