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Top 10 Machine Learning (ML) Algorithms You Should Know in 2021 | Simplilearn
Simplilearn
MARCH 2, 2021
In a world where nearly all manual tasks are being automated, the definition of manual is changing. Machine Learning algorithms can help computers play chess, perform surgeries, and get smarter and more personal. We are living in an era of constant technological progress, and looking at how computing has advanced over the years, we can predict what.
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Where Is the Data Technology Industry Headed?
Dataversity
MARCH 22, 2021
Click here to learn more about Heine Krog Iversen. We recently read reports about plans for Talend to be acquired by Thoma Bravo, a private equity investment firm. This announcement is interesting and causes some of us in the tech industry to step back and consider many of the factors involved in providing data technology […]. The post Where Is the Data Technology Industry Headed?
Mini Guide to Utilizing Data Analytics in Email Marketing
Smart Data Collective
MARCH 5, 2021
Data analytics has been a very important aspect of modern marketing strategies. A growing number of companies are using data analytics to reach customers through virtually every channel, including email. Digital marketing is getting more competitive with each passing day, but small businesses can still rely on a time-tested channel: email marketing.
5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales
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Analytics success: in a world turned upside-down, what changed and what didn’t?
Timo Elliott
MARCH 25, 2021
My presentation from the SAP Insider Data & Analytics Conference, talking about how traditional analytics barriers, and how the latest technologies can help.
Change Resistance: 3 Types Of No
BA Times
MARCH 17, 2021
People say ‘no’ to us all the time. This can seem very final, a total unwillingness to engage.
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Top 10 Cyber Security Trends For 2021 | Simplilearn
Simplilearn
MARCH 17, 2021
With the digital revolution around all businesses, small or large corporates, organizations, and even governments are relying on computerized systems to manage their day-to-day activities and thus making cybersecurity a primary goal to safeguard data from various online attacks or any unauthorized access. Continuous change in technologies also impl.
Best Practices for Supply Chain Analytics in the Post COVID-19 Era
Dataversity
MARCH 30, 2021
Click to learn more about author Ashok Sharma. There are few crises in world history that have affected the supply chain like COVID-19. The pandemic has caused unprecedented stress and brought an insane level of scrutiny. Business leaders need to think differently and take appropriate measures to streamline their supply chain operations, using data as their […].
Fleet Management and Big Data: Points to Consider
Smart Data Collective
MARCH 8, 2021
According to a forecast by IDC and Seagate Technology, the global data sphere will grow more than fivefold in the next seven years. The total amount of new data will increase to 175 zettabytes by 2025 , up from 33 zettabytes in 2018. This ever-growing volume of information has given rise to the concept of big data. And I do not mean large amounts of information per se, but rather data that is processed at high speed and has a strong variability.
Mobile BI for All Users and All Devices!
ElegantJ BI
MARCH 10, 2021
Not Just Any BI Tool! You Need Mobile BI for Every Device AND Great Performance! If you are considering a modern business intelligence solution, there is a real necessity to choose an option that provides mobile business intelligence access and capability. Today’s workforce is mobile and team members expect to have seamless access, no matter the device they choose to use.
HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025
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The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.
Rising to the Challenge
BA Times
MARCH 3, 2021
Visions. Missions. Goals. Objectives. They are great for creating a shared understanding and bringing teams together for a common purpose… until they’re not.
Top 6 Data Scientist Skills You Need in 2021 | Simplilearn
Simplilearn
MARCH 11, 2021
Leveraging the use of Big Data as an insight-generating engine has driven the demand for data scientists at the enterprise-level across all industry verticals. Whether it is to refine the process of product development, improve customer retention, or mine through data to find new business opportunities, organizations are increasingly relying on the.
Dealing with Database End-of-Life Issues: What Approach Should You Take?
Dataversity
MARCH 30, 2021
Click to learn more about author Matt Yonkovit. Databases play a critical role in our applications – after all, no one ever talks about their services using less data today. However, like applications, databases require ongoing management and regular updates. At some point, the database version you use will reach its End of Life (EOL). […]. The post Dealing with Database End-of-Life Issues: What Approach Should You Take?
Business Valuation Software: Free Guide to Valutico Platform
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8 Revolutionary Applications Examples of Machine Learning in Real-Life
Smart Data Collective
MARCH 26, 2021
Machine learning (ML) is an innovative tool that advances technology in every industry around the world. From the most subtle advances, like Netflix recommendations, to life-saving medical diagnostics or even writing content , machine learning facilitates it all. Due to its constant learning and evolution, the algorithms are able to adapt based on success and failure.
Product Goals in Scrum
Roman Pichler
MARCH 9, 2021
Product Goals Defined. The Scrum Guide released in November 2020 states that “the product goal describes a future state of the product … [It] is the long-term objective for the Scrum team.” It also suggests that “the product goal is in the product backlog. The rest of the product backlog emerges to define ‘what’ will fulfill the product goal.” The product owner is accountable for “developing and explicitly communicating the product goal.
