Data Science
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The Hidden and Visible Sources of Truth in Olympic Competition Data
The Olympic Games are the pinnacle of athletic achievement, where fractions of a second or millimeters can separate gold from silver. I was wondering how this all gets done. So many competitions, so many competitors, so many judges. It’s a large-scale real-time data mash-up. Behind the scenes, a complex network of measurement systems and protocols.… Continue reading
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Wondering about machine learning in your efforts? Let’s talk the basics about Random Forest and XGBoost.
The business generalist or expert in a specific aspect of business operations might wonder about machine learning and data science. Random Forest and XGBoost are two techniques that are related and commonly used in business predictive modeling. I want to give you some basics for these frequently used techniques so you can be sharp enough… Continue reading
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Unlocking Synergies: Elevating Data Science with Operations Research Expertise
**Introduction:** Who’s on a quest to develop advanced data science capabilities? One of my analytics team’s strategic expansion brought together diverse talents in statistics, applied math, and engineering. This case study explores the integration of operations research, fostering collaboration and knowledge diversity within analytics. **Objective:** Our primary goal was to blend diverse skill sets, creating… Continue reading