Predictive Analytics (201)

• Unsupervised Learning for Predictive Maintenance using Auto-Encoders - Jan 14, 2021.
  
  This article outlines a machine learning approach to detect and diagnose anomalies in the context of machine maintenance, along with a number of introductory concepts, including: Introduction to machine maintenance; What is predictive maintenance?; ​​​​Approaches for machine diagnosis; Machine diagnosis using machine learning

  Autoencoder, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Maintenance, Unsupervised Learning

• Six Ethical Quandaries of Predictive Policing - Nov 6, 2020.
  
  When predictive machine learning models are applied to real-life scenarios, especially those that directly impact humans, such as cancer detection and other medical-related applications, the risks involved with incorrect predictions carry very high stakes. These risks are also prominent in how machine learning is applied in law enforcement, and serious ethical questions must be considered.

  Bias, Crime, Ethics, Police, Predictive Analytics

• The Potential of Predictive Analytics in Labor Industries - Sep 22, 2020.
  
  Predictive analytics isn't just for white-collar work. Check out these five examples that show its potential in blue-collar jobs and industries as well.

  Automotive, Industry, Maintenance, Predictive Analytics, Use Cases

• The Maslow’s hierarchy your data science team needs - Sep 15, 2020.
  
  Domino Data Lab was announced as a leader for the second year in a row in the recently released “Forrester Wave™: Notebook-based Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning (PAML), Q3 2020” analyst report. True to our data science roots, we’ve built a Maslow’s hierarchy of data science team needs.

  Data Science Team, Domino, Forrester, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics

• R squared Does Not Measure Predictive Capacity or Statistical Adequacy - Jul 31, 2020.
  
  The fact that R-squared shouldn't be used for deciding if you have an adequate model is counter-intuitive and is rarely explained clearly. This demonstration overviews how R-squared goodness-of-fit works in regression analysis and correlations, while showing why it is not a measure of statistical adequacy, so should not suggest anything about future predictive performance.

  Predictive Analytics, Regression, Statistics

• Customer Churn Prediction: A Global Performance Study - May 13, 2020.
  
  This article details an automated machine-learned approach to predict customer churn and its results across selected communication service providers around the globe.

  Churn, Customer Analytics, Predictive Analytics

• Proptech and the proper use of technology for house sales prediction - Aug 22, 2019.
  
  Using the ATTOM dataset, we extracted data on sales transactions in the USA, loans, and estimated values of property. We developed an optimal prediction model from correlations in the time and status of ownership as well as the time of the year of sales fluctuations.

  Feature Selection, Predictive Analytics, Real Estate

• Big Data for Insurance - Jul 18, 2019.
  
  The insurance industry has always been quite conservative; however, the adoption of new technologies is not just a modern trend but a necessity to maintain the competitive pace. In the modern digital era, Big Data technologies help to process vast amounts of information, increase workflow efficiency, and reduce operational costs. Learn more about the benefits of Big Data for insurance from our material.

  Analytics, Big Data, Insurance, Predictive Analytics

• How Data Science Is Used Within the Film Industry - Jul 5, 2019.
  
  As Data Science is becoming pervasive across so many industries, Hollywood is certainly not being left behind. Learn about how Big Data, analytics, and AI are now core drivers of the movies we watch and how we watch them.

  Data Science, Industry, Marketing, Movies, Predictive Analytics, Recommender Systems

• Top 8 Data Science Use Cases in Construction - Jul 5, 2019.
  
  This article considers several of the most efficient and productive data science use cases in the construction industry.

  Optimization, Predictive Analytics, Product Analytics, Risk Analytics, Use Cases

• 6 Industries Warming up to Predictive Analytics and Forecasting - May 22, 2019.
  
  Here are six sectors that are realizing how beneficial predictive analytics could be, embracing the possibilities of valuable insights extracted from such technology.

  Forecasting, Industries, Predictive Analytics

• Network with Google, Intel, Facebook, LinkedIn & more - Mar 27, 2019.
  
  The Predictive Analytics Innovation Summit takes place Apr 29 & 30 in San Diego. Secure your place at this must-attend event for data professionals today and deep-dive into a new era of AI and data strategy.

  CA, Facebook, Google, Innovation, Intel, LinkedIn, Predictive Analytics, San Diego

• Predictive Analytics Innovation Summit, April 29-30, San Diego - Mar 21, 2019.
  
  This summit is a must-attend event for data professionals, providing a deep-dive into a new era of AI and data strategy.

  IE Group, Predictive Analytics, San Diego, Summit

• Jump-start your data science career - Jan 15, 2019.
  
  Build statistical and analytical expertise as well as the management and leadership skills necessary to implement high-level, data-driven decisions in Northwestern’s online Master of Science in Data Science program. Apply now!

  Data Science, MS in Data Science, Northwestern, Online Education, Predictive Analytics

• FM Global: Senior Data Scientist — Predictive Analytics [Johnston, RI] - Jan 15, 2019.
  
  FM Global is seeking a Senior Data Scientist — Predictive Analytics in Johnston, RI, to focus on translating business needs into analytics, interpretation of analytics into business applications, advanced technologies and artificial intelligence solutions.

  Data Scientist, FM Global, Johnston, Predictive Analytics, RI

• Dr. Data Show Video: Five Reasons Computers Predict When You’ll Die - Dec 8, 2018.
  
