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IBM, Sprint execs share 'big data' tips at IOD 2012

An IBM VP and a user from Sprint took to the stage at the vendor's Information on Demand conference to offer advice on how to make sense of big data.
'Big data' analytics spawns a revolution

'Big data' analytics could fundamentally change how businesses operate, according to a keynote speaker at the SAS Analytics conference.
Hadoop spurs hope, creates hardship for analytics users

Described as cutting edge, hot, niche and hard to use, Hadoop, like all celebrities, has its shining moments and its dismal displays.
'Big data' grows well beyond its diminutive beginnings

What is "big data" and why is the IT industry talking about it so much? IT pros offer insights into the origins of the popular and much-hyped phrase.
Big Data Insights seminar

Join industry expert Wayne Eckerson at this upcoming seminar to gain essential insight to help support your BI, data warehousing and advanced analytics projects.

Opinion & Analysis

What 'big data' means for health care BI managers

Consultant Laura Madsen says that "big data" is here to stay and that health care organizations -- which often lag behind other businesses on BI maturity -- should start getting ready for it.

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Data scientists helping businesses navigate 'big data' seas

Now that companies can reliably store massive quantities of data, the next step is what to do with the data you have. DIY, or call in the data scientists?
Analysis
'Big data' to inspire streamlined analytics programs in '12, IIA predicts

Will the ‘big data’ trend continue in 2012? Take a look at some of the highlights from IIA’s list of predictions.

Best Practices

With 'big data,' two leading roles must share the stage When "big data" rolled into town, data management received top billing. Experts now say another player should share the spotlight: analytics.

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