The outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic is having a dramatic negative impact on economies in the U.S. and worldwide, and unemployment rates are soaring. Given the economic disruptions, it seems likely that many countries in the global economy will experience a recession .
* * *
To understand what managers are thinking regarding where to go with analytics and data science in the coming year, we reached out to a number of company leaders in one-on-one conversations and reviewed aggregate demand on job boards. Based on what we learned, we think that as organizations scramble to imagine a new COVID-19 economic reality, four factors will determine their decisions on continued investment in analytics and data science.
Were you following this:
Incapital picks head of fixed-income strategy and analytics
Jeffrey Stanley was named senior vice president and head of fixed-income strategy and analytics at fixed-income securities underwriter and distributor Incapital.
The position is new. Based in Boca Raton, Fla., he reports to George Holstead and Laura Elliott , co-heads of fixed income, and Stephen Giles , chief operating officer, a spokesman said.
Mr. Stanley was previously chief operating officer and chief risk officer at financial services holding company D.A. Davidson.
Unite Us Acquires SDoH Data Analytics Company Staple Health - M&A
– Unite Us acquires social determinants of health (SDoH) analytics company Staple Health to greatly expand its valuable predictive data analytics capabilities.
– Predictive analytics and outcome data are essential as Unite Us supports local communities, addressing needs and providing proactive social care infrastructure where it is lacking.
– The acquisition of Staple Health brings 10 years of data experience and a database of 270M individuals, with notable partners including Alliance and Aspenti Health.
Global Wifi Analytics Market Forecast 2020-2028
MARKET INSIGHTS
The WiFi analytics market comprises the use of WiFi networks for the data collection on WiFi-enabled devices such as laptops and smartphones utilizing information, particularly on the device behavior.This information also incorporates data regarding the activities conducted through the WiFi network's internet connection and from areas encompassed by the WiFi-enabled system.
WiFi analytics has become a vital part of companies and major corporations as it helps build detailed customer profiles.Moreover, it also helps cultivate an added understanding of customer behavior, within their setting and venue.
Quite a lot has been going on:
Top Independent Research Firm Recognizes Tiger Analytics as a Leader in Specialized Insights
"As businesses prepare for the aftermath of COVID-19, a couple of things have become clear - the shift to digital and the usage of data to effectively navigate the market and economy. We find ourselves placed right at the center of this transformation. Our investments in the right people, culture, methodologies, technology, and business solutions put us in a great place to help our clients survive and thrive," said Kishor Gummaraju , Chief Customer Officer, Tiger Analytics.
The Forrester report says, "Customer references give Tiger Analytics top scores for all technical categories as well as for data, analytics, and insights delivery, and they suggest only slight improvements possible in business advisory and implementation. References appreciate Tiger's openness to sharing IP, investment in cocreation, and commitment to a culture of partnership.
NIH Launches Analytics Platform to Harness COVID-19 Patient Data to Speed Treatments –
The N3C is funded by the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), part of NIH. The initiative will create an analytics platform to systematically collect clinical, laboratory and diagnostic data from health care provider organizations nationwide.
Having access to a centralized enclave of this magnitude will help researchers and health care providers answer clinically important questions they previously could not, such as, “Can we predict who might need dialysis because of kidney failure?” or “Who might need to be on a ventilator because of lung failure?” and “Are there different patient responses to coronavirus infection that require distinct therapies?”
Inside the growing analytics opportunity -- Washington Technology
Data analytics technology is starting to pay dividends for state and local governments. Vendors in the analytics market have an opportunity to introduce their products to these government decision-makers now, even though budgets may be restricted.
Worldwide use of big data and analytics technologies is experiencing rapid growth. IDC predicts by 2022 the compound annual growth rate will be over 13 percent. In calendar 2019 alone, more than $190 billion was spent worldwide on big data and analytics. State and local government entities are starting to see that same boom as well.
Predictive Analytics Model Forecasts COVID-19 Risk, Outcomes
For more coronavirus updates, visit our resource page , updated twice daily by Xtelligent Healthcare Media.
In a study published in CHEST , the researchers noted that the tool could provide a more scientific approach to testing, which will be essential as the healthcare industry faces increased demands for testing and limited resources.
“As we continue to battle this pandemic and prepare for a potential second wave, understanding a person's risk is the first step in potential care and treatment planning.”
Happening on Twitter
While today's employment data confirms the furloughing scheme has worked on many counts, it confirms the worst fear… https://t.co/zai0aUf5yG KateAndrs Tue Jun 16 18:28:00 +0000 2020
Walmart surpasses eBay in U.S. #ecommerce for the first time, Amazon still tops đź›’ #Retail sales expected to drop 1… https://t.co/Z1c5q4DASE MarshaCollier (from Los Angeles) Tue Jun 16 19:28:02 +0000 2020
No comments:
Post a Comment