Posts Tagged ‘Taxonomies’
Taxonomy Analyst Opportunity Available
To be as helpful as possible to those in the fields of taxonomy, indexing, semantic technology, ontology, etc., we are sharing career opportunities that we find with our readers. Even if you are not in the market for a career move, it is always good to stay on top of what is available and how the fields are evolving.…
Read MoreFinding Value in Taxonomies
Taxonomies are important and provide a valuable foundation for any enterprise search strategy. This interesting topic came to us from CMS Wire in their article, “Naming of Parts: What Taxonomies Bring to Enterprise Search.” A taxonomy is a hierarchical array of related terms which can be used to widen or narrow a query term. What this…
Read MoreSweet Stuff
You know how much I like finding odd and unique taxonomies. I find it a little humorous and comforting to know that taxonomies exist in all parts of our lives, not just information science or biology. Today’s gem is for all those taxonomists who have a sweet tooth – or maybe I should say sour tooth? Sour candies, like many…
Read MoreTaxonomies of the Backyard
You know how much I like finding odd and unique taxonomies. I find it a little humorous and comforting to know that taxonomies exist in all parts of our lives, not just information science or biology. Today’s gem is really an oversimplified taxonomy based on barbecue and feels appropriate considering the season. It provides definitions, history and some anecdotes…
Read MoreSeasonal 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 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 MoreProduct Taxonomist Opportunity
We seek to be as helpful as possible to those in the fields of taxonomy, semantic technology, ontology, etc. Sharing career opportunities that we find with our readers is just one way. Even if you are not in the market for a career move, it is always good to stay on top of what is available and how…
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 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 MoreSenior Item Taxonomy Analyst Opportunity
To be as helpful as possible to those in the fields of taxonomy, indexing, semantic technology, ontology, etc., we are sharing career opportunities that we find with our readers. Even if you are not in the market for a career move, it is always good to stay on top of what is available and how the fields are evolving.…
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