Glossary

Algorithm economy—algorithms enable computing machines to make sense of data and use it. Developing them for purposes of distribution and resale is a recent activity. Companies are monetizing these algorithms to realize their economic value.

Analytics—“extensive use of data, statistical and quantitative analysis, exploratory and predictive models, and fact-based management to drive decisions and actions. The analytics may be input for human decisions or drive fully automated decisions” (Davenport and Harris 2007, p. 7). ­Analytics refers to quantitative and statistical analysis and manipulation of data to derive meaning. Analytics is a broad umbrella term that includes business analytics and data analytics.

Big data—very ...

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