Big Data stories - Page 136
Exploding information quantities to the emergence of the term ‘Big Data’ for datasets which can’t be handled by common database and data processing tools. It literally means what it says, but beyond Volume, there are additional characteristics commonly associated with Big Data. These include Velocity – the rate at which the data is generated (and therefore changes) is rapid; and Variety/Variability – multiple data types renders standard tools incapable of handling it. Generally Big Data refers to datasets measured in terabytes, petabytes, or greater. The term can refer to the datasets themselves, as well as techniques for analysis and visualisation.
Robots VS. humans: Do businesses need robotics processing automation?
Mon, 26th Jun 2017
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Nice, an organization specializing in business efficiency, says robotics process automation can optimize workforce and reduce repetitive tasks.
Solix partners with Bock Corp to bring big data solutions to ANZ
Fri, 23rd Jun 2017
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Solix Technologies recently announced a partnership with Bock Corp to provide comprehensive data management and archiving solutions.
Edge computing - set to significantly impact data center planning, report says
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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The significance of edge to an organization depends on how much they outsource data hosting/processing needs. Understanding this is critical for data.
How to manage data analytics so all users can make sense of the insights
Wed, 21st Jun 2017
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Data analytics are only worth the time if firms can make smarter decisions faster than their competitors. But it's easy to get swept up in the flood.
Salesforce announces advanced AI-powered analytics integration for sales, service, and marketing
Mon, 19th Jun 2017
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Salesforce's new Einstein Analytics imbues CRM with AI, offering predictive insights to enhance sales and marketing strategies.
A trillion-dollar boost: Salesforce releases new research on the economic impact of AI on CRM
Thu, 15th Jun 2017
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By 2021, AI-powered CRM activities could increase global business revenues by US$1.1 trillion and create 800,000 net-new jobs.
Talend: New edition of Data Fabric platform supports Microsoft Azure & Google
Wed, 14th Jun 2017
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Stirrup says that in this environment, CIOs must design their IT infrastructure with agility to deliver in a hybrid, multi-cloud world.
NEC launches new APAC center to simplify digital transformation
Fri, 9th Jun 2017
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NEC has launched a 'Center of Excellence for Analytics Platform & Solutions' for promoting solutions & services of its big data & analytics platform.
How to address the security risks created by big data
Thu, 8th Jun 2017
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Big data increases the risk of cyber attacks, warns Aleron's director Alex Morkos. Organizations must take steps to protect themselves.
The 5 essential pillars of big data GDPR compliance
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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Almost exactly one year from today, on May 25, 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will come into effect in the European Union.
Bluewolf announces new AI telco Salesforce solution to deliver better CX
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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Bluewolf integrates IBM Watson APIs, Vlocity and Salesforce Einstein to improve experiences for telecommunication agents and customers.
Financial services cybersecurity pain points security providers must consider
Wed, 7th Jun 2017
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It is now paramount for financial services organisations to implement an architecture and strategy that has the capacity to support global trends.
Meeting the challenges of big data in the modern data centre
Tue, 6th Jun 2017
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We're in the midst of a communications revolution where enterprise data centre networks must keep pace with ever increasing capacity demands.
Fusionex launches more advanced (but also more simple) GIANT 2017
Fri, 2nd Jun 2017
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Fusionex launches new BDA platform, GIANT 2017, with search-driven analytics capabilities for users of any skill level.
Talend & Snowflake Computing combine data warehouses with big data integration
Wed, 31st May 2017
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Talend and Snowflake Computing are combining data warehouses and big data in their latest efforts to take enterprise integration to the cloud.
Australian businesses yet to capitalise on mobility as maturity rankings slide
Mon, 29th May 2017
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Aussie businesses have slipped down the mobility maturity stakes, with few local businesses using mobility as a competitive differentiator or enabler.
Qudos Bank, Tesco & a UK retailer: Talend celebrates 44% revenue growth
Mon, 29th May 2017
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One example of international growth is a new agreement Talend signed with a UK retailer to manage and consolidate customer data following a merger.
Talend seals deal with Cloudera to deliver big data agility in the cloud
Sat, 27th May 2017
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Talend partners with Cloudera to integrate with Altus, simplifying big data projects in the cloud and reducing costs for businesses.
Survey: Rise of Aussie businesses planning big data projects
Fri, 26th May 2017
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The survey also shows that Australian businesses are failing to use the new rich information on offer to better understand customers.
AU government should make 'national interest datasets' available to research - Empired
Fri, 26th May 2017
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Government and businesses urged to experiment with public and private datasets to uncover value and drive innovation.