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Tag: data culture and literacy

Advanced Analytics

Derren WilsonFebruary 6, 2024 0

Enhancing Australian home loans: Cultivating future analytics professionals with SAS Viya

As nations gear up to transition to more intelligent job prospects, organisations seek to excel in pioneering job markets, particularly in the technology sector. Recognising and harnessing the talents of students is crucial for this to succeed. This means providing the right education, hands-on training, and mentorship from academic and

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Analytics

Marinela ProfiFebruary 6, 2024 0

3 organizational strategies for using large language models with confidence

Large language models (LLMs) are at the forefront of today’s AI, not merely as technological marvels but as transformative agents reshaping how businesses innovate, operate and deliver value. Think of them as the wizards of words, capable of understanding language and transforming it in ways that benefit organizations. However, as

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Analytics

Erica PrenticeDecember 21, 2023 0

5 practices we can learn from Ohio educators on data driven collaboration

Educators in Ohio from Jackson City Schools and the Gallia-Vinton Educational Service Center (ESC) are using SAS Education Visualization and Analytics Solution (EVAAS) for K-12 to enhance data-driven problem-solving for students. In a recent SAS customer success story, Changing the Data Conversation in Ohio Schools, the administration from Jackson Middle

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Alexis MallisDecember 20, 2023 0

3 ways to increase your marketability with the SAS® certification

In today’s competitive marketplace and quickly evolving technological landscape, keeping knowledge current and developing hard skills has become more important than ever – and students and professionals alike are searching for opportunities to stand out from the crowd. In the analytics space, many are turning to career certificates in data

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Data for Good | Learn SAS

Riad GydienDecember 19, 2023 0

4 reasons SAS is empowering young minds to code in South Africa

In the classrooms of South Africa, students are learning how to code with hopes of creating future opportunities for themselves. Coding4Mandela, an initiative honoring Nelson Mandela, strives to instill coding and technological skills in youth. The belief is that empowering young minds with digital literacy enhances their educational and professional

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Analytics | SAS Events

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Alison BolenNovember 29, 2023 0

Georgia-Pacific VP on building resilience in the era of disruption

If the last few years have taught us anything it’s this: business disruptions are not rare events. They are the norm. Today’s business leaders are grappling with logistics nightmares, economic upheaval, evolving consumer preferences, rapid technological advancements, regulatory changes, and armed conflicts. While it’s not possible to plan for every

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Advanced Analytics | Artificial Intelligence | Innovation

Alex CoopNovember 17, 2023 0

Making sense of the AI hype with Katie King

Katie King has interviewed subjects from many walks of business life for her books: academics, venture capitalists, executives from high-profile brands and telecommunications companies. Among them, one that made a lasting impression was an artist: Ai-Da. King interviewed the artificial intelligence-powered humanoid robot artist for her 2022 book AI Strategy

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Analytics

Alexis MallisNovember 15, 2023 0

How SAS® users are benefiting from the career versatility of data analytics

More than spreadsheets and formulas, data analytics combines technology, creativity and strategic thinking to help diverse industries make innovative discoveries and leave an impact where it matters most. Even historically, non-technical industries like agriculture, for instance, are tapping into data management and visualization to predict and reduce their carbon footprint

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Artificial Intelligence

Reggie Townsend

Reggie TownsendNovember 2, 2023 0

Talking AI in Washington, DC

I recently had two incredible opportunities: to visit the White House for a landmark executive order signing and to make remarks at a US Senate AI Insight Forum. The AI Insight Forum was part of a bipartisan Congressional effort to develop guardrails that ensure artificial intelligence is both transformative and

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Advanced Analytics

Rochelle Fisher

Rochelle FisherNovember 2, 2023 0

From classroom to competition: Building applied analytics skills with the Curiosity Cup

The ability to analyze and derive insights from vast amounts of information is invaluable. As industries increasingly rely on data-driven decision-making, there is a growing demand for professionals with expertise in applied analytics. To bridge this skills gap, academic institutions seek innovative ways to provide students with hands-on experience. Integrating