  Death prediction is a very morbid topic indeed — but a very practical one. So how does it work? What technological sorcery is at play? And how accurate is it? And, gee whiz, what's it used for?

  Data Science, Eric Siegel, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• KDnuggets™ News 18:n44, Nov 21: What is the Best Python IDE for Data Science?; Anticipating the next move in data science - Nov 21, 2018.
  
  Also: Mastering The New Generation of Gradient Boosting; Top 10 Python Data Science Libraries; Predictive Analytics in 2018: Salaries & Industry Shifts; Sorry I didn't get that! How to understand what your users want; Best Deals in Deep Learning Cloud Providers: From CPU to GPU to TPU

  Cloud, Data Science, Gradient Boosting, Interpretability, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Python

• Predictive Analytics in 2018: Salaries & Industry Shifts - Nov 19, 2018.
  
  Highlights from Burtch Works Study: Salaries of Predictive Analytics Professionals include: salaries remain steady, which industries pay the most, and which industries are attracting more analytics professionals.

  Burtch Works, Hiring, Jobs, Predictive Analytics, Salary

• Dr. Data Show Video: What the Hell Does “Data Science” Really Mean? - Nov 10, 2018.
  
  The latest episode of the Dr. Data Show answers the question, "What the hell is data science?"

  Data Science, Eric Siegel, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• Dr. Data Show Video: How Can You Trust AI? - Oct 20, 2018.
  
  This new web series breaks the mold for data science infotainment, captivating the planet with short webisodes that cover the very best of machine learning and predictive analytics.

  AI, Eric Siegel, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World, Trust

• Dr. Data Show Video: Why Machine Learning Is the Coolest Science - Oct 1, 2018.
  
  This new web series breaks the mold for data science infotainment, captivating the planet with short webisodes that cover the very best of machine learning and predictive analytics.

  Eric Siegel, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• What If the Data Tells You to Be Racist? When Algorithms Explicitly Penalize - Sep 26, 2018.
  
  Without the right precautions, machine learning — the technology that drives risk-assessment in law enforcement, as well as hiring and loan decisions — explicitly penalizes underprivileged groups.

  Algorithms, Bias, Crime, Predictive Analytics

• The Forrester Wave™: Notebook-Based Predictive Analytics And Machine Learning Solutions, Q3 2018 - Sep 5, 2018.
  
  Read this report to understand the top nine Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning solution providers in the market, and Forrester's 24-criteria evaluation of their strengths and weaknesses.

  Domino, Forrester, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics

• The Industries That Can Benefit Most From Predictive Analytics - Jul 26, 2018.
  
  Predictive analytics are useful for doing all those things and more, and could increase the overall competitiveness of individual companies or entire sectors.

  Industries, Predictive Analytics

• The Statistics of Gang Violence - Jun 6, 2018.
  
  For Carlos Carcach, Professor & Director, Center for Public Policy at the Escuela Superior de Economía y Negocios (ESEN) in Santa Tecla, El Salvador, gangs are an object of intellectual curiosity and the subject of his research.

  Certificate, Data Science, El Salvador, Predictive Analytics, Statistics, Statistics.com

• PAW Interview: Spectrum Cable Lays Fiber with Predictive Analytics – Last Call to Register - May 29, 2018.
  
  In anticipation of his upcoming conference presentation at Predictive Analytics World for Business Las Vegas, June 3-7, we asked Nishant Sharma, Director, Predictive Analytics at Charter Communications, a few questions about his work in predictive analytics.

  Las Vegas, NV, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• Low Prices for Mega-PAW End Friday – Predictive Analytics World & Deep Learning World in Vegas - Apr 23, 2018.
  
  This Friday, April 27 is the regular pricing deadline for Mega-PAW 2018, June 3-7 in Las Vegas. Don't miss your chance to save up to $450.00 when you register for the 2018 event.

  Deep Learning, Las Vegas, NV, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• Carfax: Statistician, Predictive Analytics - Mar 30, 2018.
  
  Seeking a Statistician, Predictive Analytics to maintain and enhance existing models by adding new features and incorporating new modeling techniques, and conduct R&D work to develop new predictive models that can be deployed within CARFAX products.

  Carfax, Centreville, Predictive Analytics, Statistician, VA

• 8 Common Pitfalls That Can Ruin Your Prediction - Mar 21, 2018.
  
  A good prediction can help your work and make it easier. But how can you be sure that your prediction is good? Here are some common pitfalls that you should avoid.

  Advice, Data Science, Outliers, Overfitting, Predictive Analytics

• Justice Can’t Be Colorblind: How to Fight Bias with Predictive Policing - Feb 28, 2018.
  
  Predictive policing uncovers racial inequity, which it threatens to perpetuate - but, if we turn things around, it also presents an unprecedented opportunity to advance social justice.

  Bias, Crime, Police, Predictive Analytics

• Predictive Analytics World Agendas Are Live—PAW Business & PAW Financial, June in Vegas - Jan 22, 2018.
  
  The agenda is live for Predictive Analytics World for Business and Predictive Analytics World for Financial Services Las Vegas — June 3-7, 2018 at Caesars Palace — and we wanted to make sure that you are the first to know.

  Las Vegas, NV, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• Pick Up New Skills – 8 Full-Day Workshops at Predictive Analytics World this June in Vegas - Jan 15, 2018.
  
  In 2018, there will be only one PAW. Pick Up New Skills at Predictive Analytics World Workshops, Las Vegas, June 2018.

