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Data Stories: Layoffs and Unions

These data visualizations show seasonality in layoffs, the history of strikes, and Americans’ current attitudes about labor unions.

Case Study: Creating A Visual Dashboard of Forced Labor Around the Globe

The SAS Hackathon winner for 2023 was a group effort. Here’s how the project came about and came together, what data sources it used, who did what (and why), how the team overcame challenges, and what’s ahead for the project.

The Human Factor in AI with Tamilla Triantoro

Tamilla Triantoro, associate professor of business analytics and information systems at Quinnipiac University, discusses the human factor in artificial intelligence.

Data Stories: Mapping Scale and Conveying Size

A good data visualization must be able to convey the scale of its subject to the audience. Check out these examples that compare maps, print out a river, and illustrate the size of the universe.

Data Digest: Data Science and AI Training

Tips for training in data science, the importance of AI skills for businesses, and training employees in new skills.

Harnessing the Power of Diverse Data with Fern Halper

Fern Halper, Ph.D., TDWI vice president and senior research director for advanced analytics, discusses the findings from her new Best Practices Report on harnessing the power of diverse data for business growth.

Data Stories: Untangling Line Charts

Methods for creating legible line charts and understanding Sankey diagrams.

How Edge Analytics Can Deliver the Competitive Edge Your Business Needs

Despite the rapid growth of edge analytics, you may be unsure how to use it to your enterprise’s advantage or how to get the best results from the technology. Here’s what you need to know.

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