Analytics

Google Analytics limitations: where GA falls short
When is Google Analytics not the answer? And just to clarify, when we refer to GA, we mean Universal Analytics.…

How to force a hit-level segment in Universal Analytics
Note: This how-to is for forcing a hit-level condition within a session-level segment. It is not commonly understood that if…

5 new GA4 features we want Google to introduce in 2022
Let’s talk Google Analytics 4 and what’s in store this year. There are some features missing from GA4 and it's…

Keep up! - the ultimate analytics resource round-up
Over the years, I’ve stumbled across (and regularly returned to) a number of invaluable resources that help me keep up-to-date…

How to reduce the cost of BigQuery data processing
Every Google BigQuery code you run costs money – the amount you pay can vary hugely based on different factors.…

The nine signs of analytics maturity
Go do a search for digital analytics maturity models or web analytics maturity frameworks - there’s no shortage of them.…

How to enable the GA4/Firebase DebugView for Android apps
Want to know how to enable the GA4/Firebase DebugView for Android apps? Let's take you through the process step-by-step! 1.…

How to write a value to a cookie using GTM
Guide If there is a value stored in a variable (either as a Global JavaScript variable on a webpage or…

The superpower of objectivity
When working with a consultancy firm, the typical benefits you might look for are likely some combination of relevant expertise…

Key KPIs, ATM machines and other such nonsense
Something you may or may not be aware of is RAS syndrome (Redundant Acronym Syndrome). This is where an acronym…