Posted on Friday December 25, 2015
One of the biggest, buzziest phrases making the rounds in corporate circles at the moment is "big data". But what does big data actually mean? What is it and, more importantly, what can it do for your business or organization? The good news is that it's not just another tired old buzz word that actually has very little meaning ("pushing the envelope", we're looking at you!) Using big data within your company can actually help you increase profit. Let's take a look at how.
Posted on Wednesday December 23, 2015
In one of the company's most subdued releases, Apple recently unveiled a new smart battery case for its iPhone 6 and 6s. The product promises to help extend your iPhone's battery life, and can give you up to an additional eight hours of Internet use or 10 hours of talk time. But before running out and buying one, read on and see just what you can expect from this new product.
Posted on Wednesday December 23, 2015
We all know that data is valuable. After all, the more we know about the inner workings of our business and how our customers behave, the better. But knowing that data is crucial in helping to move your organization forward, and knowing exactly how to use that information to do so are two very different things. Here are some ways to overcome the hurdles and add real value to your business by harnessing the power of data.
Posted on Tuesday December 22, 2015
While it is highly likely that you have an insurance policy that will cover your small or medium-sized business in the event of a disaster, chances are you don't have business interruption insurance. The majority of smaller companies tend to overlook interruption policies, believing (or at least hoping) that regular insurance will be enough to protect them. But in the face of rising natural disasters, you may want to think again.
Posted on Friday December 18, 2015
Earlier this month, social media platform Twitter alerted a number of its users to the fact that their accounts may have been hacked into by something, or someone, known as a "state-sponsored actor." While a warning of this kind is certainly not unprecedented - for some time now, both Facebook and Google have also been contacting any of their users who they think may have been targeted - it suggests that attacks of this type are becoming more widespread.
Posted on Thursday December 17, 2015
Mobile health applications have been growing in popularity but this doesn't necessarily mean their effectiveness is improving. In fact, doctors have called for greater oversight and regulation when it comes to health apps as many have never been truly tested. A number of these apps also make false claims about benefits in order to get users to download them. Before you pay for, or even download, that new health app, here are a few things you should consider.