All roads lead to cloud: (almost) everyone knows that now. The benefits so outweigh the risks, that even the stodgiest enterprise architects now see the handwriting on the ceiling. While the rules are much different from the days of on-prem software, the reality is that smart cloud architects know their knowledge bar just went higher. How can you stay prepared? Check out this episode of #InsideAnalysis to hear host @eric_kavanagh interview several experts, including world-renowned cloud visionar...
Feb 23, 2018•53 min•Season 8Ep. 31
World-famous luminary William Gibson once quipped: "The future is here already; it's just not evenly distributed." He may well have been thinking about artificial intelligence (AI), a long-maturing field of software development that has recently gone exponential with the value it provides. Indeed, AI now pervades the world of big business, and is kickstarting new business models, and whole new ways of getting jobs done. How can your organization benefit? Check out this episode of #InsideAnalysis...
Feb 06, 2018•53 min•Season 8Ep. 30
InsideAnalysis 1/29/18 Radio Broadcast: Attack of the Drones: Why Benefits Outweigh Risks
Jan 30, 2018•53 min•Season 8Ep. 29
Serious decisions are increasingly being made by algorithms these days, but what does that really mean? And how does this affect issues like governance? compliance? strategic planning? Many of these decisions are serious ones that affect individuals and companies. New mandates such as the Global Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) address this issue, but there's a lot of gray area. How can your organization prepare for this future of algorithms? Check out this episode of #InsideAnalysis to find ou...
Jan 23, 2018•52 min•Season 8Ep. 28
With a market cap now in excess of $700 billion, cryptocurrencies must be taken seriously. While Bitcoin remains the leader, there are scores of competing coins these days. Meanwhile, governments the world over continue to ponder how to regulate this juggernaut. Check out this episode of InsideAnalysis to learn from several experts, including Dr. Robin Bloor of Algebraix Data, Robert Allen of Coincube, and John Horvat II.
Jan 19, 2018•53 min•Season 8Ep. 27
You can't connect the dots if you don't collect the dots. So goes a long-standing mantra in detective work, as well as policing and surveillance in general. These days, a whole host of laws and regulations require that police departments and other organizations retain surveillance footage for longer than ever, especially for body cams and other equipment used in the pursuit and apprehension of suspects. Register for this episode of InsideAnalysis to learn from industry analyst Kevin L Jackson, a...
Dec 04, 2017•1 hr•Season 7Ep. 26
The big data explosion that's reshaping the world of business will be especially disruptive for multimedia content. The video tsunami is already well underway, and is expected to balloon in the coming years. Cisco estimates that global video footage online will jump from 60 to nearly 90 exabytes per month from 2017 to 2018. A combination of AI & Cloud 2.0 will help solve this challenge.
Nov 14, 2017•59 min
We stand on the precipice of a healthcare revolution. Genomics and the spectrum of life sciences have reached a pinnacle in human history. Now, as a critical mass of information is analyzed at scale, a whole new world of potential begins. Check out this episode of #InsideAnalysis to learn from several prominent experts about imminent advances in healthcare. Guests include Evan Kirstel of UC Strategies, David Friend of Wasabi, Swatee Surve of LiteSprite, Chris Dima of SlamData and Rishi Kumar of ...
Oct 31, 2017•1 hr
What happens when the cost of doing business drops significantly? Whole new business models are possible! That’s happening right now thanks to a host of innovations in cloud computing. Bandwidth has increased substantially, and the price-performance of cloud storage has improved by an order of magnitude. The end result? Business is booming in the cloud! Check out this episode of #InsideAnalysis to hear host @Eric_Kavanagh interview several innovators who discuss the “new possible” in today’s con...
Oct 18, 2017•1 hr
With cloud computing now fully mature, many organizations are wondering how they’ll manage to migrate from on-prem data centers. Hybrid cloud is certainly the answer, but the devil is always in the details. Companies that recognize the tremendous value-add of cloud-based services are already engaged in the big migration. But many companies are still in limbo, knowing that they need a strategy, but unsure of how to move forward. How can your company plan for hybrid cloud? Check out this episode o...
Oct 09, 2017•1 hr
Organizations all over the world are innovating by leaps and bounds these days thanks to the fast-maturing evolution of DevOps, short for development and operations. The benefits vary depending upon industry and use case, but across the board, ops are being streamlined, and companies are either saving money or improving top-line revenue. But there is a missing ingredient in most of these environments: DataOps! What is DataOps and why should you care? Check out this episode of #InsideAnalysis to ...
Sep 26, 2017•1 hr
A cottage industry just a few years back, the business of analytics has taken modern industry by storm. Almost every innovative new business model leverages analytics to drive everything from sales and marketing, to operations and management. Companies that don't use information to create insights are quickly falling by the wayside, as a new generation of commerce evolves. How can your organization take advantage? Check out this episode of #InsideAnalysis to find out! Host Eric Kavanagh will int...
Sep 18, 2017•1 hr
Host Eric Kavanagh discusses Data Ops and the importance of automating database changes in the new app-driven world, with Robert Reeves, CTO of Datical.
Sep 17, 2017•33 min
hy wait? If you can understand what's happening with your business right now, why put off the analysis? Streaming analytics gives you the ability to not only see what's moving through your enterprise; you can analyze what's happening while all that data is in flight. Not only can you save time and capitalize on opportunities; you can also relieve your traditional data warehousing staff to focus on more strategic initiatives. How can your company enjoy this real-time reality? Check out this episo...