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Advanced Analytics | Artificial Intelligence

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Fitz FitzgeraldOctober 30, 2023 0

Meet your new employee: Advanced AI

Much of the discussion around how to manage the advanced forms of artificial intelligence—machine learning, generative AI, large language models—deals with them only as technologies. This is a mistake. Like any employee, AI must be onboarded to learn "how we do things around here." Advanced forms of AI have characteristics

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Analytics | Students & Educators

Lilia Rodriguez

Lilia RodriguezOctober 6, 2023 0

Honoring educators who are learning, teaching and using SAS in innovative ways

This summer, SAS Academic Programs recognized four faculty members from across the country for their excellence in teaching data analytics. Awardees of the SAS Distinguished Award and the Emerging Educator Award received plaques at the SAS Summer Educator Conference, where they participated in a panel discussion about their experience teaching

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Analytics | Students & Educators

Nicholas Quirke

Nicholas QuirkeSeptember 26, 2023 0

From classroom to community: Students use analytics to tackle poverty

SAS' long-standing commitment to academia and finding innovative applications for analytics to solve real-world problems is a core pillar of our purpose. In 2022, we introduced our first cohort of students from the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Australia working with SAS' thought leaders to explore the work

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Analytics | Artificial Intelligence

Reggie Townsend

Reggie TownsendSeptember 12, 2023 0

Striking the balance: Navigating the pitfalls of AI technocentrism

Embracing AI is wonderful. From a practical business perspective, though, there are limits. This issue is broader than AI. However, I’ll constrain the conversation to that for now, given the attention AI is getting these days. Yes, some processes are undoubtedly good candidates for automation, but avoiding “technocentrism” is critical to

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Analytics | Data for Good

Lexi RegaladoAugust 14, 2023 0

Breaking down barriers in tech with Code the Dream

In a world where technology is a cornerstone of society, opportunities in the tech sector should be within reach for all. Yet, for many people, education, resources and access barriers stand in the way. According to research by McKinsey, Black people make up 12 percent of the US workforce but only

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Analytics | Data for Good

Sean O'BrienAugust 10, 2023 0

3 rules for managing your analytics organization

Congratulations! You’ve been tasked to manage an analytics team within your organization. In this role, it’s crucial to establish effective management practices to lead a successful team. As a manager, your role goes beyond overseeing day-to-day operations; it involves fostering a collaborative and productive environment, nurturing talent and aligning your

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Analytics

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Fitz FitzgeraldAugust 2, 2023 0

AI bias, control and trust: A roadmap for insurance leaders

As insurance continues to evolve, the link between analytics, AI and organizational success has never been more apparent. Marvin Pestcoe serves on the boards of Hamilton Insurance and Catalina Insurance. He is a fellow of the Casualty Actuarial Society. In short, he understands the connection between analytics, AI and insurance

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Analytics | Data for Good

Alex CoopJuly 11, 2023 0

How college students are using analytics to improve traffic safety

Traffic services, more specifically, unsafe driving, impact people every single day. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nearly 43,000 people died in U.S. traffic crashes in 2021, the highest number in 16 years, with deaths due to speeding and impaired or distracted driving on the rise. Pedestrian fatalities

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Advanced Analytics | Analytics | Artificial Intelligence

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Fitz FitzgeraldJuly 10, 2023 0

Beyond automation: How AI is reshaping insurance

Have you ever been in a meeting and heard, “We should leave that to the IT department to figure out. That’s a system thing”? I have observed this attitude among insurance professionals my whole career. It was almost as if anything that had to do with IT systems was radioactive!

