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Big Data Skills are Hard to Find

A recent article from Forbes titled, “Educating the ‘big data’ generation,” explored the fact that big data positions are taking twice as long to fill compared to other professional roles. As a result, tech’s largest companies are supporting degree programs across the country. Find out more about this trend here.

What is a True Data Scientist?

Thomas H. Davenport, a guest contributor for The Wall Street Journal, recently wrote an article titled, “It’s Already Time to Kill the ‘Data Scientist’ Title.” The article explains that the title “data scientist,” is being overused and the author suggests some abilities an organization should look for in potential candidates when they are seeking a […]

Analytics vs. Intuition

InformationWeek explored the ongoing debate regarding whether executives should lead based on data or based on their expertise and human intuition. The author, Jeff Bertolucci, argues that data will not replace executives, but complement their knowledge and experience. Read the complete article here.

Edd Dumbill Defines Big Data

Technologist writer, Edd Dumbill, recently defined big data in a Forbes article. Dumbill provides an overview of what big data is and why it is important. Read the full article for more details. 

Big Data and Social Justice

Phillip Atiba Goff recently wrote an opinion piece for CNN focused on the positive impact big data could potentially have on social justice. Read the complete article.

Big Data Platforms Move Beyond Experimentation

InformationWeek examined how companies are using big data to drive decision-making. Read the complete article by Jeff Bertolucci to learn how big data platforms are moving beyond the experimentation phase and are being put to good use.