Big Data stories - Page 149
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.
Vista agrees to buy US-based Ticketsoft, extending North American footprint
Wed, 11th Feb 2015
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Vista Group International, the cinema software and analytics company, has conditionally agreed to acquire Ticketsoft, a Dallas, Texas-based company.
Data analytics set to be key market driver
Mon, 9th Feb 2015
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Data analytics is predicted to significantly boost the market, with vendors like HP, IBM, and Microsoft leading the rapidly expanding sector.
Analytics here, analytics there, analytics everywhere
Wed, 4th Feb 2015
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2015 will be the year of analytics, as organisations turn data into actionable insights for smarter decisions. Real-time and IoT analytics are key.
What CIOs need to know about the changing face of technology
Mon, 2nd Feb 2015
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CIOs brace for tech upheaval, with Jay Kidd predicting seismic shifts across IoT, Big Data and cloud computing in 2015.
Spark Digital new head of marketing a 'real coup'
Fri, 23rd Jan 2015
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Mark Redgrave's appointment as Spark Digital's new marketing chief heralds a major win, armed with prolific international and tech expertise.
Are holographic co-workers and embedded chips the way of the future?
Fri, 23rd Jan 2015
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NZ's MYOB projects a future with holographic teams and chip implants; urges businesses to adapt now for a data-driven 2040.
Enterprises must be agile to survive 2015 following disruptive year
Thu, 22nd Jan 2015
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2014 will be remembered as the year of disruption, a pivotal year of change in the ever-evolving IT business model.
IBM 4Q revenue slumps, 2015 outlook not great
Thu, 22nd Jan 2015
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Global tech giant IBM's earnings slumped in the fourth quarter for 2014 as it moves away from its core hardware business.
OpenText acquires Actuate and expands portfolio
Mon, 19th Jan 2015
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OpenText broadens its horizons with the acquisition of Actuate, promising deeper analytics and personalised insights for its customers.
Users want proactive not reactive security solutions
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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Throughout 2014 there were an increasing number of high profile cyber security threats and breaches, and response is the difference between success and failure.
Massey University plugs NZ skills shortage with new big data degree
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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Massey University has announced it is launching New Zealand's first business-focused analytics degree next month to address the skills shortage in ana.
User experience vital in 2015, so says Kiwi creative tech firm
Tue, 6th Jan 2015
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Improving user experience and mobile domination are the digital focus of 2015, according to Auckland-based creative tech firm bka Interactive.
Huawei: Enter the dragon
Fri, 12th Dec 2014
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Huawei might not be one of New Zealand's well known brands, but on the global telco stage they're bigger than huge.
Hallenstein Glasson sales up on last year, margins improve, chairman Bell says
Wed, 10th Dec 2014
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Hallenstein Glasson, the clothing chain, said sales are tracking above last year after four months of trading and margins have improved, though the.
Theta acquires Auckland BI firm
Tue, 9th Dec 2014
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Theta completes acquisition of Auckland-based business intelligence firm Indigo, expanding its BI team and partnerships.
Third platform the platform for 2015 says IDC
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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Where is tech heading in 2015? IDC offers up some predictions for the year ahead - and the third platform is the key player across them all.
VMob releases half-year results as it chases international growth
Fri, 28th Nov 2014
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Having a presence in the United States will also allow VMob to take full advantage of the increasing number of integration opportunities with leading.
BI/analytics top Kiwi CIO tech priorities list
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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KIWI CIOs prioritise business intelligence and analytics in the digital-first shift, per Gartner's global survey.
Soon you'll actually be allowed to Facebook at work
Tue, 18th Nov 2014
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Facebook prepares to blend professional and social worlds with its new Facebook at Work platform, challenging tech giants in enterprise tools.
Cooperation and user focus key for antivirus vendors
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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The overall number of computers affected by the top 20 families of malware has dropped significantly, partly due to better cooperation among security companies.