July 1, 2014
In this special report we have provided a deeper view into a series of technical tools and capabilities that are powering the next generation of big data analytics. From the pipes and platforms to the analytical interfaces and data management tools, we hope to help you develop a better “ear” to tune into the big data noise with. The goal is to empower you to make strong decisions in a noisy world of options—all of which seem to promise similar end results. Further, by taking apart each of the various instruments, you can understand the distinct elements each brings to the symphony so that when you evaluate or write your own analytical “masterwork” the true sound of each is quick at
hand.