  Las Vegas, NV, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• New E-learning course: Profit-driven Business Analytics - Jan 8, 2018.
  
  The e-learning course on profit-driven business analytics presents a toolbox of advanced analytical approaches that support subsequent cost-optimal decision making.

  Bart Baesens, Business Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Online Education, Predictive Analytics, Profit

• 2 Machine Learning-related domain names for sale: Trendr.com and Predictive.ly - Oct 31, 2017.
  
  Trendr.com is a great brand for companies performing any data analysis on trends. Predictive.ly is a perfect brand for a predictive analytics, machine learning, or data science company.

  Predictive Analytics, Trends

• Speak at Predictive Analytics World’s 2018 Mega-Event in Las Vegas - Oct 30, 2017.
  
  Predictive Analytics World 2018 will be the largest PAW event to date. Don't miss your chance to speak at Predictive Analytics World's Mega-Event at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, June 4-8, 2018. Apply now!

  Las Vegas, NV, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• Your Complete Guide to Predictive Analytics World – Oct 29-Nov 2 in New York City - Oct 23, 2017.
  
  Predictive Analytics World for Business is slated for Oct 29-Nov 2 in New York City. See for yourself precisely how Fortune 500 analytics competitors and other top practitioners deploy predictive modeling and machine learning, and the kind of business results they achieve.

  New York City, NY, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• 4 Major Trends Influencing the 2017 Predictive Analytics Hiring Market - Oct 17, 2017.
  
  We examine the implications of trends in hiring market, including the growth of quantitative Initiatives, blurring of the lines between Predictive Analytics and Data Science Professionals, and more .

  Burtch Works, Data Science, Hiring, Predictive Analytics, Trends

• Predicting State Healthcare Quality – at Predictive Analytics World Healthcare – Oct 29 – Nov 2 - Oct 16, 2017.
  
  In anticipation of his upcoming conference presentation at Predictive Analytics World for Healthcare in New York, Oct 29–Nov 2, we asked Feras Batarseh, Research Assistant Professor, George Mason University a few questions about incorporating predictive analytics into healthcare.

  Health, Healthcare, New York City, NY, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• Using Machine Learning to Predict and Explain Employee Attrition - Oct 4, 2017.
  
  Employee attrition (churn) is a major cost to an organization. We recently used two new techniques to predict and explain employee turnover: automated ML with H2O and variable importance analysis with LIME.

  Churn, H2O, HR, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Workforce Analytics

• Understanding Machine Learning Algorithms - Oct 3, 2017.
  
  Machine learning algorithms aren’t difficult to grasp if you understand the basic concepts. Here, a SAS data scientist describes the foundations for some of today’s popular algorithms.

  Algorithms, Ensemble Methods, Gradient Boosting, Machine Learning, Neural Networks, Predictive Analytics, random forests algorithm, SVM

• Exclusives from The Predictive Analytics Times – “Everybody Lies” Book Excerpt - Sep 19, 2017.
  
  Subscribe to The Predictive Analytics Times, the premier resource that delivers timely, and find a PAW event that will fit your calendar and specific needs. Sign up with code PATIMES17 for 15% off two day and combo passes.

  Eric Siegel, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• Northwestern online MS in Predictive Analytics - Sep 14, 2017.
  
  This program will ground you in both statistical concepts and practical application and help you develop the skills needed for a rewarding career in Analytics and Data Science.

  MS in Analytics, Northwestern, Online Education, Predictive Analytics

• How Booking.com’s data scientist uses predictive analytics – PAW interview - Sep 6, 2017.
  
  Lukas Vermeer will speak at the upcoming Predictive Analytics World for Business, 11-12 October in London. His Keynote will focus on new perspectives on the Data Science challenges we face today.

  Booking.com, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• World class keynote speakers at Predictive Analytics World Healthcare, Oct in New York - Aug 22, 2017.
  
  Predictive Analytics World for Healthcare in NYC, Oct 29-Nov 2, brings together the leading experts on core analytical and machine learning techniques for healthcare.

  Healthcare, New York City, NY, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• Four Deep Track Themes at Predictive Analytics World, Oct in New York - Aug 21, 2017.
  
  Predictive Analytics World for Business New York’s (Oct. 29-Nov. 2) rich program of brand name case studies and industry leaders covers deployed machine learning — across these topics: business, tech, marketing, and case studies.

  New York City, NY, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• Build a Path to Predictive Analytics with Big Squid & Looker, Aug 24 - Aug 17, 2017.
  
  Big Squid offers a Predictive Analytics Platform that uses automated Machine Learning to take your Looker investment from real-time data and insights to forward-looking action and impact. Learn more on Aug 24.

  Automated Machine Learning, Looker, Predictive Analytics

• The Rise of GPU Databases - Aug 17, 2017.
  
  The recent but noticeable shift from CPUs to GPUs is mainly due to the unique benefits they bring to sectors like AdTech, finance, telco, retail, or security/IT . We examine where GPU databases shine.

  Big Data, Database, GPU, Predictive Analytics, SQL, SQream

• Harness Big Data with one-on-one Online Predictive Analytics Course from OSU - Aug 7, 2017.
  
  Find out how to utilize Big Data to make informed, data driven decisions and stay one-step ahead of the competition. Classes start Aug 21 - signup and get a lifetime access to analytics experts.

  Online Education, Oregon State University, Predictive Analytics

• Predictive Data Science in R, Santa Clara, Sep 16 - Jul 28, 2017.
  
