Sigma, the industry-leading analytics platform known for its unique cloud data platform writeback capabilities, today announced a suite of new features designed to embed AI deeper into data workflows. These innovations include major updates to its generative intelligence interface, Ask Sigma, the launch of embedded writeback, and a new File Column Type that links unstructured content with structured data. These enhancements make Sigma’s data apps more functional and accessible, empowering organizations to build AI-powered insights and workflows more efficiently.
1. Generative AI with Ask Sigma Enhancements
- Embed Ask Sigma directly into customer products for seamless end-user access.
- Monitor AI usage and engagement via a new Admin View dashboard.
- Run Ask Sigma leveraging models from Snowflake and Databricks, providing more flexible AI options.
These improvements accelerate data analysis and foster self-service analytics experiences, reducing reliance on data specialists.
2. Embedded Writeback: From Dashboards to Interactive Apps
- Turn static dashboards into interactive, role-based workflows with real-time data editing and collaboration.
- End users can update forecasts, reallocate resources, and submit changes that become the new source of truth across systems.
- Full audit trails provide governance and security, enabling trusted operational workflows embedded in existing applications.
3. File Column Type: Integrating Unstructured with Structured Data
- Upload unstructured files (PDFs, images, spreadsheets) directly into Sigma tables.
- Integrate critical contextual files into live workflows, eliminating disjointed processes involving emails and separate software.
- Enables workflows such as attaching contracts to deals, expense report systems with receipt uploads, and project management with asset attachments.
What’s Coming Soon?
- Python-Powered Data Science Apps: Sigma users will soon be able to build flexible data science applications directly within Sigma workbooks using Python.
- Natural Language-Built Data Apps: Using Ask Sigma, customers will convert plain-language workflows into fully operational apps without coding, broadening AI-driven app creation accessibility.
Executive Perspective
Mike Palmer, CEO of Sigma, highlights the company’s mission:
“Building AI that solves the right problems—helping people navigate complex concepts and unlock new outcomes—is the AI work that truly matters. Sigma is committed to leading with a thoughtful, accessible AI platform that empowers every business user to harness trusted insights and drive impact.”
Sigma’s latest features mark a significant step toward democratizing AI-driven data workflows. By integrating advanced generative AI, embedded collaboration capabilities, and support for unstructured data, Sigma is enabling organizations to create more powerful, interactive, and actionable data apps—all within a single platform.
