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Advanced analytics, in-memory technology push information limits
The information explosion is in need of a cleanup crew, and this one comes equipped with advanced analytics and in-memory technology to pick up the slivers, piece them together and glean business insight. In this issue of Business Information, learn ... E-Zine
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The dos and don'ts of social media analytics
Businesses are realizing the value of social media when it comes to customer satisfaction, brand reputation, and trends and they’re increasingly turning to social media analytics to derive these insights. However, analyzing them effectively for maxim... E-Handbook
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BI Trends + Strategies Issue 11
The lead article in this issue of SearchBusinessAnalytics.com’s BI Trends + Strategies will examine the potential benefits and challenges of data visualization deployments, with insight and advice from consultants and experienced users. Data v... E-Zine
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Understanding how advanced analytics can transform your business
This e-book provides an in-depth definition of advanced analytics and explores how organizations should leverage the new breed of advanced analytics tools, including in-memory analytics, in-database analytics and complex event processing. E-Chapter
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The Analytical Sales Team Series
Download this e-book for information on the newest trends in advanced analytics, and how it can aid your sales efforts. Read chapters on innovative analytical sales topics, including in-memory analytics, in-database analytics, complex event processin... E-Book
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How to set up and manage a successful business analytics program
This e-book includes how-to advice on creating an analytics culture, setting up a business analytics program and preparing for an installation of analytics software. In addition, get tips and strategies for building up an organization's analytics ski... E-Book
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Optimizing healthcare business intelligence and analytics
BI and analytics tools can provide healthcare organizations with valuable insights for assessing and improving patient care and better controlling costs. This e-book provides a valuable overview of the complex analytics issues facing healthcare organ... E-Book
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In-memory analytics tools pack potential big data punch
The faster analytics performance spurred by in-memory technology can help companies capitalize on big data, but there are barriers to be aware of. Feature
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In-memory technology pushes analytics boundaries, boosts BI speeds
In-memory appliances amp up business intelligence performance by moving processing off of disks. But cost and other issues need to be considered. Feature
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Seeking treasure from social media tracking? Follow the customer
Social media analytics tools can help companies dig into layers of online customer data in search of business gold. But a human touch is needed, too. Feature
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The buzz: Social media analytics tools a must for many
No doubt you've heard the term social media analytics -- it's the gathering and exploring of social media data. Do you need to invest now? It depends. Feature
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Rugby Football Union uses IBM predictive analytics for Six Nations
IBM tries out predictive analytics software, TryTracker, developed in association with the Rugby Football Union (RFU) Feature
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Analytics program requires adaptability, collaboration -- and results
Interviewed by book author Wayne Eckerson, four analytics managers describe some of the key elements in creating successful analytical applications. Book chapter
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New business trending topic: Monitoring social media, analyzing data
Companies seeking customer insights are rushing to deploy social media monitoring and analytics tools. But first, make sure you know what to expect. From the Editors
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Data-driven culture helps analytics team generate business value
Three analytics managers offer tips on engaging with business users and building strong analytical environments, as told to author Wayne Eckerson. Book Chapter
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Creating effective analytical processes: Tips from analytics leaders
Drawing on real-world examples, book author Wayne Eckerson summarizes the elements needed to implement a successful business analytics program. Book chapter
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For unwary users, social media data analysis can be an unfriendly task
Organizations must take into account various obstacles when implementing social media analytics plans to ensure that they provide business value. Feature
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McLaren uses high-speed data analytics to gain Formula 1 edge
The McLaren Group uses high-speed data analytics as it seeks a competitive edge for its Formula 1 racing team engineers Case study | 22 May 2013
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Marketing and advertising remain sweet spots for big data technology
Marketing and advertising are the sweet spots for big data, but those who serve up marketing insights and ad space will need to evolve to survive. Big Data | 14 May 2013
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Analytical database tech at core of Actian-ParAccel deal, Pivotal plan
The EMC-VMware launch of Pivotal and Actian's ParAccel buy share a theme: Both feature analytical databases and play to the big data trend. Talking Data | 02 May 2013
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Enterprise Data World reveals nine principles of analytics rock stars
In a presentation at Enterprise Data World 2013, consultant Bernard Wehbe detailed what sets indispensable analytics professionals apart from the rest of the crowd. Intelligence File | 02 May 2013
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Too much business information? It's not a new problem
The information "explosion" has brought the problem into sharper relief, but there has long been too much data. Sorting through it is the real issue. News | 22 Apr 2013
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Big data analytics firm offers insights into the U.S. Latino consumer
Luminar's Franklin Rios explains how his company is using Hortonworks' Hadoop distribution to deliver insights about the Latino community. News | 22 Apr 2013
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Big data technologies promise major advances in health and science
Big data analytics efforts are poised to improve everything from public health to particle physics, and people like Cloudera's Jeff Hammerbacher are leading the way. Intelligence File | 19 Apr 2013
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SAS report offers Rx for companies lacking in analytical capabilities
Effective communication and executive buy-in are essential elements for companies wanting to become 'analytical innovators,' according to software vendor SAS Institute. Intelligence File | 05 Apr 2013
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Insolvency firm Griffins speeds up fraud forensics with IBM analytics