  The class lectures include best practices of setting up a data mining project and preprocessing, going through a first sprint in R, using RStudio and packages like data.table, xgboost, trees and neural nets and caret.

  CA, Data Science, Predictive Analytics, R, Santa Clara, SFbayACM, XGBoost

• The 4 Types of Data Analytics - Jul 13, 2017.
  
  We focus on the four types of data analytics we encounter in data science: Descriptive, Diagnostic, Predictive and Prescriptive.
   
   

  Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Hans Rosling, Predictive Analytics, Prescriptive Analytics

• Become a data scientist at Northwestern – online - Jul 11, 2017.
  
  Develop the skills and expertise needed for the fast-growing Data Science field with courses focused on modeling, business management, communications, and IT.

  Master of Science, MS in Analytics, Northwestern, Online Education, Predictive Analytics

• Predictive Analytics Is Taking Over The World - Jul 5, 2017.
  
  Since 2009, Predictive Analytics World has delivered the heart of data science - driving predictive value from data - by featuring the most in-house leading practitioners from brand-name organizations. In 2017, we’ve lined up the best and brightest - and that can include you.

  Berlin, Germany, London, New York City, NY, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World, UK

• For data scientists, now is the time to act; Forrester has insights to help you get started - Jun 27, 2017.
  
  IBM, a leader in 2017 Forrester Wave Report for Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning Solutions, offers data scientists a complete toolkit, including predictive analytics and machine learning capabilities and more.

  Forrester, IBM, IBM DSX, IBM SPSS Modeler, Predictive Analytics

• Predictive Analytics World is back in London! - Jun 26, 2017.
  
  The leading vendor-neutral conference about predictive analytics is holding its seventh annual conference this October 11-12. Once again it's time for all predictive analytics smartest minds to gather and explore all the latest.

  London, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World, UK

• West Coast University: Director of Predictive Analytics - Jun 23, 2017.
  
  Seeking a Director of Predictive Analytics, to collate, report on, and provide interpretation of university metrics (i.e., retention, placement, graduation rates, student learning, room utilization, bad debt reserves, etc.) for administrative decision making and strategic planning.

  CA, Director, Irvine, Predictive Analytics, West Coast University

• Making Sense of Machine Learning - Jun 21, 2017.
  
  Broadly speaking, machine learners are computer algorithms designed for pattern recognition, curve fitting, classification and clustering. The word learning in the term stems from the ability to learn from data.

  Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning

• Live Immersive Predictive Analytics,
  Data Science Experiential Training - Jun 14, 2017.
  
  Successful analytics at the organizational-level starts with immersive, interactive training and goal-driven strategy. TMA’s live online and classroom training spans all skill levels and analytic team roles to build analytic leaders. Seattle in July, Live online in September, and Wash-DC in October.

  DC, Online Education, Predictive Analytics, Seattle, The Modeling Agency, TMA, WA, Washington

• Stay Up-To-Date on Predictive Analytics for Financial in NYC - Jun 13, 2017.
  
  Come see top experts and practitioners present at Predictive Analytics World for Financial this October 29-November 2 in New York City. Minimize risk and multiply returns with data science!

  Finance, New York City, NY, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• The Latest on Predictive Analytics for Financial - Jun 12, 2017.
  
  You know how much value and insight Predictive Analytics World offers and we want you to be among the first to know what’s on tap October 29-November 2, 2017 in New York City.

  Finance, New York City, NY, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• Stay ahead of cyberattacks and fraud with predictive analytics - Jun 6, 2017.
  
  Even as cyber criminals and swindlers step up their game, companies can use predictive analytics to stay ahead. Discover the full scope of IBM SPSS predictive analytics capabilities.

  Fraud analytics, Fraud Detection, IBM, Insurance, Predictive Analytics

• Predictive Analytics Times – This month’s content - May 29, 2017.
  
  Attend the leading event for predictive analytics case studies, expertise, and resources. With conferences strategically scheduled around the globe, you are sure to find a PAW event that will fit your calendar and specific needs. Sign up with code PATIMES17 for 15% off two day and combo passes.

  Berlin, Chicago, Germany, IL, London, New York City, NY, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World, UK

• Live Immersive Predictive Analytics and Data Science Experiential Training. - May 24, 2017.
  
  Successful analytics at the organizational-level starts with immersive, interactive training and goal-driven strategy. TMA’s live online and classroom training spans all skill levels and analytic team roles to build analytic leaders. Live Online in June, Seattle in July and Wash-DC in October.

  DC, Online Education, Predictive Analytics, Seattle, The Modeling Agency, TMA, WA, Washington

• Webinar: Predictive Analytics, Failure to Launch, May 16, June 14 - May 10, 2017.
  
  Learn how to get started with predictive modeling and overcome strategic and tactical limitations that cause data mining projects to fall short of their potential. Next webinars are May 16 and June 14.

  Failure to Launch, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA

• DataRobot Webinar, June 6: How Automated Machine Learning is Transforming the Predictive Analytics Landscape - May 2, 2017.
  
  Built for speed and scalability, DataRobot radically reduces the time of data science projects - from data to deployment, enabling organizations to bring products to market and react to changing conditions faster. Learn more in June 6 webinar and live demo.

  Automated Data Science, Automated Machine Learning, DataRobot, Predictive Analytics

• Live Immersive Predictive Analytics &
  Data Science Experiential Training - Apr 26, 2017.
  
