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Equity and Responsibility

Stories about the importance of innovating responsibly by ensuring ethical standards are applied during the design, development and use of data-driven technologies.

Artificial Intelligence | Predictions

Kristi BoydNovember 11, 2024 0

Navigating AI ethics in manufacturing and agriculture: Balancing innovation with responsibility

As we move into 2025, AI continues to transform industries in unprecedented ways, driving efficiency, innovation, and productivity. But with this rapid advancement come critical ethical questions. How can we ensure that AI systems protect the rights and well-being of individuals? Manufacturing and agriculture are two essential industries where answering

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AgTech | Manufacturing

SAS Events

Mark WoodOctober 16, 2024 0

The 2024 SAS Championship is in the books

The SAS Championship was on the line. With Padraig Harrington holding a slim two-stroke lead, Sunday’s final round promised to be a heart-pounding affair. Jerry Kelly stormed out of the gate on the final day, carding birdie after birdie. As the tension mounted, the match hung in the balance. The

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Sports & Entertainment

Analytics | SAS Events

Caslee SimsOctober 15, 2024 0

Beyond the fairway: The impact of the SAS HBCU Career Day

Witnessing future golfers in action is a rare treat and that's exactly what the SAS HBCU Invitational offers. However, the event is about more than just golf. This year, student-athletes also participated in the third edition of the SAS HBCU Career Day, a key feature of the SAS Championship. The

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SAS Events

Becky GraebeOctober 10, 2024 0

Inspiring takeaways from SAS Championship women’s leadership events

Inspiring messages, actionable ideas and shared experiences were not in short supply as successful leaders from every industry came together for this year’s women’s events at the SAS Championship. Powerhouse lineups at Women’s Day on Tuesday, Oct. 8, and the Women in Risk Executive (WiRE) Connection on Monday, Oct. 9, gave

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Artificial Intelligence | Predictions

Allie DeLonayOctober 1, 2024 1

A plea for simple, easy-to-understand model cards

Model cards have been around for a few years now and while their purpose is clear – to increase machine learning transparency and to create a way to communicate usage, ethics-informed evaluation, and limitations – they're still evolving. Many companies have tried their hand at creating their own version of

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Analytics

Heather HallettSeptember 16, 2024 0

Using social determinants of health to combat cancer disparities

The health care community is recognizing the importance of addressing cancer not just as a biological disease but as a multifaceted issue influenced by various social, environmental and economic factors. By incorporating social determinants of health (SDOH) into risk stratification models and utilizing trustworthy AI to eliminate bias, health care providers can

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Analytics | Data for Good

Lilia RodriguezAugust 26, 2024 0

How SAS HBCU+ Fellows are inspiring future analytics professionals

Since its inception in 2023, the SAS HBCU Program has been dedicated to supporting faculty at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and predominantly Black institutions (PBIs). This initiative was created for educators who are passionate about learning and teaching analytics. The program brings together faculty members at different stages

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Artificial Intelligence | Data Culture and Fluency

Vrushali SawantJuly 31, 2024 0

Model cards: The AI transparency label you need

Who has time to be a nutritionist between work deadlines and swim practice? Not this working mom! But my tiny human needs her fuel, you know? This is why I’m thankful for nutrition labels. A quick scan at the grocery store tells me if that cereal is all sugar bombs

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Advanced Analytics

Grace GuJuly 29, 2024 0

6 ways to use data analytics to balance costs and quality of health care

Health care payers stand at a crucial moment in balancing expenses with the imperative of providing high-quality care. Rising medical expenses – driven by new technologies, aging populations and the surge in chronic diseases – present an ongoing challenge. Whether they are insurance companies, government programs or employers, payers must

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Health Care

SAS Events

Olivia OjedaJuly 3, 2024 0

WIA spotlight: Women's voices in AI

This summer, the buzzword on everyone's lips is generative AI. From tech conferences and industry panels to mainstream media and casual conversations, AI has taken center stage, driving innovation and sparking debates about its impact on our future. One of the most exciting developments in AI is the growing impact

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