Tag: Data Education

February 8, 2024

Data privacy refers to a framework of laws, protocols, and controls designed to protect personal data from unauthorized access and use. It encompasses a range of information, including but not limited to names, addresses, financial details, social security numbers, and […]

February 6, 2024

As organizations continue to generate massive amounts of data from various sources, the need for effective data analytics and business intelligence (BI) solutions has never been more pressing. Here are some general trends for data analytics and BI: Use of […]

February 1, 2024

The job responsibilities of a citizen data scientist include dealing with new data, using automated tools to process big data, and creating additional models to gain additional insights. Their primary job is not to make predictions directly from big data, […]

January 31, 2024

The emergence of generative AI marks a pivotal shift in the digital landscape, profoundly impacting our ability to discern reality from fabrication. This technology, capable of producing highly convincing and realistic content such as news articles, social media posts, images, […]

January 30, 2024

Companies are more determined than ever in 2024 to improve their Data Governance (DG) programs, the bedrock that supports harmonized data activities across organizations. About 60% of corporate leaders have prioritized Data Governance; it remains a focus for chief development […]

January 25, 2024

The mainstreaming of predictive analytics and generative AI has brought Data Management into focus. Artificial Intelligence both runs on and produces a vast amount of data that must be effectively managed, governed, and analyzed. However, a recent survey of 1,000 […]

January 25, 2024

Data: The currency powering the modern digital economy. In a world generating 3.5 quintillion bytes of data every day, one reality is clear – we’re surrounded by a sea of information. While this abundance of data presents immense opportunities, businesses […]

January 23, 2024

2023 was an incredible year in the development of artificial intelligence (AI). With the massive adoption of technologies like ChatGPT, millions of people are now uncovering new ways to use AI to create content, including email, video animation, and even […]

January 23, 2024

In 2024, organizations must embrace a good Data Strategy, a reliable touchstone created by an organization for businesspeople in their data-related endeavors and support its evolution. Executives face mounting pressure to swiftly adapt to a dynamic marketplace and demonstrate tangible […]

January 19, 2024

Do you know the costs of poor data quality? Below, I explore the significance of data observability, how it can mitigate the risks of bad data, and ways to measure its ROI. By understanding the impact of bad data and […]

January 17, 2024

At its core, data mesh challenges the traditional centralized model of Data Management, where a single team or department is responsible for managing all aspects of data. Data mesh promotes a decentralized approach, distributing ownership and accountability for data across […]

January 12, 2024

As data science professionals, we are often viewed as people who draw conclusions based only on data and minimize other factors. This perception usually becomes contentious when the insights and evidence from the data are inconsistent with somebody else’s “hypothesis.” […]

January 9, 2024

Humans are considered the weakest link in the enterprise when it comes to security. Rightfully so, as upwards of 95% of cybersecurity incidents are caused by human error. Humans are fickle, fallible, and unpredictable, making them easy targets for cybercriminals […]

January 5, 2024

Looking back, then forward, is a traditional exercise by year-end. Which data concerns are important enough to worry about in 2024? Which of those do we stand a chance of doing something good for in 2024? Needless to say, money […]

January 4, 2024

The life sciences industry has witnessed a surge in Data Management solution investments over the past few years. Despite these expenditures, however, these solutions all too often fail to keep pace with the latest technological advancements, leaving organizations struggling to […]

January 4, 2024

A Data Governance (DG) policy is a document that describes how organizations use and manage their data. These documents establish rules that help safeguard data, define the roles and responsibilities of staff involved with Data Governance, and set standards for […]

December 29, 2023

When it comes to cybersecurity, some enterprises still take it with a grain of salt. But make no mistake about it: No one is safe. Companies such as BBC made it into the list of victims of the most significant […]

December 29, 2023

When it comes to cybersecurity, some enterprises still take it with a grain of salt. But make no mistake about it: No one is safe. Companies such as BBC made it into the list of victims of the most significant […]

December 27, 2023

Data products are software in the form of specialty tools and apps that are designed to support data used as a service. They may be as simple and straightforward as a program that converts a dataset into a visualization, or […]

December 26, 2023

Data Governance plays a crucial role in modern business, yet the approach to it is often mired in unhelpful misconceptions. While 61% of leaders indicate a desire to optimize Data Governance processes, only 42% think that they are on track […]