AI tools primed for business use, but don't throw caution to the wind; data lake deployment tips

Information Management Digest A roundup of information management content from TechTarget's network | Feb. 15, 2018 FEATURED ITEM AI applications on the verge of exploding into the enterprise -- but hurdles remain AI technologies appear to be on the cusp of explosive growth in business applications. But all the hype shouldn't obscure the functionality limitations of AI tools and issues such as bias in machine learning data sets. Our Business Information e-zine looks at both AI's analytics potential and the challenges facing prospective users. (SearchDataManagement.com) Advertisement NEWS   Data lake concept needs a firm hand to pay big data dividends Data lakes pose both technology deployment and data management challenges that can leave analytics users high and dry if the implementation process isn't handled well. (SearchDataManagement.com)   Insurer's machine learning use case: Changing driver behavior Machine learning tools can be put to use for more than targeted marketing and product recommendations. Auto insurer HiRoad is using them to help promote safer driving. (SearchBusinessAnalytics.com)   IT analysts look for clarity on IBM's analytics tools IBM's analytics software is strong technically but disjointed and hard to grasp, say analysts who think simplifying things should be a priority at the company's upcoming Think conference. (SearchBusinessAnalytics.com)   Comparing the leading big data analytics software options This comparison of big data analytics tools examines products from the leading vendors and provides insight into how you can differentiate between the various offerings. (SearchBusinessAnalytics.com) EXPERT ADVICE   Data analytics architecture must break down higher-ed silos Siloed data isn't only a problem for businesses. It's also a big issue for many large universities -- one that their data infrastructures need to resolve to enable effective analytics. (SearchDataManagement.com)   Data analytics primer: What is predictive analytics? Predictive analytics is a form of advanced analytics that uses both new and historical data to forecast activity, behavior and trends. Learn more about it in our updated definition. (SearchBusinessAnalytics.com) About This E-Newsletter This e-newsletter is published by the TechTarget network. To unsubscribe from Information Management Digest, click here. Please note, this will not affect any other subscriptions you have signed up for. TechTarget Enterprise Applications Media Group, 275 Grove Street, Newton, MA 02466. Contact: webmaster@techtarget.com Copyright 2018 TechTarget. All rights reserved.