Big Data stories - Page 187
Exploding information quantities to the emergence of the term ‘Big Data’ for datasets which can’t be handled by common database and data processing tools. It literally means what it says, but beyond Volume, there are additional characteristics commonly associated with Big Data. These include Velocity – the rate at which the data is generated (and therefore changes) is rapid; and Variety/Variability – multiple data types renders standard tools incapable of handling it. Generally Big Data refers to datasets measured in terabytes, petabytes, or greater. The term can refer to the datasets themselves, as well as techniques for analysis and visualisation.

Don't cut corners
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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Implementing a Business Intelligence (BI) strategy is an expensive, but necessary, investment for any company.

Cash is king
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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A worrying 37% of Kiwi business owners still rely on bank statements to track cash flow, showing a lack of awareness of essential business health indicators.

Attache aims to improve business
Sat, 24th Jul 2010
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Attache Software's new Business Improvement Guide plans to help SMEs use and monitor IT, and embraces the international standards for governance of IT.

Vodafone wins REANNZ deal
Wed, 21st Jul 2010
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Vodafone secures landmark deal with REANNZ, revolutionising their comms by cutting costs and boosting mobility with iPhones and cloud services.

Village Roadshow Selects Sitecore CMS as the Foundation for its Online Marketing Strategy
Mon, 19th Jul 2010
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cx
Village Roadshow has chosen Sitecore CMS to develop a personalised and targeted online marketing strategy for its diverse entertainment ventures.

How to master communication for global projects
Fri, 9th Jul 2010
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cdp
Cloud-based applications provider Mindjet is sponsoring a free Webinar on ‘Mastering Communication for Global Projects’.

When whatsitsname blew its top
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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planning
Iceland's infamous Eyjafjallajökull volcano erupts, stranding millions and costing billions, sparking calls for better disaster planning.

Damar eyes NZ growth
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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partner programmes
Infor has signed a deal with New Zealand manufacturing company Damar Industries to support growth and acquisitions across the local market.

Facebook bug exposes private chats
Fri, 7th May 2010
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personalisation
A Facebook bug exposed users' private chats via the profile preview feature, adding to the social media giant's ongoing privacy issues.

Mash is a smash hit
Sat, 1st May 2010
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What you want is data at your fingertips when you need it and in the form that is appropriate for the interface you're using.

GETTING SMARTER
Sat, 1st May 2010
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risk & compliance
Greg Abbiss, Gen-i’s Principal Architect BI/CRM, says more businesses need to use BI in order to make better decisions.

Does ERP provide good BI?
Sat, 1st May 2010
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As ERP vendors incorporate advanced Business Intelligence tools, experts question if these systems alone can meet evolving data analysis needs for businesses.

IS BI DEAD?
Sat, 1st May 2010
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Gartner's latest CIO Agenda signals a shift for business intelligence. Is BI dead? Not quite, but it's evolving from technology to a focus on capability.

New solution monitors mobile internet usage
Thu, 15th Apr 2010
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software development
Openwave has launched Analytics Express, a cloud-based solution to monitor, manage, and monetise mobile data traffic, enhancing efficiency for operators.

A digital on-ramp
Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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martech
Retailers seek 'stickiness' with consumers, using digital signage as a potent tool to keep brands in customers' minds and pockets.

BE A BUSINESS OLYMPIAN
Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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Becoming a business Olympian requires a dedicated team and robust systems, akin to the support behind an Olympic athlete's success.

Technology advances in storage
Mon, 1st Feb 2010
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martech
From floppy discs to cloud storage, technology advances mark a new era in handling the ever-expanding digital universe, promising cost savings and efficiency.

Winning Ugly Together
Mon, 1st Feb 2010
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financial systems
Many of the traditional IT barriers, both internally and externally, have been lowered to a point where many will be able to shine.

Preparing the way
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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financing
Businesses urged to thoroughly prep before outsourcing or partnering, with focus on SWOT analysis and strategic alignment for success.

Affording the silly season
Tue, 1st Dec 2009
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Navigating the festive season's expenses can challenge young businesses, but strategic planning and cost savings can ensure a prosperous holiday period.