  Successful analytics at the organizational-level starts with immersive, interactive training and goal-driven strategy. TMA’s live online and classroom training spans all skill levels and analytic team roles to build analytic leaders. Live Online in May and September, Seattle in July and Wash-DC in October.

  DC, Online Education, Predictive Analytics, Seattle, The Modeling Agency, TMA, WA, Washington

• Webinar: Predictive Analytics, Failure to Launch – May 16 - Apr 26, 2017.
  
  Learn how to get started with predictive modeling and overcome strategic and tactical limitations that cause data mining projects to fall short of their potential. Next webinar is May 16.

  Failure to Launch, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA

• How Automated ML is Transforming the Predictive Analytics Landscape - Apr 24, 2017.
  
  Learn how DataRobot automates predictive modeling, and how our platform can deliver these same types of insights and a substantial productivity boost to your machine learning endeavors, on Tuesday, May 2nd at 1:00 pm ET.

  Automated Data Science, Automated Machine Learning, DataRobot, Predictive Analytics

• Forrester vs Gartner on Data Science Platforms and Machine Learning Solutions - Apr 14, 2017.
  
  Who leads in Data Science, Machine Learning, and Predictive Analytics? We compare the latest Forrester and Gartner reports for this industry for 2017 Q1, identify gainers and losers, and strong leaders vs contenders.

  Data Science Platform, Forrester, Gartner, IBM, Knime, Machine Learning, Mike Gualtieri, Predictive Analytics, RapidMiner, SAS

• Make Analytics Pay with Live Immersive Training. - Apr 5, 2017.
  
  Successful analytics starts with immersive, interactive training and goal-driven strategy. TMA’s live online and classroom training spans all skill levels and analytic team roles to build analytic leaders. Washington, DC in April, Live Online in May and Seattle in July.

  DC, Online Education, Predictive Analytics, Seattle, The Modeling Agency, TMA, WA, Washington

• Webinar: Predictive Analytics, Failure to Launch – Apr 13 - Mar 29, 2017.
  
  Learn how to get started with predictive modeling and overcome strategic and tactical limitations that cause data mining projects to fall short of their potential. Next webinar is Apr 13.

  Failure to Launch, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA

• Make Analytics Pay with Live Immersive Training - Mar 23, 2017.
  
  Successful analytics starts with immersive, interactive training and goal-driven strategy. TMA’s live online and classroom training spans all skill levels and analytic team roles to build analytic leaders. Washington, DC in April, Live Online in May and Seattle in July.

  DC, Online Education, Predictive Analytics, Seattle, The Modeling Agency, TMA, WA, Washington

• Webinar: Predictive Analytics: Failure to Launch – Apr 13 - Mar 22, 2017.
  
  Learn how to get started with predictive modeling and overcome strategic and tactical limitations that cause data mining projects to fall short of their potential. Next webinar is Apr 13.

  Failure to Launch, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA

• Make Analytics Pay | Live Immersive Training. - Mar 15, 2017.
  
  Successful analytics starts with immersive, interactive training and goal-driven strategy. TMA’s live online and classroom training spans all skill levels and analytic team roles to build analytic leaders. Washington, DC in April, Live Online in May and Seattle in July.

  DC, Online Education, Predictive Analytics, Seattle, The Modeling Agency, TMA, WA, Washington

• Predictive Analytics World Chicago Speaker Highlights - Mar 13, 2017.
  
  Predictive Analytics World comes to Chicago, June 19-22. Yes, it has a stellar agenda, but there are some things you did not know about the wonderful line-up of speakers coming. Read this for more!

  Chicago, IL, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• PAW New York – Speaker Proposal Deadline March 21 - Mar 10, 2017.
  
  Since 2009, Predictive Analytics World has been the leading commercial event for advanced analytics and machine learning, and 2017 is YOUR year to become a speaker. Apply to speak Oct 29-Nov 2 at Predictive Analytics World Events in New York.

  New York City, NY, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• Keynotes announced for PAW San Francisco, May 14-18 - Mar 6, 2017.
  
  Join the growing crowd at Predictive Analytics World (May 14-18 in San Francisco) to take advantage of the potential of predictive analytics. Keynote speaker line-up has been announced.

  CA, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World, San Francisco

• Data Science at Northwestern - Mar 2, 2017.
  
  Online MS in Predictive Analytics prepares students for rewarding careers by training in data science, modeling, business management, communications, and information technology. Summer application deadline is April 15.

  Data Science Education, Master of Science, Northwestern, Online Education, Predictive Analytics

• Learn about modeling methods at PAW Chicago, Jun 19-22 - Feb 27, 2017.
  
  Predictive Analytics World Business is coming to Chicago Jun 19-22, featuring advanced predictive modeling methods. Register by March 10 for super early bird rates.

  Chicago, IL, Modeling, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World

• KDnuggets™ News 17:n05, Feb 8: Identifying Better Predictors; 5 Career Paths in Big Data, Data Science Explained - Feb 8, 2017.
  
  Identifying Variables That Might Be Better Predictors; 5 Career Paths in Big Data and Data Science, Explained; 5 Free Courses for Getting Started in Artificial Intelligence; 3 practical thoughts on why deep learning performs so well

  AI, Big Data, Career, Data Science, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, R Packages

• Identifying Variables That Might Be Better Predictors - Feb 2, 2017.
  
  This blog serves to expand on the approach that the data science team uses to identify (and quantify) which variables and metrics are better predictors of performance.

