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Why computers can't do all the work: data analysts are important, too

YouTube's Analytics suite is arguably one of the best in the business, but it can also be overwhelming for newcomers.

Big data doesn't have to be scary; businesses just need to ask the right questions.

You have probably heard people talk about 'big data.' If your eyes start to glaze over when that term is mentioned, get your Big Data 101 Intro lesson here.

'The robot doctor' sounds like the title of a sci-fi movie. But it's just one future trend that entrepreneurs should know about in this changing industry.

People immersed in the Quantified Self movement collect vast amounts of data about their health but analytics still needs make easier to apply.

"Lessons Learned" is a simplified approach to analyzing past year performance, program by program, to assess what's worked and what has not worked.

What business owners need to know about gathering, using and protecting customer information.

The acquisition is a bit of a departure from Palantir's focus on issues like national security and defense strategy but also a harbinger of how data analysis is changing the game for retailers.

It is one of those topics we can't escape -- and with good reason.

While thinking intuitively might lead to some good ideas eventually, you must invest wisely. Track winning ideas by the numbers.

Big Data is dazzling but it doesn't automatically shed light on real problems.

Often marketing efforts are, by nature, hard to quantify in terms of dollars, revenue or impact. Here are a few resources to help solve this problem.

The easiest way to tell an information-dense story may be graphically. And you don't have to be Leonardo da Vinci to create an effective chart or infographic.

By using the correct data, companies can provide more personalized, more targeted content to create strong, lasting engagement.

A list of big, important predictions from the investors at venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz.

Startups take to the cloud naturally but large, established companies are making the move methodically.

The IoT will be a disappointment if it is just a deluge of smart-phone apps for operating appliances.

Nearly every industry will be benefiting from professionals with a solid analytical foundation in the near future. Here's how to get into the game.

Brand building may seem relatively unimportant when you're still struggling, but don't dismiss it.

Before now, taking advantage of these analytical tools was often considered something only large organizations or people with certain skills would pursue.