The beginning of the year, as well as the end of the year, is traditionally the moment that a lot of companies make prediction of the year to come. So did I, when I wrote down my five Big Data trends for 2015, focusing on the major trends in the Big Data space that I foresee. Whenever a new infographic appears on Big Data trends, it is always good to share it with our Datafloq … [Read more...] about What Are The Data Science Trends for 2015?
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Three Ways Pattern Analytics Will Grow Your Business
Pattern Analytics can be defined as a discipline of Big Data that enables business leaders to understand how different variables of the business interact and are linked with each other. Variables can be of any kind and within any data source, structured as well as unstructured. Such patterns can indicate opportunities for innovation or threats of disruption for your business … [Read more...] about Three Ways Pattern Analytics Will Grow Your Business
Where Does The Internet of Things Come From?
The term Internet of Things was first coined by Kevin Ashton in 1999, but actually, the Internet of Things goes back a lot further than merely 15 years. In fact, already in 1926 we saw the first predictions of an Internet of Things. Back then, Nikola Tesla told Colliers Magazine the following in an interview: "When wireless is perfectly applied the whole earth will be converted … [Read more...] about Where Does The Internet of Things Come From?
Will Big Data Make The Difference in the Volvo Ocean Race?
The Volvo Ocean Race is the world's premier offshore race, an extraordinary test of sailing expertise and human endeavor, which started over 37 years ago. In the pas 4 decades, the race has changed a lot and today the teams will have to rely on Big Data to take the cup home. Since the last round the world race in 2011, all teams use identical 65-foot boats that were produced in … [Read more...] about Will Big Data Make The Difference in the Volvo Ocean Race?
Big Data Can Help Construction Companies Deliver Projects On Time
Big data offers possibilities for any industry and any organisation around the world. Lets therefore look at an industry that at first sight would not come to mind when thinking of big data: the construction industry. The construction of new buildings around the world always creates an intense period for those involved. Ranging from a small house to a large skyscraper or an … [Read more...] about Big Data Can Help Construction Companies Deliver Projects On Time