Aug 22, 2017•1 hr
In the information economy, data is a critical asset, but so is metadata. In fact, metadata is the glue that holds information systems together. This becomes increasingly important with the rise of omni-channel marketing. As companies leverage new channels for communication, it’s important to keep a strategic view of the customer. And getting all of that in line with legacy systems remains a serious challenge. What can your organization do to stay on top? Check out this episode of #InsideAnalysi...
Aug 14, 2017•59 min
If you look at nearly every great advance in business, you'll find a common theme: automation. In fact, every software application, at its root, serves to automate something. That's especially true in the realm of information management: companies that automate key processes for storing, analyzing and leveraging data, will thereby position themselves for competitive advantage. One of the hottest trends these days involves companies automating their analytical infrastructure - i.e. their data war...
Aug 08, 2017•1 hr
Aug 08, 2017•1 hr 2 min
Over the past quarter century, the Internet has arguably become the most pervasive manmade force in world history. In just the last few years, Web-based connectivity has revolutionized everything from home energy use to interstellar travel. From connected cars to connected refrigerators, this movement has been dubbed the Internet of Things. Thousands of companies are building the infrastructure and software necessary to enable this new world of IoT. How can you and your business benefit? Check o...
Jul 31, 2017•1 hr
Jul 31, 2017•43 min
Is anything safe on the interwebs these days? Hackers seem to be everywhere, and the threat is palpable. The unfortunate reality is that hacking is here to stay, and thus the cat-and-mouse game of hacking and security evolution will continue apace. What can your organization do to keep safe? Check out this episode of #InsideAnalysis to find out! Host @Eric_Kavanagh will interview several experts, including Guise Bule of TuCloud, Andrew Avanessian of Avecto, and David Friend of Wasabi....
Jul 25, 2017•1 hr
Draw a Venn diagram of Analytics, Big Data and Cloud, and what’s in the middle? Success! Companies that find their sweet spot leveraging these three technologies will almost assuredly succeed. The key is to find ways to deal with opportunities at-scale. How can your organization make the most of this confluence? Check out this episode of #InsideAnalysis to find out! Host @Eric_Kavanagh will interviews @MicoYuk of @BIBrainz, plus Prashant Natarajan of Oracle (@natarpr), Todd Mostak of MapD (@MapD...
Jul 18, 2017•1 hr
How advanced is your company’s data strategy? Are you just getting started? Fully mature? Somewhere in between? A data maturity model can help your organization appreciate where you are in leveraging data as a critical asset. By getting realistic about your current state, you can effectively plan for the next steps to optimize your business, and take full advantage of the burgeoning information economy. Listen to this episode of InsideAnalysis to learn from several experts about the growing prac...
Jul 11, 2017•59 min
Welcome, my son! Welcome… to the machine-learning algorithms! Seems like they’re everywhere these days. Some estimates peg the market at $37 billion by 2025. That’s a tall order, but given the number of software companies claiming to have them, use them, or at least swear by them, it could just happen. Will they kill jobs, or create them? Find out by tuning into this episode of #InsideAnalysis! Host @Eric_Kavanagh and industry analyst @MicoYuk of @BIBrainz will interview several guests, includin...
Jun 26, 2017•59 min
Will smart robots take all our jobs by 2020? That’s highly unlikely, but some controversial figures like Elon Musk seem to wax philosophical on this topic. One area of concern is so-called Artificial Intelligence, which is actually a software discipline with decades of work under its belt. Where does AI stand today, and what does it all mean for you? Check out this episode of #InsideAnalysis to find out! Host Eric Kavanagh will interview several experts on the topic, including consultant Steve A...
Jun 19, 2017•1 hr
Check out this episode of #InsideAnalysis to learn about a clever concept called Data Pipeline as a Service. Host @eric_kavanagh interviews Yair Weinberger of Alooma.
Jun 15, 2017•16 min
Legendary American merchant John Wanamaker once quipped: "Half the money I spend on advertising is wasted; the trouble is, I don't know which half." That was then; and this is now! These days, smart advertisers know exactly which campaigns get the job done. The challenge revolves around data collection, processing and analysis. Check out this episode of InsideAnalysis to hear several experts discuss how today's cutting-edge marketers are making data-driven decisions. Host Eric Kavanagh will inte...
Jun 12, 2017•1 hr
Who's safe anymore online? The short answer is no one. Hackers have become so proficient, their industry so lucrative, that every business with an online presence must take threats seriously. From quiet hacking and identity theft, to the brazen reality of ransomware, hackers must be kept at bay using a range of tools and methods. How can your organization stay ahead of the pack? Check out this episode of InsideAnalysis! Host Eric Kavanagh will interview Mico Yuk of BI Brainz, Gary Hanley of Inve...
Jun 05, 2017•1 hr
One thing’s for sure in the world of Big Data: it’s big! That goes for the benefits and the troubles. The companies that succeed in using this natural resource effectively are the ones that think strategically, then tactically about what, specifically, they want to accomplish. Common sense and a sense of focus are key. How can your organization improve its chances with Big Data? Check out this episode of InsideAnalysis to find out! We’ll interview Dr. Robin Bloor of The Bloor Group, along with M...
May 22, 2017•1 hr
The information economy has arrived. All around the world, companies are leveraging the power of data to invent new offerings, carve out new niches, and in some cases, upend entire industries. Consider Uber and Airbnb. Both of those organizations have disrupted long-standing, profitable industries: taxis and hotels. Both did so by using the power of data, coupled with robust, bullet-proof cloud infrastructure. These are the poster children of the information economy. But the opportunities for ca...
May 02, 2017•1 hr 10 min