  Data Science, Feature Selection, Prediction, Predictive Analytics

• Bringing Business Clarity To CRISP-DM - Jan 24, 2017.
  
  Many analytic projects fail to understand the business problem they are trying to solve. Correctly applying decision modeling in the Business Understanding phase of CRISP-DM brings clarity to the business problem.

  CRISP-DM, Data Mining, Data Science, Decision Modeling, Methodology, Predictive Analytics

• Predictive Analytics. Max Results. Min Time. - Jan 23, 2017.
  
  Successful analytics in the big data era does not start with data and software, but with immersive, interactive training and goal-driven strategy. TMA’s live online and classroom training spans all skill levels and analytic team roles to build analytic leaders. Live Online in February; Dubai U.A.E in March; or Washington, DC in April.

  DC, Dubai, Online Education, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA, Washington

• The Top Predictive Analytics Pitfalls to Avoid - Jan 23, 2017.
  
  Predictive modelling and machine learning are significantly contributing to business, but they can be very sensitive to data and changes in it, which makes it very important to use proper techniques and avoid pitfalls in building data science models.

  Bias, Machine Learning, Model Performance, Predictive Analytics, Regularization, Statistics

• Webinar: Predictive Analytics: Failure to Launch – Feb 14 - Jan 19, 2017.
  
  Learn how to get started with predictive modeling and overcome strategic and tactical limitations that cause data mining projects to fall short of their potential. Next webinar is Feb 14.

  Failure to Launch, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA

• Predictive Analytics World San Francisco – Early Bird ends Soon - Jan 13, 2017.
  
  Predictive Analytics World for Business is heading to San Francisco this Spring. The deadline to save with Super Early Bird rates is around the corner, but act today and save an additional $150 using discount code KDN150.

  CA, PAW, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Analytics World, San Francisco

• Big Data and the Internet of Things don’t make business smarter, Analytics and Data Science do - Jan 12, 2017.
  
  Big Data does not convert data into actionable information. Big Data does not create value. But Data Science does, and it does not have to be complex or expensive, or even big.

  Big Data, Business, Data Science, IoT, Michael O'Connell, Predictive Analytics

• Sound Data Science: Avoiding the Most Pernicious Prediction Pitfall - Jan 5, 2017.
  
  Data science and predictive analytics can provide huge value, but they can mislead and backfire if not used with fail-safe measures. The author gives examples of such problems and provides guidelines to avoid them.

  Advice, Data Science, Model Performance, Overfitting, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Modeling

• Fundamentals of Machine Learning for Predictive Data Analytics, Dublin, 21-23 March, 2017 - Jan 4, 2017.
  
  Based on the trainers book, this course presents a detailed and focused treatment of the most important machine learning approaches used in predictive data analytics, covering both theoretical concepts and practical applications.

  Applications, Dublin, Ireland, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Training

• Global Predictive Analytics and Data Management Forum, Milan, February 2-3, 2017 - Jan 2, 2017.
  
  The forum is a cross industry, vendor-neutral event where global senior speakers will present case studies, share their expertise in predictive analytics, data management, and digital transformation of their companies. Register by Jan 20 to get 20% off.

  Forum, Italy, Milan, Predictive Analytics

• 3rd Annual Global Predictive Analytics Conference, Santa Clara, March 27-29 – KDnuggets Offer - Dec 20, 2016.
  
  Global Predictive Analytics Conference emphasizes sharing real world experiences, creating a balanced big predictive analytics team, new methods used across multiple industry verticals, and more. Use code KDNUGGETS to save.

  CA, Global Big Data Conference, Predictive Analytics, Santa Clara

• Data Science, Predictive Analytics Main Developments in 2016 and Key Trends for 2017 - Dec 13, 2016.
  
  Key themes included the polling failures in 2016 US Elections, Deep Learning, IoT, greater focus on value and ROI, and increasing adoption of predictive analytics by the "masses" of industry.
   
  

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  2017 Predictions, Data Science, John Elder, Kirk D. Borne, Predictive Analytics, Tom Davenport

• Forecast Your Future With Analytics Insights From Google, Bloomberg & others - Dec 13, 2016.
  
  What are the top AI & Machine Learning trends for 2017? Join the Predictive Analytics Innovation Summit in San Diego on Feb 22 & 23, 2017, to find out everything you need to know about Real-time Machine Learning algorithms, developing strong data-driven cultures and more!

  Bloomberg, CA, Google, IE Group, Innovation, Predictive Analytics, San Diego

• Predictive Analytics for the Enterprise - Dec 8, 2016.
  
  Data science success in the big data era does not start with data and software. Organizations intent upon being data-driven leaders start with immersive live training and transformative strategy.

  Online Education, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA, Washington

• Webinar: Predictive Analytics: Failure to Launch – Dec 14 - Dec 6, 2016.
  
  Learn how to get started with predictive modeling and overcome strategic and tactical limitations that cause data mining projects to fall short of their potential. Next webinar is Dec 14.

  Failure to Launch, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA

• Online Master of Science in Predictive Analytics. - Dec 1, 2016.
  
  Build hot skills for the growing analytics field, learn key statistical concepts and practical applications from distinguished Northwestern faculty and industry experts and prepare for leadership level career. Spring application deadline Jan 15.

  Master of Science, MS in Analytics, Northwestern, Online Education, Predictive Analytics

• Predictive Analytics.
  Max Results. Min Time. - Nov 29, 2016.
  
