There’s been lots of talk, buzz and confusion regarding “Big Data”. When I mention we have a “Big Data” peer to peer group some members ask me: “what is big data?”. Is it just hype, a marketing made up word or is it a legitimate market opportunity? Is “Big Data” something that I should be aware of with respect to my career or my company. The simple answer is yes! In fact Big Data analysis is a priority for CIOs in 2013. Read more about CIOs 2013 priorities here.

 There’s lots of hype, there is confusion but somewhere in the middle of the market muck there exists opportunity for jobs, products, solutions and businesses. The presentation below is a good primer on what “Big Data” is all about. 

Big Data Primer

Gartner Hype Cycles for Big Data

Below are the Garter Hype Cyles for Emerging Tech and Big Data. In the first chart you’ll see that Big Data has just hit “The Peak of Inflated Expectations”. 

Source: itworld.com via Chris on Pinterest

 
 

 

 

Interested in Big Data and Analytics?

The Silicon Halton Big Data and Analytics P2P group consists of professionals interested and immersed in the field of data management, analytics, business intelligence and big data. If you’re a Silicon Halton member (if you’ve not joined yet learn more here) you can join this P2P group here. 

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