How the Internet of Things and Big Data Are Changing Our World
The Internet of Things (combined with big data) is reaching further into our lives every day. And while some of…
The Data Lake Debate: Pro Delivers Final Rebuttal and Summary
Okay, this is where the rubber meets the road. I have three minutes (or ~450 words) to respond to Anne’s…
Taming Big Data
Simply stated, the best application of Big Data is in systems and methods that will significantly reduce the data footprint.Why would…
5 Tips for Streamlining the Supply Chain
Supply chain efficiency helps an organization reduce costs and speed time-to-market. Fifteen years into the new millennium, it is clear…
Learn from Carnegie Mellon’s School of Data Management Hard Knocks
“Congratulations, you are the grand prize winner of $15 million!”You receive a letter proclaiming the above via certified mail. It…
The Data Lake Debate: The Final Word from Negative
Well, it seems you took the gloves off this time, Tamara. I appreciate the valiant effort and your passionate belief…
Big Data: How Netflix Uses It to Drive Business Success
Legendary Hollywood screenwriter William Goldman said “Nobody, nobody – not now, not ever – knows the least goddam thing about…
A Better Way to Model Data
Over the last three decades ERP, CRM, and Analytical systems have evolved. However the way in which those systems store…
5 Unusual Ways Businesses Are Using Big Data
Big data is where it’s at. At least, that’s what we’ve been told. So it should come as no…
Big Data Buzz or Big Data Fuzz?
The buzzword Big Data has gathered an increasing amount of momentum over the last few years. In fact the number…