Search and Find

The terms “findability” and “discoverability” may seem to refer to similar things. However, these concepts are very different, and both are key outcomes that should be considered in any comprehensive knowledge management strategy. Content without access is relatively worthless. Enterprise search is how an organization helps people seek the information they need, in any format,…

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Using Visual Analytics to Get the Most Out of Your Data

According to research, a vast majority (94%) of large enterprises say data visualization and analytics are critical to their business growth and digital transformation. However, another study estimates business intelligence and analytics adoption hovers around 30% of all employees and given that staff are making decisions daily in response to customers’ needs, it is a missed opportunity not…

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Effective Search and Findability

Content without access is relatively worthless. Enterprise search is how an organization helps people seek the information they need, in any format, from anywhere inside their company. This includes databases, document management systems or even information on paper. It’s about getting the right information at the right time. At first glance, the terms “findability” and “discoverability” may…

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Technology and Search

Predictive modeling is a process that uses data mining and probability to forecast outcomes. Each model is made up of a number of predictors, which are variables that are likely to influence future results. Once data has been collected for relevant predictors, a statistical model is formulated. As additional data becomes available, the statistical analysis model is validated or revised. Predictive…

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Securing the Data

Data integrity is the overall accuracy, completeness and consistency of data. The term also refers to the safety of data in regards to regulatory compliance and security. It is maintained by a collection of processes, rules, and standards implemented during the design phase. When the integrity of data is secure, the information stored in a database will remain…

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Artificial Intelligence and Art

Artificial intelligence (AI) has weaved its way into all parts of our business and personal lives. It has even made it into the creative part of society. Humans have always created and enjoyed all forms of art, for viewing purposes, for aesthetic purposes, and even for therapeutic purposes. Technology has impacted the way art is…

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Relationship Status

I had the privilege last week to attend a speaker series featuring Ken Jennings, Jeopardy! game show alum and current co-host. It was very interesting and surprising. I expected him to share insider knowledge about being a contestant and a host, heartfelt sentiments about Alex Trebek and opinions on this past year’s host recruitment disaster. What…

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Understanding Semantic Search

Semantic search is understanding a searcher or user’s search intent by understanding the language within their queries. Semantic search offers the ability to find more personalized, meaningful and relevant results for searchers through logic. This happens because semantic search engines try to bring relevant information together in a comprehensive way. Instead of giving a list of…

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Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence

There is a disconnect between the volume of digital data available to us and the physical world in which we apply it. Reality may be three-dimensional, but the rich data we have to inform our decisions and actions remains trapped on two-dimensional pages and screens. This gulf between the real and digital worlds limits our ability to…

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