  Successful analytics in the big data era does not start with data and software, but with immersive hands-on training and goal-driven strategy. Get this training with TMA courseware, which spans all skill levels and analytic team roles. Live Online in January or in Wash-DC in April.

  DC, Online Education, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA, Washington

• Webinar: Predictive Analytics: Failure to Launch [Dec 14] - Nov 28, 2016.
  
  Learn how to get started with predictive modeling and overcome strategic and tactical limitations that cause data mining projects to fall short of their potential. Next webinar is Dec 14.

  Failure to Launch, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA

• Transform the Future with Predictive Analytics - Nov 10, 2016.
  
  Visit SAP resource center to learn how to accelerate decisions with automated predictive techniques and results, deploy and manage thousands of predictive data sets and test-drive a fully functional copy of SAP BusinessObjects Predictive Analytics software.

  Automation, Predictive Analytics, SAP, SAP BusinessObjects

• Using Predictive Algorithms to Track Real Time Health Trends - Nov 4, 2016.
  
  How to build a real-time health dashboard for tracking a person blood pressure readings, do time series analysis, and then graph the trends over time using predictive algorithms.

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  Algorithms, Health, Predictive Analytics, Real-time

• How Can Lean Six Sigma Help Machine Learning? - Nov 1, 2016.
  
  The data cleansing phase alone is not sufficient to ensure the accuracy of the machine learning, when noise / bias exists in input data. The lean six sigma variance reduction can improve the accuracy of machine learning results.

  Data Cleaning, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Statistics

• SAP: Reimagine Predictive Analytics for the Digital Enterprise – free download - Oct 25, 2016.
  
  Find out how SAP can bring a new level of predictive analytics capabilities to your organization, and get a fully functional version of SAP BusinessObjects Predictive Analytics software for 30 days - free download.

  Enterprise, free download, Predictive Analytics, SAP

• Webinar: Predictive Analytics: Failure to Launch [Oct 13] - Oct 11, 2016.
  
  Learn how to get started with predictive modeling and overcome strategic and tactical limitations that cause data mining projects to fall short of their potential. Next webinar is Oct 13.

  Failure to Launch, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA

• Predictive Analytics.
  Max Results. Min Time. - Oct 7, 2016.
  
  Successful analytics in the big data era does not start with data and software, but with immersive hands-on training and goal-driven strategy. Get this training with TMA courseware, which spans all skill levels and analytic team roles - Wash-DC in October or Live Online in November.

  DC, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA, Washington

• The Coronation of Predictive Analytics: A Four-Year Retrospective - Oct 6, 2016.
  
  The highlights from The Burtch Works Study: Salaries of Predictive Analytics Professionals 2016, which examines updated compensation and demographic data on over 1,200 analytics professionals across the US.

  Burtch Works, Data Scientist, Hiring, Predictive Analytics

• 9 Bizarre and Surprising Insights from Data Science - Oct 5, 2016.
  
  The petabytes of information currently available to analysts amounts to a boundless playing field of possible truths.

  Correlation, Data Science, Eric Siegel, Predictive Analytics, Research

• Online Master of Science in Predictive Analytics - Sep 29, 2016.
  
  Build hot skills for the growing analytics field, learn key statistical concepts and practical applications from distinguished Northwestern faculty and industry experts and prepare for leadership level career. Winter application deadline Oct 15.

  Master of Science, MS in Analytics, Northwestern, Online Education, Predictive Analytics

• Brainwaves hackathon on Machine Learning - Sep 28, 2016.
  
  This hackathon aims at attracting top developers for a 30-hour build session focused on Machine Learning. The first qualifying event will be held online in October.

  Data Science, Hackathon, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics

• Neural Designer: Predictive Analytics Software - Sep 26, 2016.
  
  Neural Designer advanced neural network algorithms, combined with a simple user interface and fast performance, make it a great tool for data scientists. Download free 15-day trial version.

  Classification, CUDA, Forecasting, GPU, Neural Networks, Predictive Analytics

• Predictive Analytics.
  Max Results. Min Time. - Sep 13, 2016.
  
  Successful analytics in the big data era does not start with data and software. It starts with immersive hands-on training, and goal-driven strategy. Get this training with TMA courseware, which spans all skill levels and analytic team roles - Wash-DC in October or Live Online in November.

  DC, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA, Washington

• A Tutorial on the Expectation Maximization (EM) Algorithm - Aug 25, 2016.
  
  This is a short tutorial on the Expectation Maximization algorithm and how it can be used on estimating parameters for multi-variate data.

  Clustering, Data Science, Data Science Education, Predictive Analytics, Statistics

• Predictive Analytics. Max Results. Min Time. - Aug 23, 2016.
  
  Successful analytics in the big data era does not start with data and software. It starts with immersive hands-on training, and goal-driven strategy. Get this training with TMA courseware, which spans all skill levels and analytic team roles - Wash-DC in October or Live Online in November.

  DC, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA, Washington

• Big Data Key Terms, Explained - Aug 11, 2016.
  
  Just getting started with Big Data, or looking to iron out the wrinkles in your current understanding? Check out these 20 Big Data-related terms and their concise definitions.

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  3Vs of Big Data, Apache Spark, Big Data, Business Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Data Warehouse, Explained, Hadoop, Key Terms, Predictive Analytics

• Webinar: Predictive Analytics: Failure to Launch [Aug 16] - Aug 2, 2016.
  
