Just like a blueprint is used in construction, and a recipe is followed when preparing a meal, there are principles to follow for efficacious software development. These principles boil down to what is usually referred to as a software development methodology. A software development methodology is imperative as it contains procedures that lead to the…
Most people have heard about the Bitcoin. While it is exciting and interesting to talk about the Bitcoin, we are leaving that aside to concentrate on the technology that makes it work – blockchain. Blockchain technology not only underlies Bitcoin and other Cryptocurrencies, but its applications also extend far beyond the digital currencies. From food…
Imagine going to the doctor’s when you are not feeling well. And, instead of the doctor only asking you how you feel and then coming up with a diagnosis based on acquired medical knowledge, he/she does something more – enters your symptoms into a computer that retrieves the most recent and related medical research in…
While the average local business may have a lot less self-generated data than big players such as Amazon or Google, it doesn’t mean that Big Data is completely off limits. In fact, there are a ton of ways that Big Data is better tailored for small business because they are typically agiler and have the…
Some of the world’s greatest technological advancements of the 21st century have not only altered the way that we live our lives but have also affected our healthcare approach. From wearable technology to CT scans, technology fuels medical education, training, and patient-driven solutions. Now we can add the very new and exciting concept of Augmented…
Over the past decade, the growing importance of big data and analytics has earned an attractive place among the general public. The term data science is no longer just a reference used by tech enthusiasts and computer geeks; it is now one of the most innovative and sexiest jobs of the 21st century. The shift…
Over the past decade, it has become conventional wisdom that dramatic advances in both artificial intelligence and robotics will work their way into society as we know it. As consumers, we already recognize the growing shift towards smart thermostats, smart security systems, and smart cars, in an emerging category known as the Internet of Things,…
While the latest cybersecurity news has been flooded with stories of data breaches, unidentifiable hacker groups, ransomware attacks, leaked business data, sensitive voter records, and more, it’s easy to overlook some of the impressive and inherently good advancements we’ve made in 2017. This Thanksgiving I’d like to pause the negative news stories and take a…
Technology is disruptive. Just about every month or so, a new startup raises millions and declares that it is spending some industry or another. Grocery deliveries, ride hailing services, autonomous cars, and trucks, legal advice on demand they’re all turning traditional markets upside down by changing the way we consume goods and services. Read between…
We live in a rapidly-changing always-on digital world. Organizations around the globe are undergoing a rapid digital transformation, relying on data and automated processes to become customer experience focused businesses. However, this opportunity requires the right software infrastructure in place—one that is flexible and scalable and able to meet the dynamic challenges of the 21st…