Analytics

Kayt LeonardJune 18, 2024 0

Two sides of the same coin: GenAI and AI

“Generative AI is essentially just a subcategory of AI; it’s not that new algorithms have been invented.” Marinela Profi, AI Product Strategy Lead at SAS, says it up front and directly in her most recent podcast interview. “It takes a variety of data points, code, images and then, based on

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Health Care | Life Sciences

Artificial Intelligence | Marketing

Becky GraebeJune 11, 2024 0

SAS CMO Jenn Chase joins panel to discuss GenAI integration in marketing

SAS CMO Jennifer Chase and a panel of chief marketing officers offer insights on how they’re weaving AI into the business at American Marketing Association event Recent Salesforce research highlights a fact that didn’t seem to surprise the full-house audience at an American Marketing Association Annual CMO panel at SAS

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Artificial Intelligence

Danielle BatesJune 6, 2024 0

Banking on GenAI: Wells Fargo leads a conversation on AI innovation

A recent SAS survey revealed that 80% of business leaders are anxious about GenAI's data privacy and security implications Owing to these and other concerns, Wells Fargo Chief Data Officer Brian Gibbons and an esteemed panel of AI experts, hosted by Wells Fargo Technology Banking, addressed an audience of the

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Banking

Advanced Analytics | Artificial Intelligence

Bill AbbateMay 24, 2024 0

These students are creating apps for our daily lives with SAS®

Remember when the popular catchphrase, “We have an app for that,” was the new big thing? You might not if you’re as young as the NC State University students who recently participated in the 11th annual SAS-NC State Design Project, but back when we could still count 21st-century years in

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Data Visualization | Programming Tips

Rick WicklinMay 22, 2024 0

Create filled density plots in SAS

A SAS programmer wanted to visualize density estimate for some univariate data. The data had several groups, so he wanted to create a panel of density estimate, which you can easily do by using PROC SGPANEL in SAS. However, the programmer's boss wanted to see filled density estimates, such as

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SAS Events

Ginny InmanMay 17, 2024 0

Bringing the Innovation Hub home

Imagine stuffing a 500,000-square-foot event space into a 5,000-square-foot hallway. That was the crazy idea I had when I checked out the Innovation Hub. The Innovation Hub was the center of the action at SAS Innovate in Las Vegas. Attendees saw demos of the hottest new SAS solutions, met the technical

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Analytics

Vrushali SawantMay 16, 2024 0

5 ethical questions to consider before making AI-driven decisions

So now you're ready to make decisions with your models. You’ve asked many questions along the way and should now understand what’s all at play. But how can you ensure these decisions are trustworthy and ethical? Transparency is crucial. Sharing the reasoning behind our choices in relationships, whether at home

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Customer Intelligence

Lisa LoftisMay 15, 2024 0

Is your CDP living up to its promise?

Has your organization invested in a customer data platform (CDP) only to find that it's not living up to its promise? You're not alone. In fact, Digiday reports that only 10% of marketers who have a CDP believe it’s fit for purpose while an even smaller amount (1%) feel certain

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Analytics | Curiosity

John CareyMay 13, 2024 0

How SAS channel leaders make a difference for partners and customers

SAS and our vibrant partner network collaborate to help our customers address their toughest challenges with the power of data and AI. With partners around the globe and across industries, the SAS® Partner Program combines cutting-edge SAS software with our partners’ expertise and industry knowledge to meet customers’ unique business

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Artificial Intelligence

John GottulaMay 13, 2024 0

3 strategies for effective data anonymization for governments

The ancients’ practice of publicizing set-in-stone personal records would run anathema to modern data privacy laws. These days, in lieu of using contemporary personally identifiable records, I anonymized a 4,000-year-old tax record from ancient Babylon to describe three principles for effective data anonymization at scale: Embracing rare attributes: values and

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Government

Advanced Analytics | Artificial Intelligence

Udo SglavoMay 9, 2024 0

AI: A ‘new digital species’?

I've been fortunate to work on advanced analytics, machine learning and AI for more than 25 years. It’s more than a job. It’s my passion. So naturally, I was very interested in tuning into Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman’s TED talk, What is an AI anyway? From my perspective, Mustafa

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Analytics

Caslee SimsMay 7, 2024 0

Exploring generative AI's impact on ethics, data privacy and collaboration

Generative AI (GenAI) is booming. It’s not just a trend; it’s produced a seismic shift in how we approach innovation and technology. SAS Innovate 2024 has moved on from Las Vegas and is now on tour across the world. If you want a recap of what happened in Vegas or

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Data Visualization | Learn SAS | Programming Tips

Rick WicklinMay 6, 2024 0

Visualize patterns of missing values

Years ago, I wrote an article that showed how to visualize patterns of missing data. During a recent data visualization talk, I discussed the program, which used a small number of SAS IML statements. An audience member asked whether it is possible to construct the same visualization by using only

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Advanced Analytics

Nicholas QuirkeMay 2, 2024 0

Completing the circle: Two students’ journey from learning SAS in the classroom to joining the team

An uncertain global economic climate has created a sense of unease and a heightened risk when managing finances for individuals and banking and financial institutions. Helping banks and financial institutions manage risk is a central pillar of how SAS adds value for our customers, who must ensure their organization is

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Education

Advanced Analytics

Federica CitterioMay 1, 2024 0

5 steps to improve information extraction using trustworthy generative AI

SAS' Federica Citterio answers the perennial data science question: "How can I trust (generative) LLM to provide a reliable, non-hallucinated result?"

