Monday, 12 March 2007

One of our missions on the Google Analytics team has been to help website owners refine their content creation process through consideration of the user experience. And not just a few website owners, but rather all of you, because as the web matures, both surfers and designers are becoming more savvy. From searchers to site owners, from AdWords advertisers to AdSense publishers -- all of you are more sensitive to the dialogue between content and audience, between usefulness and accessibility. By making robust web analytics accessible to everyone, we hope that the actual landscape of user experience on the web will improve. We hope that those of you who are website owners will refine your visitors' experience and innovate around data.

As Google Analytics continues to refine and innovate, we couldn't think of a better addition to our team than Avinash Kaushik. Those of you who regularly attend web analytics conferences and read related blogs and forums will recognize Avinash as an enthusiastic and informed speaker, critic, leader, and web analytics practitioner. He is a friend to anyone seeking a conversation or advice about web analytics. From the most important metrics to track, to the differences between products, Avinash always has something insightful to offer.

Now that he's joined Google, he's going to be helping us reach new levels of usefulness. We're excited that he is bringing his experience, resourcefulness, and passion to the Analytics team. And we can't wait to hear what he learns in his conversations about web analytics with you. Apart from work, he's a family man and prolific blogger. We're so glad to have him. Welcome, Avinash!


Friday, 9 February 2007

We have big plans in 2007 for the Google Analytics Authorized Consultant (GAAC) program. And we'd like your help.

The GAAC network provides advanced technical support and professional services to Google Analytics customers beyond the free email support offered by Google. GAACs are entrusted with the important responsibility of helping Google Analytics customers measure and get the most value from their marketing and websites. The program has become a big success and has helped many of our customers.

If your company would like to become a GAAC, now is the time to apply. We have a group training coming up in March that is mandatory for GAAC partners, so if you think your business is a fit, let us know you're interested by emailing gaac-requests@google.com and we'll reply letting you know more about the requirements and asking for some specific information about your company.

We're also looking to hire a new full-time candidate who has the partner management skills to take the GAAC global network to the next level. In-depth knowledge of the web analytics industry and experience managing a channel program are important. To meet Google's exacting hiring standards, you'll need an outstanding academic record from a highly ranked university and have a history of professional achievement. You'll spearhead an expanding program at Google and be visible as a thought leader and evangelist in the web analytics space. Read the full job description and apply here.

2007 will be an exciting year!

Friday, 2 February 2007

Hello again Google Analytics users,
Please note that system maintenance has been completed and your reports should now be up-to-date.

Thanks again for your patience and for using Google Analytics.