One of the coolest things taht we like to write about at Smart Data Collective is how people are using AI to launch new business models. You can already see AI changing crypto banking by speeding up how services are developed and managed. A report from Fortune Business Insights writes that the crypto market is […]
Data is booming, but one critical piece often remains overlooked: the power of location. Understanding the “where” of your data helps you unlock its strategic potential. Location intelligence use cases are nearly endless and aren’t just about mapping. By understanding spatial relationships, you gain previously out-of-reach insights, helping to drive informed decision-making across all levels […]
(Antonio Marca/Shutterstock) When DIRECTV sought to elevate its customer experience to the next level, it shifted its approach to AI adoption. Its leadership implemented a targeted AI solution for predictive routing, which delivered measurable results quickly, including a reduction in average call handle time. Building on its early success, DIRECTV expanded its AI capabilities with voice bot and […]
A shopper goes onto your e-commerce site during the holiday season and types: “Find me a gift for my sister who loves cooking, likes sustainable brands, and has a small kitchen.” In the traditional retail search model, they might get a long list of kitchenware—most of it irrelevant. With AI-powered search, the experience changes entirely. […]
Go beyond theory with our weekly AI digest. Learn how HNSW vector search works, master prompt engineering, and get production tips for LLM evaluati Have you ever wondered what separates a stunning AI demo from a system that truly works at scale? The gap between the two is filled with brilliant algorithms and hard-won engineering […]
In the modern enterprise landscape, data is not just an asset—it’s the foundation for growth, efficiency, and competitive advantage. Organizations today generate massive volumes of structured and unstructured information, but without the right tools and expertise, that data often remains underutilized. This is where specialized firms offering big data development services come in. By combining […]
At Amazon EMR, we constantly listen to our customers’ challenges with running large-scale Amazon EMR HBase deployments. One consistent pain point that kept emerging is unpredictable application behavior due to garbage collection (GC) pauses on HBase. Customers running critical workloads on HBase were experiencing occasional latency spikes due to varying GC pauses, particularly impacting when […]
ATLANTA, AUGUST 18, 2025 – Human resources leaders are facing challenges using technology innovation to their advantage when it comes to attracting, onboarding, and retaining top talent, according to an Equifax Workforce Solutions (NYSE:EFX) survey. The survey polled over 250 HR executives and professionals at the SHRM25 Conference in San Diego (June 29 – July […]
LibreOffice / Elyse Betters Picaro / ZDNET ZDNET’s key takeaways If Windows is your OS of choice, consider these open-source apps. There are tons of open-source apps for just about any task. These are all free to install and use on Windows. Get more in-depth ZDNET tech coverage: Add us as a preferred Google source […]
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping medical manufacturing by improving precision, efficiency, and product consistency. Hospitals and medical device companies rely on stringent standards for equipment and supplies, making AI integration a strategic priority for manufacturers. Predictive Maintenance and Machine Health AI systems enable predictive maintenance that anticipates equipment failures before they occur. Sensors and data […]