Big Data Experience Is Much Needed—and Wanted
The Status of Big Data Initiatives
IT staff with actual hands-on big data experience are still very much a minority.
Business Decisions Driven by Analytics
The majority of respondents are still primarily relying on experience and instinct.
Big Data Business Objectives
Tactical business goals dominate the big data agenda.
Will Investments in Big Data Be Worthwhile?
The value of big data is an article of faith.
Percentage of Strategic Decisions Made Using Analytics
About half of respondents said more than 50% of strategic decisions relied on analytics.
How Often Precise Data and Analytics Are Needed
A little more than half said always or frequently.
Areas of Most Big Data Difficulty
Volume and velocity combine to be the two most challenging attributes of big data.
Top Big Data Obstacles for IT Leaders
It’s hard to justify an ROI in technology that the business can’t use.
Top Big Data Obstacles for IT Professionals
The IT staff sees the issue as being one of a lack of tools to do the job.
Which of the Following Applies to Your Organization?
A lack of integration and data quality issues are troubling.
Is There a Shortage of Big Data Talent?
It’s clear there is a dire need for more big data training and certifications.
Is It Difficult to Hold on to Big Data Talent?
About half are dealing with workers that other employers are trying to poach from them.