In a previous post, I talked about why big data is gaining popularity and looked at some of the opportunities it presents. One key opportunity from using big data is clear in the healthcare sector.

First, let’s start with the definition of big data. Big data means large sets of structured and unstructured data. It is so large and complex that regular data processing techniques do not work in ...

Big Data refers to massive volumes of structured and unstructured data that are too large or complex for traditional data processing tools. It's not just about size — it's also about the insights that ...

‘Data is the new oil’ was term coined by British mathematician Clive Humby 2006. It’s become an overused phrase largely meaning that if your organization has access to vast amounts of data, you can ...