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Seasonal Differences
The passing of a year is marked by the change in the weather and the surrounding environment. This cycle is marked by the four seasons — winter, spring, summer, autumn. Each one can vary significantly in characteristics based on the geographical location, but everywhere they prompt changes in the world around them. If you want…
Read MoreSearch with Meaning
Semantic technology is a frequent topic of conversation in the information science world. Machine learning or semantic technology is the basis for most commercial artificial intelligence (AI) systems. But where does semantic search fit in? Semantic search seeks to improve search accuracy by understanding searcher intent and the contextual meaning of terms as they appear…
Read MoreWhy Taxonomies Should Matter to You
Taxonomy is the practice and science of classifying things or concepts. Those of us in the business of information science know it as the essential tool to make content findable, regardless of the subject. Many others know it as the branch of science concerned with identifying and classifying species. It is not always regarded as…
Read MoreData, Data, Data
Data governance is the overall management of the availability, usability, integrity, and security of data used in an enterprise. A sound data governance program includes a governing body or council, a defined set of procedures, and a plan to execute those procedures. For most organizations, a single data warehouse is not a reality. Big data sources, increasing…
Read MoreUsing Math to Predict the Future
Predictive modeling and predictive analytics are terms used, often interchangeably, in big data. Predictive modeling uses regression model and statistics to predict the probability of outcome and it can be applied to any unknown event predictive modeling is often used in the field of machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI). The model is chosen using detection theory to…
Read MorePassion or Sickness?
I love making lists. Whether it is for groceries, household chores, creative projects, packing for travel – you name it, I make a list. It is productive and sadly, probably a little therapeutic – at least for me. I have also been known to do something, realize it wasn’t on my list, so I add…
Read MoreMetadata, Taxonomies and AI
High quality metadata can play an important role in improving enterprise search results. CMS Wire brought this interesting information to our attention in their article, “Using AI for Metadata Creation.” This isn’t a new discovery, but convincing people to consistently apply quality metadata has been a challenge. One solution is to automate metadata’s creation, using…
Read MoreStrategic Tools
Emerging technologies are quickly changing the previous concerns over privacy and other negative consequences. They are finally being recognized as the strategic tools of business they were always intended to be. Information Week brought this interesting information to our attention in their article, “Lead with Purpose: Data, Analytics Cultural Challenges.” When it comes to data analytics…
Read MoreWhy Classify?
Why is classification so important to so many? That question could be answered from a few different angles, including a brief look at the lengthy historical quest to develop a workable taxonomic system. However, if the basis of the question is what the original impulse was that motivated said quest, it is time to look…
Read MoreAccess Innovations to hold Third DHUG East 2019 at AAAS Headquarters
For the second year, the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) has invited Access Innovations to hold the third Data Harmony Users Group East (DHUGE) meeting at their Washington, DC headquarters. AAAS looks to continue highlighting the synergy between the two organizations while showcasing how this collaboration is furthering the mission of AAAS…
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