Document databases refers to a category of NoSQL that represents data in a tree structure, where paths or branches connect data values or leaves. Frequently, document stores use XML and JSON formats stores. There are few practical limits to the number of paths, fields, values, or types of data that can be added to specific […]
Cybersecurity in Cryptocurrency: Risks to Be Considered
Click to learn more about author Ben Hartwig. Blockchain has grown rapidly in recent years, but cryptocurrency is not immune to security attacks. There are still cybersecurity risks to be aware of. Some cryptocurrencies have already been the victim of ransomware attacks and other security breaches by hackers. ZenCash and Ethereum Classic have both lost […]
Data Architecture: One Size Does Not Fit All
There has never been a time when more options were available to stand up a process-driven and/or platform-driven Data Architecture. In recent years, some companies find themselves with an embarrassment of riches, having every tool known to humankind. Using tools à la carte, with a different tool for each solution, works for some organizations. Other […]
How Has the Pandemic Impacted Global Expansion and Talent Strategies?
Click to learn more about author Bob Cahill. One year ago, domestic and global business planning was thrown into confusion virtually overnight as lockdown, remote working, and a growing public health crisis took hold. Today, as vaccination programs gather pace, company leaders are taking stock and beginning to look ahead, many with growing optimism and […]
How Organizations Can Remedy Rushed Digital Transformation Projects
Click to learn more about author Ian Stendera. Last year, the pandemic catapulted organizations across industries into a new world of work seemingly overnight, forcing many to rush digital transformation initiatives to stay afloat against market uncertainties. Because many businesses are still operating under the same or similar circumstances that served as a catalyst for […]
Why Data Privacy Should Be a Core Aspect of Protecting Human Rights
Click to learn more about author Deepak Gupta. The U.N. Declaration of Human Rights recognizes privacy as one of the most basic rights that should be afforded to everyone. But the inherent openness of the internet and the ability of a person to access information from the other side of the globe mean that Data Governance is […]
How is Bad Data Crippling Your Data Analytics?
Some striking evidence of the impact of bad data can be found in fake email IDs, impersonations on social media, or misuse of stolen financial or personal information. The more widespread harm can be caused by bad data in Data Analytics, where anything from the wrong medical diagnosis to incorrect interpretation of stock history can […]
Considerations for Ensuring High Availability of Applications and Data
Click to learn more about author Dave Bermingham. When you think about how best to ensure the high availability (HA) of your applications and data, you need to think about more than just the speed with which you can failover to a standby system if your database suddenly fails. Yes, you should be prepared for full failover […]
A Funding Guide for Data Startups
Click to learn more about author Devansh Sharma. According to research by HBR, venture capitalists (VCs) source deals based on the following pattern: Leads through other VCs, colleagues, work acquaintances: 30% Leads through referrals by other investors: 20% Referrals from existing portfolio companies: 8% Leads through cold emails: 10% Leads from direct contact with entrepreneurs: 30% […]
Data Containers Demystified: A Reliable Data Movement Solution
The Data Management industry has seen a significant rise in the recent interest of data containers. As Cloud Computing has gained popularity, methods for transporting data and its processing instructions, have been investigated, with data containers coming in as a viable a solution. Data containers solve the problem of getting software to run reliably, while […]