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Analytics | Machine Learning

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Fitz FitzgeraldJune 9, 2023 0

Exploring the risks and opportunities of generative AI for insurance

What if, 12 months ago, someone bet you that a technology was coming in the next year that would cause great excitement and great fear in all businesses, industries and geographies? Would you have taken that bet? Of course, now we know that the technology is generative AI. Popularized by

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Analytics

Ann CutrellMay 30, 2023 0

Saving lives: Using data to combat the opioid crisis

Did you know that over 300 people die daily from drug overdoses in the US? As a pharmacist, I have witnessed the harrowing effects of substance use disorder (SUD) and the resulting opioid crisis on individuals, families and communities. The complexity of addiction Who among us does not know someone

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Advanced Analytics | Analytics | Cloud | Data Management

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Kayt LeonardMay 22, 2023 0

5 tips for choosing a statistical computing environment

When you think about life-saving technology, does a statistical computing environment come to mind? Statistical computing environments (SCE) are critical in accelerating scientific discoveries by enabling researchers to manage, process and analyze data efficiently and compliantly, maintaining the utmost regulatory integrity. As life sciences research generates increasingly large and diverse

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Analytics

Steve KearneyMay 17, 2023 0

How COVID spurred drug repurposing research: A conversation with an FDA data scientist

The pandemic caused public health agencies and life sciences companies to scramble to find effective treatments. Exploring the efficacy of existing drugs to treat COVID, an example of what's known as drug repurposing, was an intense focus for Qais Hatim, a Data Scientist at the US Food and Drug Administration

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Analytics

Jenn ChaseMarch 27, 2023 0

5 rules to make your organization more resilient

The last few years have been full of disruption. As a leader, there were days when it felt like all I did was find ways to solve the latest unprecedented problem. While things have certainly stabilized since the early days of the pandemic, business hardly feels “as usual.” The recent

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Analytics | Artificial Intelligence

Bryan HarrisMarch 27, 2023 0

From data-driven to AI-driven: Scaling human productivity and decision making

Given the headlines each week, it is clear that global disruption and economic volatility are not slowing down. At the same time, information overload is far exceeding human capacity. Despite these pressures, business goals remain the same: improve revenue, increase margins, operate more efficiently and meet customer expectations. So, how do

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Advanced Analytics | Analytics

Nicholas Quirke

Nicholas QuirkeMarch 20, 2023 0

How STEM graduates are enhancing financial crime detection in the banking industry

With an industry skills gap upon us, an estimated 85% of Fortune 500 organisations are still looking for talent today. SAS remains committed to helping university students with SAS® skills gain work placement with SAS customers today – as they’ve done for over a decade. Westpac is Australia’s first bank

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Analytics | Data Management

Liz McIntoshMarch 7, 2023 0

Metadata: 5 reasons why you should understand its analytical value

Analytics can get you answers from data. With an ever-increasing volume of data and new regulatory pressures, you need to know more than knowing where and how it is used. It's critical to comprehend the data: Is it relevant? Does it contain sensitive or private information? Can we detect bias?

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Analytics

Cheryl CassFebruary 27, 2023 0

How UNC Wilmington data science students are using SAS to drive business results for Lightcast

Students in the master's program in data science at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW) drove real-world results using SAS® Viya® for the labor market analytics company Lightcast. The project gave students practical analytical tools to solve a business challenge – invaluable career preparation. At the same time, Lightcast gained business insights

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Artificial Intelligence | Machine Learning

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Chris Hemedinger

Chris HemedingerJanuary 17, 2023 0

ChatGPT brings AI into popular culture

ChatGPT from OpenAI has changed how the general public thinks about AI. What does this mean for analytics practitioners?

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Analytics

Kayla Woitkowski

Kayla WoitkowskiJanuary 13, 2023 0

6 reasons why hiring early-career talent may be a strategy to explore

Determining the “right” talent strategy for an organization isn’t easy. Diverse projects and priorities demand various levels of knowledge, skills and experiences to achieve the end goal. Talent planning requires assessing current employees and unearthing the gaps to identify what’s needed to meet business demands. Specific and extensive knowledge and

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