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Analytics | SAS Events

Alison BolenApril 23, 2024 0

Ten commandments for building digital relationships from Jyske bank

Digital banking, big tech and data privacy are all contributing to a shift in the Scandinavian banking scene, according to Tom Palving, Center of Excellence Lead for Digital Communication and Sales Loyalty at Jyske Bank. As a result, says Palving, traditional banks are facing a number of challenges, including: Customers

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Banking

Analytics | Data for Good | Innovation

Olivia OjedaApril 22, 2024 0

5 smart cities at the intersection of sustainability and technology

Urbanization is rapidly accelerating, allowing communities to grow with more access to services and technological advancements. However, this quick change in growth can present challenges as well, such as pollution and lack of infrastructure. Smart cities can support urbanization by offering innovative solutions with artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of

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Internet of Things

Jason MannApril 22, 2024 0

A clear vision for the future of IoT and smart cities

Thanks to the ubiquity of smartphones and laptops, people are used to getting what they need at the press of a button – whether they’re looking for information, seeking action or trying to solve a problem. Citizens want that same ease of access from their city’s government. As more citizens

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Government

Analytics

Ginny InmanApril 22, 2024 0

Flashing lights, partnerships, a farewell and what's next for SAS Innovate

Bright ideas came to light as we closed out SAS Innovate 2024.  Day three opened on a high note with a fun performance from iLuminate. After that, we jumped into learning about our partners’ work and SAS innovations.  How partners are helping others   SAS Vice President of Global Channels John Carey

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SAS Events

Becky GraebeApril 19, 2024 0

Adam Grant on hidden potential and the capacity for growth

Original thinker, effective teacher, advocate for underdogs: These are just a few of the ways SAS Innovate featured speaker Adam Grant has been described. Add to that corporate culture expert and #1 New York Times bestselling author – most recently for Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things. SAS

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Analytics | SAS Events

Ginny InmanApril 17, 2024 0

SAS Innovate 2024: All in on productivity, performance and trust on day 1

SAS® pairs perfectly with data and AI and many at SAS Innovate agree. SAS Innovate host and technical training consultant Dominique Weatherspoon welcomed attendees at the Aria in Las Vegas. SAS Chief Technology Officer Bryan Harris dove into a few important topics including innovation inspired by human need, how SAS

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Cloud | Data Management

Hans-Joachim EdertApril 16, 2024 0

Balancing cloud challenges with containerization strategies

Cloud computing and containerization are two technologies that directly impact a CIO's core responsibilities: delivering IT services efficiently and effectively for the business.   Beyond their technical implications, these technologies represent a strategic shift toward meeting business needs for agility, scalability and faster innovation. Striking a balance between opportunities and

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Artificial Intelligence

Jenn ChaseApril 15, 2024 0

Adopting generative AI in marketing: strategies from a CMO

It’s no secret, everyone is talking about generative AI (GenAI). In 2023, funding shot up five times year over year. According to a McKinsey report, “Generative AI could add the equivalent of $2.6 trillion to $4.4 trillion annually… by comparison, the United Kingdom’s entire GDP in 2021 was $3.1 trillion.”

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Advanced Analytics | Artificial Intelligence | Innovation

Waynette TubbsApril 12, 2024 0

Quantum computing and AI: The future of problem-solving

Imagine a not-so-distant future where quantum computing reshapes our approach to solving some of businesses’ and society’s most pressing issues. This isn’t fantasy. Just as nuclear energy, 3D printing and gene therapy transitioned from science fiction to scientific reality, quantum computing is on the brink of becoming the next transformative

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Artificial Intelligence | Internet of Things

Alex KwiatkowskiApril 10, 2024 0

From evolution to revolution: The transformative effect of generative AI in banking

As the old saying goes, “You wait ages for a bus and then two [or possibly three]come along at once.” This saying can be updated to reflect life in our increasingly digital world: "You wait ages for a genuine disruptive technology and then two [or possibly three]arrive simultaneously." This phrase

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Banking

Programming Tips

Chris HemedingerApril 3, 2024 0

Through the years: SAS Enterprise Guide versions

My colleague Rick Wicklin maintains a nifty chart that shows the timeline of SAS releases since Version 8. A few of you asked if I could post a similar chart for SAS Enterprise Guide. Here it is. Like Rick, I used new features in SAS 9.4 to produce this chart

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Equity and Responsibility | SAS Events | Work & Life at SAS

Olivia OjedaApril 2, 2024 0

Explore International Women's Month celebrations across cultures

This International Women's Day (IWD) was one of the best yet, with exciting things to celebrate across the globe! From a new blog series to upcoming events at SAS Innovate, Women in Analytics (WIA) is excited to play a part in empowering and advocating for women at SAS and outside

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SAS Events

Caslee SimsApril 1, 2024 0

7 sessions you don’t want to miss at SAS Innovate

Do you get excited about the newest innovations and technologies on the market, the world of data and the future of AI? Then mark your calendars because SAS Innovate in Las Vegas is just around the corner. SAS Innovate, our annual event for business leaders, technical users and SAS partners,

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Curiosity | Data Culture and Fluency | Students & Educators

Alex CoopMarch 28, 2024 0

Generative AI creates coding language everyone can understand

The Co-Founder of Ladies Learning Code and Canada Learning Code talks about strides in Canadian computer science education, AI, the future of coding, and more. Companies use many legacy processes to empower their employees, and that's just one of the many barriers employees face in the workplace. Organizations that prioritize

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SAS Events

Ginny InmanMarch 26, 2024 0

What we’re doing for SAS Innovate: On mainstage

You’ve seen the agenda. You’ve perused the keynotes. You’re ready for SAS Innovate! But what if you’re not going to Vegas? No problem! Hear from our host, Dominique Weatherspoon, what she's excited to see on stage at SAS Innovate 2024 and how you can watch. For those not at SAS, the

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