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7 More Big Data Companies to Watch

7 More Big Data Companies to Watch

Like any market in its infancy, the big data industry is bustling with companies jockeying for a comfortable position in a niche that is as surefire as any. Most of them are actually startups with the potential for two things: to be great, or out of business entirely within the next year. Coming up we take a look at 7 big data companies that will eventually demand your attention – if they already…

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Big Data Integration: Five Biggest Pitfalls to Avoid

Big Data Integration: Five Biggest Pitfalls to Avoid

The big data revolution has captivated a global audience on the promise of better decision making capabilities, improved customer engagement, and higher profits. From the healthcare field to the retail sector, the success stories are mounting. What you rarely hear about, though, are the stories of companies that have jumped on the bandwagon, yet failed to gain traction or fell off completely.…

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A Comprehensive Introduction to Big Data-as-a-Service

From software to platforms, cloud computing has popularized the “as a service” concept. Now it’s time for advanced analytics to get in on the action. Big data as a service or BDaaS, delivers tools, storage, and other resources on as needed basis. Similiar to other cloud services, this one allows organizations to gain a competitive edge by leveraging a third party infrastructure and pricing model…

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Why Stream Processing Is Set to Be the Breakout Star of Big Data

Why Stream Processing Is Set to Be the Breakout Star of Big Data

The flow of information never stops. From the globally linked pages of the World Wide Web to the POS systems in brick and mortar storefronts, new data is constantly being created as pre-existing bits move across the digital universe. The volume is tremendous. The variety is impressive. And the velocity is downright staggering. Companies seeking a competitive edge should capitalize on its speed…

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Top 5 Security Practices For Big Data

Top 5 Security Practices For Big Data

In our last post, we examined the security concerns that crop up when using big data for business. There are a lot of uniuqe challenges and failing to address them can result in dire consequences. What’s comforting about all this is the fact that big data environments can be locked down by applying many of the same security practices that have been traditionally used to secure databases,…

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Why Security is the Elephant in the Room When It Comes to Big Data

Why Security is the Elephant in the Room When It Comes to Big Data

The more sensitive information you gather, the bigger the target on your back in the eyes of hackers and cyber criminals. These aspects are often overlooked when big data conversations come up. However, if your company is sitting on heaps of data it uses to fuel marketing campaigns, customer loyalty programs, and make other critical business decisions, you need to be earnest in keeping this…

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5 of the Best Open Source Tools For Big Data

5 of the Best Open Source Tools For Big Data

If you’re the owner, CIO, or IT manager of a forward-thinking company, you’re probably searching for ways to capitalize on big data. According to a recent forcasting by IDC, the market is on track to reach $41.5 billion by 2018, which would represent a compound annual growth rate of 26.4 percent. But while organizations are pouring copious amounts of dollars into new technology, tools and…

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How to Produce Bigger and Better Results With Small Data Tools

How to Produce Bigger and Better Results With Small Data Tools

The evolution of data mining, analysis, and management has been nothing short of amazing. Once upon a time, companies of all sizes relied heavily on Microsoft Excel to store, sort, and handle information on a day to day basis. While platforms like Hadoop are lightyears more advanced in the way of technical specifications, small data tools can still be highly effective when adopting a big data…

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Top 3 Analytics Trends For Reforming Healthcare

Top 3 Analytics Trends For Reforming Healthcare

The President’s approach to healthcare reform may be a controversial one, but there is no denying the rapid evolution taking place in this sector. While the industry has literally been sitting on mountains of information for years, the ability to maximize its potential in practical fashion is one of the more recent discoveries of modern software technology. From optimizing the delivery of…

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Year in Review: Top 6 Big Data Trends of 2014

Year in Review: Top 6 Big Data Trends of 2014

We’ve glimpsed into the future to see where big data is headed in 2015 and beyond. Now its time to rewind the clock – just a little bit, to see how we’ve reached this point. Here’s a look at the big data trends that drove business initiatives hardest in 2014.

1. The Cloud Becomes the Launchpad

2014 saw big data and cloud computing officially hitched in a perfect pairing. Thanks to platforms like…

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Meet the Top 5 Faces of Predictive Analytics

Meet the Top 5 Faces of Predictive Analytics

Big data is changing business strategies from one industry to the next. At the same time, big data itself is changing rapidly. The sole focus of analytics is no longer to figure out why a company’s website traffic has declined. It’s about stabilizing and increasing traffic before it even has a chance to drop off. This is the driving force behind predictive analytics.

Segment wise, predictive…

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Looking Ahead: 5 Big Data Trends to Watch in 2015

Looking Ahead: 5 Big Data Trends to Watch in 2015

2014 has been an interesting year for big data to say the least. Several observers have gone from planning around it to actually putting those plans into effect. 2015 will be an even bigger year on this front as more companies look to optimize their data architectures and use analytical insights to drive key business decisions. The new year will be here before we know it, so let’s take a look at…

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Recognizing the Importance of Agility in Big Data and Choosing the Right Vendor

Recognizing the Importance of Agility in Big Data and Choosing the Right Vendor

Going big with your data management strategy sounds promising, but like any major technology investment, it comes with monumental challenges. Aligning the solution with specific business objectives and finding the right service provider are among the hurdles organizations must clear right out of the gate. They shoulder even more burden once the solution is up and running, with much of it…

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3 Big Benefits of Big Data in Gaming

3 Big Benefits of Big Data in Gaming

According to VentureBeat, sales for video games dipped by 2 percent in 2013. The decline is somewhat surprising considering that Microsoft and Sony respectively launched their X Box One and PlayStation 4 consoles to much fanfare last fall. While nothing can stop the video game machine at this point, it can be improved, and big data may be the answer.

Responsible for mounds of data in multiple…

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Big Data Rumors: Salesforce Analytics in the Cloud Set for Dreamforce Debut?

Big Data Rumors: Salesforce Analytics in the Cloud Set for Dreamforce Debut?

The Salesforce.com name is synonymous with cloud-based CRM technology. Soon enough, the same may be said for its association with big data – if the chatter flowing from the rumor mill is true.

Techies are anxious to learn if Saleforce’s so-called “Analytics Cloud” will turn out to be legit, or just another mirage. The rumors heated up fiercely when a recent tweetfrom company CEO Marc Benioff…

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An Up Close Look at How Netflix Does Big Data

An Up Close Look at How Netflix Does Big Data

Some of the most compelling examples of big data success are popping up where you might least expect them. Enter Netflix. The video streaming giant is taking full advantage of the data in its possession and the technologies built around it to meet customer demand and improve the overall quality of its service. Check out how Netflix makes magic from big data.

Big Data Births a Hollywood Hit!

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How Small Businesses Can Win At Big Data

How Small Businesses Can Win At Big Data

Small businesses need not fear big data. If you think about it, they actually have an edge on the bigger guys in many regards. After all, less data ultimately means fewer headaches to deal with. But what will you do with that edge? That is the million dollar quesiton.

Low and behold. The winning forumula for small businesses dabbling in big data.

Tackle Data Challenges Head On

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