Big data has been a buzzword in the business industry for a long time. Large companies across industries are now leveraging data to increase their profits and reduce expenses. For a big corporation, big data is a no-brainer—it’s essential for staying competitive. But what about small businesses? Is it even worth thinking about big data […]
Data scientists possess a unique skill set that can drastically increase efficiency within a company or organization in a very short amount of time. As unique as the skillset is, the language with which data scientists use to convey their findings to the rest of the team, and with the uniqueness comes some good and […]
Predictive analytics has become a staple tool in many industries over the past few decades. Its versatility in helping businesses make informed decisions has translated well to a wide variety of sectors, including insurance. In fact, big data has had some of the biggest impacts overall on the insurance industry due to the nature of […]
Bioinformatics is a field of study that utilizes data science techniques to solve problems relative to biology, and more directly, the makeup of the human organism. In the past year, bioinformatics have been responsible for many advances in the fight against COVID-19. A silver lining of the pandemic is the amount of biological data the […]
Even before the coronavirus pandemic flipped the world on its head and brought a wave of anxiety, it was estimated that less than 65% of Americans got enough sleep. For some, the pandemic has allowed for better rest schedules, but for others, it can be difficult to feel tired after simply being home all day. […]
As vaccines start to rollout for the coronavirus, the proverbial light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel is finally within view. As the entire business world was flipped on its head due to regulations set in place due to the pandemic, innovation was in no short supply as companies scrambled to adjust with the […]
Any career in finance comes with an understanding of finance, which puts those in the field already well ahead of their peers when it comes to saving money, but there are many other reasons that pursuing an education in the field is appealing to so many individuals. Financial analysts utilize a wide array of tactics […]
The field of data science has gotten a lot of press in the last few years, due to the fact that the field is growing quickly and there aren’t enough people who are trained to fill the open roles. That translates into high salaries, plus interesting work for those who are curious and enjoy working […]
Data analysis continues to evolve, and in addition to a variety of analytic tools that can be mastered to improve your skill sets, data competitions are becoming more and more common as ways to hone skills, and ways to get noticed in the rapidly growing (monetarily, too) data analytics space. Here is some more insight on data competitions, and a few that can help you become the go-to person for data analysis at your place of employment.
From hospital diagnoses, to presidential candidates’ campaign decisions, to play calling in professional football, it’s difficult to find an example of a successful business model that doesn’t have a solid focus on data analytics. In addition to businesses, non-profit organizations also need to have a solid “business” model to ensure they maximize their time and […]
Our world is increasingly data-driven. Data informs everything we do, from deciding what to watch to optimizing advertising and strategic business planning. In healthcare, there are countless applications for big data that could make medical facilities more efficient, safe, and effective. Data also has the potential to improve the patient experience. While big data has […]
