No Shortcuts: Focus on DW/BI Architecture and Processes, then Think about the Tools
A common problem from an IT perspective is the perception that BI is just about learning how to use the…
To eTOM or not to eTOM
Like many of us in the Telco industry, I’ve been monitoring the works of the TMF (TeleManagement Forum) for a…
According to Microsoft, the fourth paradigm of science is data
In scientific discovery, the first three paradigms were experimental, theoretical and (more recently) computational science. A new book of essays…
No Shortcuts: Read the BI/DW Instructions and Ask for Directions
My undergraduate degree is in engineering. So that’s my excuse for not reading instructions. In addition, I am a guy…
Overlap in the Business Intelligence / Predictive Analytics Space
I've received considerable feedback on the post Business Intelligence vs. Business Analytics, which has also caused me to think more…
The Internet of Things – What an opportunity!
Lately, I’ve seen a surge of new offers for real applications that use sensor data to deliver a valued service.…
Search and the social graph
Google has created a multi-billion-dollar economy based on keywords. We use keywords to find things and advertisers use keywords to…
Structured Search Is On The Table
Freebase. Wolfram Alpha. Google Squared. I hesitate to declare a trend, but there does seem to be a growing interest…
#27: Here’s a thought…
An occasional series in which a review of recent posts on SmartData Collective reveals the following nuggets: Let the data…
Five Reasons Why “Data Miner” is the Best Job in the World
Yes. I do believe that “Data Miner” is the best job on Earth. I will give you five reasons why…
