If You Love Risk, You Need Big Data...

A recent article in Forbes called big data a “smoke detector” for risk. So, what do the most successful risk takers in business understand about the benefits of big data? Check this out...

Natural disasters might sound like risks that only property insurance companies have to worry about. But fires, floods, tsunamis, tornadoes and other natural disasters can create huge supply chain issues as well. These challenges can play havoc on major retailers, but they can also hurt small, locally owned and sourced businesses too.

5 Most Iconic Buildings in South Florida

Iconic buildings depict a city's character, heart, and soul. Extraordinary design draws the public eye. It's also a source of residential pride. South Florida engineers are masterful creators, able to construct the seemingly impossible. Here are five examples of engineering genius that fared well on the Florida market.

Big Data is Not Done Transforming Healthcare

 

From the very beginning of the Big Data revolution, the healthcare industry was very interested. From doctor-patient interaction, to staffing, to predictions and budgeting, Big Data can be a lifesaver for the healthcare industry. And, to date, it has been.

What Are the First Steps for a Real Estate Developer After He Wins a Project?

 

Real estate developers are a vital part of the real estate industry. There are many different people who have been able to have success in this area. In the New York City area, a high quality real estate developer can have a great career with high earnings and influence in the area. However, one of the most important things to understand is what to do after winning a project. Here are several steps that any real estate developer should take in this situation.

Colas Now at War Over Diet Drinks

In April of this year, the group U.S. Right to Know sent letters to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requesting they ban diet soda companies from using the word “diet” in their name or advertising. They did so by citing various reports showing that contrary to what many people have believed for decades, artificial sweeteners cause people to gain weight rather than lose it.

The Best Ways to be Bold When Branding

Here are a few ways to be brave and creative when you're branding:

UAW Struggles to Fix Contract Standoff

Union members are growing increasingly frustrated after a proposed labor agreement between the United Auto Workers (UAW) and automaker Fiat Chrysler went up in smoke. According to various media reports UAW President Dennis Williams and Fiat Chrysler VP Norwood Jewell recently told local union leaders that negotiations would continue. While union leaders are, at least at present, not talking about a strike, they have yet to take that option off the table.

Monsanto Growing its Big Data Business

One of the most successful and vilified businesses on the planet just fully embraced big data. On the heels of a falling valuation due to a missed chance to buy Syngenta AG, Monsanto is promising investors A New Hope on the horizon. No, they are not searching for farm boys on distant planets, they are putting their eggs in the Big Data basket.

4 Reasons To Stop Drinking Coffee Today

Coffee is a fairly normal part of the morning for many people across the country. Whether it's a few cups as you're getting ready for the day, or a travel mug full for your commute to the office, coffee can cause more harm than good. Crazy, right? But it's true. And here's why!

General Motors Pays Their Dues

The past few years have been rough for GM. Coming out of a massive auto sales slump, the automaker was forced to go begging to D.C. for a bailout. Just as they started to get the ship righted, another massive scandal exploded across the headlines. GM cars were killing drivers. The culprit?

You Don’t Need a Yoda to be Successful

 

Everybody tells you, if you want to be successful, you need to find a guru. Nonsense. Now, there’s nothing wrong with having a mentor or, better still, multiple mentors. But you don’t need to have one All Knowing Guru to teach you everything about what to do and when to do it. Most of the things you need to know and will have to decide will always be up to you. You’re either up to the challenge or not. If you depend on one guy to make all those decisions for you, you’re not a CEO … you’re an employee … or an acolyte.

Investing in Commercial Real Estate in New York 2015

 

New York City has always been a major lure for people looking for that special brand of excitement only Manhattan can deliver. Yet beyond the artists and actors who still flock to this city there are also plenty of real estate investors who feel this town has an attraction like no other. Will all this though, is investing in commercial real estate a sound idea in 2015? Can investors feel confidence after all the dramatic swings in the market since 2008?

Not All Data is Created Equal

Let’s say something once and get it out of the way. There is an incredible amount of data out there for the taking. More than we ever had access to before. Frankly, there is more actionable data out there than we could even understand. Today’s businesses have access to more information about their infrastructure, markets, and customers than ever before. They can access data related to all of these factors as well as how each works together with the others. Well … they can … as long as their data science and Big Data protocols can keep up.

The Importance of Personal Branding in Real Estate

 

When you’re first starting out with a real estate business, one of the most important aspects is your branding. This is the most effective way to get new clients. Here are some ways that a personal brand can affect your business.

The Most Underrated Players Signed to the Miami Heat