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How to incubate a winning innovation program

CIO

Tesla, Uber, and many other stories of business innovation have this in common: Their business models have technology at their cores. They recognize that innovative use of technology is enabling new business models with competition-crushing advantages built right in. Does it sound like a lot could go wrong with this service?

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Cloud native platforms: To build or to buy?

CIO

And it’s not only that, software is how businesses get better, grow, and innovate. No matter how good at software my favorite fried chicken restaurant is, if I order some Korean fried chicken, I want to find some fried chicken and fried cauliflower in the box, not software. Is Kubernetes a platform? This is a lot of work.

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MLSE looks to revolutionize sports experience with digital R&D lab

CIO

Created in conjunction with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and unveiled in January, SportsX is an incubator rooted in research, applied sciences, and product development charged with creating innovative digital solutions that give teams a winning edge, create extraordinary fan experiences, and create positive social and environmental impact. “If

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10 Big Data Examples Showing The Great Value of Smart Analytics In Real Life At Restaurants, Bars, and Casinos

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While these industries are traditionally slow in adopting new innovations, there are some front-runners that are leading the pack. Then, they can use this data to create specials that take advantage of customer behavior. The next of our examples of companies using big data applies to restaurants. What’s the motive?

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Information Systems Careers Are the New Frontier of Big Data

Smart Data Collective

One of the greatest innovations in the history of the world, is the invention of the printing press, in 1438. We have many dedicated information professionals to thank for the innovations that we have seen in big data technology. You will also need to understand the different types of data technology and use them to your advantage.

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Cinco de Mayo Provides a Platform for Brand Offerings

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And this popular holiday is extremely advantageous for businesses: 59% of Americans eat tacos on Cinco De Mayo Sales of beer alone on Cinco de Mayo can reach a staggering $600 million , surpassing the Super Bowl and St. Patrick’s Day. The franchise is giving away an impressive 3,120 burritos!

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Why adaptability is the new digital transformation

CIO

Under the aegis of digital transformation, IT initiatives have become more customer-centric, with a greater emphasis on people, not technology — all in an effort to redefine how the organization operates and to ensure it can keep up with the pace of change, capable of dealing with challenges and taking advantage of opportunities as they arise.