The Intersection Podcast

Dr. Wes Chaar, SVP of Analytics, Data, and Decision Sciences, Turner Using Analytics for Innovative Solutions In this episode, Wes will discuss such topics as: - Innovation in the media industry - Using advanced analytics to develop solutions -Data for more creative and effective advertising

Victor Nilson, Senior VP Big Data, AT&T Developing and driving a strong data culture In this episode, Victor will discuss such topics as: - The meaning of data culture - Things that make a company data driven - Moving the company to a data driven culture

Using Analytics to Drive Innovation In this episode, Sanjay will discuss such topics as: -Types of data-inspired innovation initiatives -Barriers to implementing analytics solutions for innovation - Suggestions for effectively integrating analytics within innovation process

The Analytics Buzz: Tom Davenport by Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business

The Analytics Buzz: Keith Osbon by Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business

The Analytics Buzz: Craig Brabec by Georgia Tech Scheller College of Business

Designing Successful Dashboards In this episode, Dwight will discuss such topics as: - The importance of designing great dashboards - Common pitfalls in business intelligence designs - Methods for overcoming challenges associated with dashboard choices - Advice and resources for improving skills needed

Trends in Data Science and the Focus on the Customer • History of data and analytics • Inflection from inward to outward focus in analytics • Trend toward more customer-driven problem solving

The Criticality of Developing Truly Meaningful Insights from Analytics In this episode, Tom will discuss such topics as: Understanding what it means for data to have value Learning techniques for making your data and analytics solutions resonate Developing strategies for skills to communicate insights

Understanding Inherent Risks in Analytics In this episode, Daniel will discuss such topics as: What are types of ‘risks’ in analytics? How can we better recognize risks, and understand them? What can we do to reduce these risks within the data science and analytics process?

Instilling Analytically Focused Leadership In this episode, Bill will discuss such topics as: Inspiring leaders to be more data focused Strategies to shift senior management toward more data-inspired leadership direction Advice for analytics professionals looking to get their leadership more data-focused

Using Data to Improve Pricing Decisions In this episode, Ahmet will discuss such topics as: Learn how pricing practices are happening now How analytics can help improve the pricing process Types of data used to create pricing models Benefits of using data to develop pricing models

The Application of Analytics and Data Science for Developing Agile Marketing In this episode, David will discuss such topics as: The use of analytics and data science What is this agile marketing phenomenon How agile marketing relate to analytics How agile marketing works Advice for analytics professionals

Director, Interactive Media Technology Center Director, Wearable Computing Center Associate Director, Media, Institute for People and Technology Importance of Data Analytics in Wearable Devices Ecosystems In this episode, Maribeth will discuss such topics as: Data produced by wearable devices Business questions we can address about wearable devices through data analytics Improvement of wearable de...

Application of Data Visualization Techniques In this episode, John will discuss such topics as: What is data visualization? What’s the role of the analyst, types of skills needed, how important are creativity, understanding the business and their objectives, and other skills? What are the barriers, what hurdles have to be overcome to truly embrace data visualization?

Developing Analytical Models Using Artificial Intelligence In this episode, Michael will discuss such topics as: What is artificial intelligence, and how does it relate to building analytical models? What are some good applications of AI in data science? What are some barriers to implementing AI based solutions? Where do you see AI going – should we expect more of the same, or will we see a shift?

The Application of Data Science in the Power Industry In this episode, John will discuss such topics as: Current state of power with regards to data and use Unique challenges in power when implementing data analytics solutions Application of data science in the energy industry Advice for influencing more data driven process in the power industry

All About Analytics Conferences In this episode, Jim will discuss such topics as: What are the different types of data science and analytics conferences? How can someone benefits from conference participation? What are the trends for data science and analytics conferences? How can someone new to conferences learn more and get involved?

Influencing by Numbers What does it mean to influence by numbers? Shouldn’t the numbers themselves tell the story? What is the path of the data science process, and where we are falling short? How can we realistically bridge the gaps between insights, consumption by decision-makers, and application of results?

Up and Coming Data Scientists and Their Preferred Roles In this episode, Tim and Andrew will discuss such topics as: Reasons why students choose data science and analytics as a field What are they looking for in an opportunity Importance of a company culture that embraces analytics and data-inspired decision-making How to appeal to and maintain freshly minted data science and analytics talent

An Overview of Machine Learning with Applications In this episode, Nik will discuss such topics as: What is machine learning? Application areas and use cases for machine learning The future of machine learning