Today, let’s take a look at a new offering from IBM, the new AutoAI Time Series Forecasting module. Before we begin, let’s define a few things. What is Time Series Forecasting? Time series forecasting is predicting one or more data variables over some future time, based on previous data. Why is Time Series Forecasting Valuable?…
When it comes to learning data science, one of the challenges we face is just how seemingly daunting the field is to learn. There are so many techniques, tactics, and strategies that it’s difficult to know where to start. Learning something new always begins with an understanding of the basics. From martial arts to dance…
Arjuna asks, “Could you please suggest an approach to forecast multiple targets (e.g., is there a way to select multiple columns in AutoAI). In our use case, we need to develop time series forecasts for multiple products. If we correctly understood AutoAI, it will allow us to select one column at a time to generate…
CC asks, “What’s the most valuable analysis overall for a small business to perform?” If we define a small business as an enterprise with less than $1 million in sales and fewer than 10 employees, then from an overall business perspective it’s got to be RFM analysis. Nothing else comes close in terms of helping…
Dee asks, “How can I create videos people will watch and engage with?” One of the simplest tricks and hacks for high performing video marketing is to convert already high performing content to video. What tools would you use? Google Analytics data IBM Watson Analytics for Social Media SEO data Watch the video for the…
Josh asks, “I work at a company that doesn’t sell direct to customers. We sell to distributors who sell to big box stores who sell to the customer. How do I set up goals in Google Analytics?” Terrific question – and a challenging one. This is similar to setting goals for a massive organization which…
Tony Dunn asked, What are some unique tips, scripts or tools to measure “meaningful interactions”, vs using typical engagement metrics like impressions, clicks, likes, etc? (beyond counting replies or comments) This is partly in reference to Facebook’s algorithm change, but also speaks to a much deeper measurement issue lurking within social media. The answer? Use…
IBM THINK 2018 promises to be one of the largest, most rewarding technology conferences on the planet, in Las Vegas in March 2018. Getting the most out of this massive show requires advance preparation. For first-timers (and forgetful veteran attendees of other IBM events), here are a few suggestions to enhance your THINK 2018 experience.…
I joined an all-star team of IBM social influencers to speak on Silicon Angle’s The Cube at the IBM CDO Summit recently. We discussed artificial intelligence, machine learning, neural networks, predictive analytics, and so much more. Hear what Tripp Braden, Mike Tamir, Bob Hayes, and I had to say: Thanks to IBM and Silicon Angle…
Many marketers have a need for transcription of audio and video data, but the prices and quality on the market vary wildly. Let’s compare the options and look at the transcription/speech recognition landscape to see what fits our marketing needs best. Why Transcription? We face more and more rich media content as marketers – audio,…
