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Improving quality in big data
Research from "social login" specialists Janrain suggests "big data" may be in trouble before it starts. Their survey indicates almost 9 out of 10 people have given incorrect profile information when registering with a ... read more
The project management options for closing failed projects
There are times when projects simply "fizzle out." Commitment to the original vision fades, resources become impossible to pull together or requirements become locked into a "death spiral" of non-commitment and unwillingness to move forward. When ... read more
Can Virgin Money innovate in the mature banking market?
There is much excitement at the moment around Virgin Money's entry into the UK high street banking market. Advertising has already started, promises of "innovation" and shaking up the market made and Virgin fans are lining ... read more
Rebuilding operations before the recession ends
A conversation with an operations manager a couple of weeks before Christmas revealed a disturbing tale. As had happened in many companies projects were put on hold and much needed investment delayed as the financial crisis ... read more
Achieving a 10 percent increase in sales
How does a company go about increasing sales by 10 percent in the current economic climate? Hard work is the short answer: getting sales team out and about and talking to existing and prospective customers. The ... read more
Uncertainty remains in the analytics cookies debate
Confusion appears to reign over the question of cookies. In May 2011 new regulations came into effect that required consumers to provide their active consent before a cookie could be placed on their machine. This "optin" ... read more
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