  Learn how to get started with predictive modeling and overcome strategic and tactical limitations that cause data mining projects to fall short of their potential. Next webinar is August 16.

  Failure to Launch, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA

• And the Winner is… Stepwise Regression - Aug 1, 2016.
  
  This post evaluates several methods for automating the feature selection process in large-scale linear regression models and show that for marketing applications the winner is Stepwise regression.

  Automated Data Science, Feature Selection, Linear Regression, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics

• Online Master of Science in Predictive Analytics - Jul 19, 2016.
  
  Build in-demand skills for the growing analytics field with the Northwestern University Master of Science in Predictive Analytics degree, completely online.

  Master of Science, MS in Analytics, Northwestern, Predictive Analytics

• Predictive Analytics Introductory Key Terms, Explained - Jul 18, 2016.
  
  Here is a collection of introductory predictive analytics terms and concepts, presented for the newcomer in a straight-forward, no frills definition style.

  Book, Eric Siegel, Explained, Key Terms, Predictive Analytics

• TMA Predictive Analytics and Data Mining Training – Live Online, August - Jul 12, 2016.
  
  Successful analytics in the big data era does not start with data and software, but with hands-on, immersive training and goal-driven strategy - get it from The Modeling Agency online in August.

  Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA, Training

• Webinar: Predictive Analytics: Failure to Launch [July 14] - Jul 12, 2016.
  
  Learn how to get started with predictive modeling and overcome strategic and tactical limitations that cause data mining projects to fall short of their potential. Next webinar is July 14.

  Failure to Launch, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA

• New Book: Effective CRM using Predictive Analytics – get 20% discount - Jul 11, 2016.
  
  A comprehensive step-by-step guide to designing, setting up, executing and deploying data mining techniques in marketing. Use code VBM93 for 20% discount.

  Book, CRM, Predictive Analytics, Wiley

• Standards-based Deployment of Predictive Analytics - Jun 21, 2016.
  
  Using a standards-based approach to deploy predictive analytics on operational systems from mainframes to Hadoop.

  Deployment, James Taylor, Predictive Analytics, Standards, White Paper, Zementis

• Webinar: Predictive Analytics: Failure to Launch [June 8] - Jun 7, 2016.
  
  Learn how to get started with predictive modeling and overcome strategic and tactical limitations that cause data mining projects to fall short of their potential. Next webinar is June 8.

  Failure to Launch, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA

• SAP Predictive Analytics Interview with Sven Bauszus - May 26, 2016.
  
  I talk with Sven Bauszus, SAP Predictive Analytics global leader, about their main products in Business and Predictive Analytics and Big Data space, analytics maturity by industry, the automation of Data Science, and "citizen" Data Scientists.

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  Automated Data Science, In-Memory Computing, Interview, Predictive Analytics, SAP, SAP BusinessObjects, SAP HANA

• Harnessing Open Data Science for Predictive Analytics (Whitepaper) - May 24, 2016.
  
  Discover how Anaconda, the leading Open Data Science platform, enables powerful predictive analytic solutions for enterprises.

  Continuum Analytics, Data Science, Open Data, Predictive Analytics

• Webinar: Predictive Analytics: Failure to Launch [May 10] - May 3, 2016.
  
  Learn how to get started with predictive modeling and overcome strategic and tactical limitations that cause data mining projects to fall short of their potential. Next webinar is May 10.

  Failure to Launch, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA

• TMA Predictive Analytics and Data Mining Training – Washington DC, May 16-20, 23-24 - Apr 21, 2016.
  
  Successful analytics in the big data era does not start with data and software, but with hands-on, immersive training and goal-driven strategy - get it from The Modeling Agency in Washington, DC, May 16-20 and May 23-24.

  DC, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA, Training, Washington

• How IoT is Jeopardizing Your Business Security - Apr 5, 2016.
  
  With the rising wave of IoT devices, businesses everywhere are faced yet with another challenge: to ensure an adequate security level while also continuously integrating new technologies.

  Advanced Analytics, IoT, Predictive Analytics

• Webinar: Predictive Analytics: Failure to Launch [Apr 14] - Apr 5, 2016.
  
  Learn how to get started with predictive modeling and overcome strategic and tactical limitations that cause data mining projects to fall short of their potential. Next webinar is Apr 14.

  Failure to Launch, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA

• TMA Predictive Analytics Data Mining Training – Washington DC, May - Apr 4, 2016.
  
  Successful analytics in the big data era does not start with data and software, but with hands-on, immersive training and goal-driven strategy - get it from The Modeling Agency in Washington, DC, May 16-20 and May 23-24.

  DC, Predictive Analytics, The Modeling Agency, TMA, Training, Washington

• How to Use Cohort Data to Analyze User Behavior - Mar 10, 2016.
  
  In the world of data analysis, cohorts are often pushed aside due to their seemingly complex nature. Learn what this analysis can offer and how to do it.

  CleverTap, Market Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Trends

• Watch the Geek Rap Video – Predictive Analytics Song - Mar 8, 2016.
  
  “PREDICT THIS!” is the first pop song to present analytics content with Gangnam Style humor, and media-blending 80’s throwback visuals. The rapper, formerly known as Dr. Eric Siegel (co-founder of Predictive Analytics World) said, “I only answer to ‘Dr. Data’ now.”

  Eric Siegel, Humor, Music, Predictive Analytics