IBM Big Data Hub

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Though you may encounter the terms “data science” and “data analytics” being used interchangeably in conversations or online, they refer to two distinctly different concepts. Data science is an area of expertise that combines many disciplines such as mathematics, computer science, software engineering and statistics.

Data Science 85

Data Science Data Analytics Prescriptive Analytics Analytics 85

FineReport

MARCH 24, 2024

Data analysts leverage four key types of analytics in their work: Prescriptive analytics: Advising on optimal actions in specific scenarios. Diagnostic analytics: Uncovering the reasons behind specific occurrences through pattern analysis. Descriptive analytics: Assessing historical trends, such as sales and revenue.

Statistics 52

Statistics Data mining Visualization Reporting 52

Rocket-Powered Data Science

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Decades (at least) of business analytics writings have focused on the power, perspicacity, value, and validity in deploying predictive and prescriptive analytics for business forecasting and optimization, respectively. What is the point of those obvious statistical inferences?

Business Analytics 157

Business Analytics Prescriptive Analytics Analytics Diagnostic Analytics 157