Taking on Current State Analysis
BA Times
MARCH 18, 2021
Business Analysts may feel pressured by the organizations in which they work to deliver requirements quicker.
Maximize Productivity and Simplify IT Management with Conversational AI
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ChatGPT has dominated boardroom conversations for months now. From drafting a stock trading program, to creating a SQL query to model data, there are practically no limits to the applications of the AI language model assistant. At ManageEngine, we have been working on our own AI-assistant, Zia. Zia is a fully-trained analytics assistant that can perform a range of functions such as creating and adding reports to dashboards, providing conversational support to data analysis, insight discovery, bu
Facebook vs. Instagram: Should You Use One or Both | Simplilearn
Simplilearn
MARCH 9, 2021
Facebook and Instagram are among the hottest social media platforms across the globe, with 2.32 billion and 1 billion monthly active users, respectively. Given the immense popularity and audience size of these social networks, it can be tempting to spread resources across both sites. But is this the best strategy for marketers to effect. Read More.
Data Privacy Laws Are Evolving: Expert Advice on Compliance
Dataversity
MARCH 23, 2021
Click here to learn more about John Noltensmeyer. Virginia’s governor recently signed the Consumer Data Protection Act (CDPA), only the second comprehensive data privacy law in the United States after the California Consumer Privacy Act of 2018 (CCPA). The passage of this law means that businesses now have two new state-specific regulations to prepare for […].
Azure Cloud Is Transforming the Way We Run Our Businesses in 2021
Smart Data Collective
MARCH 28, 2021
Utilizing cloud services is no longer an option for businesses— it is a necessity. In 2021, cloud computing infrastructure will dominate the IT space and take over business cloud services. However, it is important to understand the right cloud computing practices to follow. The growth experienced by Microsoft Azure is tremendous compared to other providers of cloud services— a whopping 154% YOY growth rate to be specific.
Four Themes Will Shape The Future Of Insurance
Forrester - Business Intelligence
MARCH 24, 2021
The future of insurance is here. That’s my view and I am sticking to it. Insurers can no longer wait on the sidelines. You must get in the game. What game you ask? The game for who wins the hearts and wallets of tomorrow’s insurance customer. Your competitors (think Amazon, Tesla, and Lemonade) give consumers […].
Data-Backed Secrets for Minimizing Discounts & Maximizing ROI Post-Holiday
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We all Communicate, So What Makes It So Difficult?
BA Times
MARCH 31, 2021
Communicating is something we do throughout our lives. Much communication is verbal, some is not.
COVID-19 sped up digital transformation but business analysis can help
Analyst Catalyst Blog
MARCH 3, 2021
Traditional Marketing vs. Digital Marketing: Which One Is Better | Simplilearn
Simplilearn
MARCH 29, 2021
Between the tried and true strategies of traditional marketing and the new and innovative strategies of digital marketing, there are many ways for businesses to capture the attention of their audiences. But which strategy works best? Which one should businesses focus on? When discussing traditional marketing vs. digital marketing, there. Read More.
How to Use AI and Analytics to Drive Digital Transformation and Improve Efficiencies
Dataversity
MARCH 15, 2021
Click to learn more about author David Drai. A chaotic global economy and the rush to digital transformation has forced many organizations to reduce operational expenses and cut costs during this unprecedented time. All major industries – especially retail, manufacturing, telecommunications, and financial services – are looking for better and faster ways to drive greater […].
The Young BA
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This article focuses on my experience starting as a customer service representative and working myself up to become a lead analyst in my organization. I did not start with many special skills or talents but I wanted to reflect on what did help me.
Big Data Trends That Are Disrupting Management Maintenance
Smart Data Collective
MARCH 29, 2021
Big data is leading to some major breakthroughs in the modern workplace. One study from NewVantage found that 97% of respondents said that their company was investing heavily in big data and AI. Maintenance management’s primary focus has always been maximizing the quality, effectiveness, and quality of equipment in an organization. And this is usually at the lowest possible costs in terms of material and machinery.
Article: The Evolution of Distributed Systems on Kubernetes
InfoQ Articles
MARCH 24, 2021
At the QCon in March, Bilgin Ibryam product manager at Red Hat gave a talk on the evolution of distributed systems with Kubernetes. You might have an answer to that, and Ibryam has one too. At the end of the article, you will find out what he thinks the answer will be. By Bilgin Ibryam.
How to Thrive as a Business Analyst in the New Normal
BA Times
MARCH 24, 2021
The Pandemic hit us suddenly and yes it came without any notice to our lives as a transient thing but became the new normal way of life.
Career Planning: 4 Quick Tips for Business Analysis Professionals
Analyst Catalyst Blog
MARCH 23, 2021
10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue
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