Insolvency and forensics firm Griffins is using IBM’s i2 analytics software to reduce the cost, time and complexity associated with fraud and forensic investigations for litigation Case study | 22 Mar 2013
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Predictive analytics adoption triples, says Accenture
Chief data officers are rising to the leadership of business analytics programmes more quickly than expected data analytics | 05 Mar 2013
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What is 'big data'? Understanding big data security issues
In this Ask the Expert video, Ernie Hayden answers the question of what 'big data' is and outlines big data security issues in this video. Answer
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location intelligence (LI)
Location intelligence (LI) is a business analysis tool capability that enables companies to gather geographic- and location-related data to better understand global, regional and local business trends. Definition
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collaborative BI (collaborative business intelligence)
Collaborative BI (collaborative business intelligence) is the merging of business intelligence software with collaboration tools, including social and Web 2.0 technologies, to support improved data-driven decision making. Definition
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data science
Data science is the study of where information comes from, what it represents and how it can be turned into a valuable resource in the creation of business and IT strategies. Definition
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O'Reilly Strata conference tackles big topics in data science, Hadoop
The O'Reilly Strata conference was the place to be to learn about the role of the data scientist and big data technologies. Podcast
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Eckerson: Using Hadoop in 'big data' systems can pay off fast
In a video interview, TechTarget's Wayne Eckerson discusses the benefits and challenges of deploying Hadoop-based systems in 'big data' environments. Video
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Wayne Eckerson: Color effective analytics program managers purple
Successful analytics managers mix business blue and IT red skills, TechTarget's Wayne Eckerson says in discussing his new book on analytical leaders. Video
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The finer points of Oracle applications and Oracle Business Accelerators
DAZ consulting group's Deborah Arnold takes some time out of OpenWorld to talk about Oracle Business Accelerators and Oracle applications. Video
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For some companies, big data analytics is the norm
In this podcast, listen to Tagged.com's co-founder and CTO talk about the company's successes and struggles with big data analytics. Podcast
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Big data service providers guide clients into new analytics world
In this podcast, the CEO of MetaScale, a managed big data service provider, describes how approaches to data management and analytics have changed. Podcast
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Rogers: Data scientists can add business value, but not for everyone
Data scientists are sweeping the IT industry, at least as far as hot terms go. But some businesses will have to keep them at arm's length. Video
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'Big data' analytics: Hype or the real thing?
Is there real value to be gained by analyzing "big data"? And what challenges does big data present to organizations? Consultant Jill Dyche answers those questions and more in a video interview. Video
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'Big data' analytics 101: Practical advice on getting started
In a video interview, consultant William McKnight provides an explanation of "big data" basics: what big data is and the issues that are involved in managing and analyzing it. Video
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Q&A: Composite Software on 'big data' integration, analytics
Composite Software exec Robert Eve talks about the challenges of "big data" analytics, offers advice on managing big data projects and discusses Composite's approach to integrating big data. Video
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In-memory analytics tools pack potential big data punch
The faster analytics performance spurred by in-memory technology can help companies capitalize on big data, but there are barriers to be aware of. Feature
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McLaren uses high-speed data analytics to gain Formula 1 edge
The McLaren Group uses high-speed data analytics as it seeks a competitive edge for its Formula 1 racing team engineers Case study
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Marketing and advertising remain sweet spots for big data technology
Marketing and advertising are the sweet spots for big data, but those who serve up marketing insights and ad space will need to evolve to survive. Big Data
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Analytical database tech at core of Actian-ParAccel deal, Pivotal plan
The EMC-VMware launch of Pivotal and Actian's ParAccel buy share a theme: Both feature analytical databases and play to the big data trend. Talking Data
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Enterprise Data World reveals nine principles of analytics rock stars
In a presentation at Enterprise Data World 2013, consultant Bernard Wehbe detailed what sets indispensable analytics professionals apart from the rest of the crowd. Intelligence File
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Too much business information? It's not a new problem
The information "explosion" has brought the problem into sharper relief, but there has long been too much data. Sorting through it is the real issue. News
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In-memory technology pushes analytics boundaries, boosts BI speeds
In-memory appliances amp up business intelligence performance by moving processing off of disks. But cost and other issues need to be considered. Feature
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Advanced analytics, in-memory technology push information limits
The information explosion is in need of a cleanup crew, and this one comes equipped with advanced analytics and in-memory technology to pick up the slivers, piece them together and glean business insight. In this issue of Business Information, learn ... E-Zine
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Big data analytics firm offers insights into the U.S. Latino consumer
Luminar's Franklin Rios explains how his company is using Hortonworks' Hadoop distribution to deliver insights about the Latino community. News
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Big data technologies promise major advances in health and science
Big data analytics efforts are poised to improve everything from public health to particle physics, and people like Cloudera's Jeff Hammerbacher are leading the way. Intelligence File
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In this section, you’ll find the latest news, analysis and advice on advanced analytics software. Learn about current and emerging advanced analytics trends, read case studies on advanced data analytics projects and get tips from advanced analytics experts on deploying, managing and using advanced business analytics tools, such as data mining and predictive analytics software. Use our articles, multimedia content, book excerpts and other information resources to stay up to date on the potential business benefits of using advanced analytics tools and learn how to overcome the challenges and obstacles that organizations can face when implementing advanced data analytics technology.