Running a business in today’s world feels like navigating a jungle gym blindfolded. There are a million paths to take, and some decisions can feel like total guesswork. But fear not, fellow entrepreneur! Here’s where business analytics swoops in like a superhero with a cape woven from spreadsheets and charts.

Business Analytics: Empowering Your Business with Data

In episode 69 of o11ycast, Jess and Martin speak with Charles Herring of WitFoo. Together they dive deep into the world of cybercrime investigations. Discover the intricate processes of data collection and analysis in the realm of cybersecurity, all while balancing the imperative of cost-effectiveness and citizen privacy.

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o11ycast - Ep. #69, Collecting Cybercrime Data with Charles Herring of WitFoo

Imagine a world where every aspect of your IPL experience is tailored to your preferences, from the advertisements you see to the fantasy cricket teams you assemble. This is the future that data analytics is bringing to the forefront, and it's going to be a game-changer!

In this blog post, we'll delve into the fascinating realm of data-driven cricket, where market research firms unlock invaluable insights into fan behaviour, broadcasters strategize programming to maximise engagement, and sponsors quantify their impact with surgical precision. So, buckle up and get ready to embark on an exhilarating journey through the data-fueled landscape of IPL 2024!

Cricket In The Age Of Analytics - The IPL 2024 Revolution

What does the era of ‘big data’ mean for development technologies in MENA? How can data be used for good, to ensure projects working with vulnerable communities such as informal workers and women are seen and supported? What kind of repercussions does poor data collection have on emerging technologies? How can data-driven research and technology improve prospects for the next generation in the region seeking work, and what does it mean for the future of labour in the region?

These are some of the questions we posed to Nagla Rizk, Professor of Economics at the American University in Cairo in episode 8.

Nagla is Professor of Economics and Founding Director of the Access to Knowledge for Development Center (A2K4D) at the American University in Cairo’s School of Business. Nagla’s area of research, teaching and advocacy is the economics of knowledge, technology and development, with focus on governance of responsible data and Artificial Intelligence, fair work in the platform economy, innovation, gender and inclusion in Egypt, the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

Data for Development with Nagla Rizk

In this week’s episode, host Margaret Walls talks with Casey Wichman, an assistant professor at the Georgia Institute of Technology and university fellow at Resources for the Future, about the influence of social media on the popularity of national parks. Wichman estimates in a recent study that more exposure of a national park on social media increases visits to that park. He discusses people’s relationships with national parks in a digital age; the effects of increased visitation on persistent issues in national parks, such as overcrowding and underfunding; and the potential boost in revenue that social media exposure can provide to national parks.

References and recommendations:

“Social Media Influences National Park Visitation” by Casey Wichman; https://www.rff.org/publications/journal-articles/social-media-influences-national-park-visitation/

“A New Study Finds Crowds at National Parks May Be Due to Social Media” by Wes Siler in “Outside” magazine; https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/hiking-and-backpacking/national-parks-social-media/

“Do National Monuments Help or Hinder Local Economies?” episode of the “Resources Radio” podcast; https://www.resources.org/resources-radio/do-national-monuments-help-or-hinder-local-economies-margaret-walls/

“Outside” magazine; https://www.outsideonline.com/

“Mountain Gazette” magazine; https://mountaingazette.com/

“The Wolf, the Duck, and the Mouse” by Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen; https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/559535/the-wolf-the-duck-and-the-mouse-by-mac-barnett-illustrated-by-jon-klassen/

Loved to Death? Social Media and Rising Visitation to National Parks, with Casey Wichman

Is your market research outdated and ineffective? Discover how AI can revolutionize your research process. Learn about the benefits of using AI to gather, analyze, and predict market trends. Don't let outdated data hinder your business growth.

Blog Post Title : Is Your Market Research Stuck In The Past? – AI Can Change That
Blog Post Link : https://maction.com/is-your-market-research-stuck-in-the-past-ai-can-change-that/

Is Your Market Research Stuck in the Past? - AI Can Change That

Why Your Customers Are Leaving? - Uncovering Hidden Dissatisfaction

In this week’s episode, host Kristin Hayes talks with Jesse Buchsbaum, a new research fellow at Resources for the Future, about how consumers respond to changes in electricity prices. Buchsbaum discusses the responsiveness of electricity consumers to prices in the short and long term, the role of pricing in driving long-term changes in consumption habits and investments in electric appliances, the importance of pricing for effective policymaking, and differences in the sensitivity of consumers to price changes depending on income.

References and recommendations:

“Are consumers more responsive to prices in the long run? Evidence from electricity markets” by Jesse Buchsbaum; https://jesse-buchsbaum.com/files/job_market_paper.pdf

“How Long ’Til Black Future Month?” by N. K. Jemisin; https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/n-k-jemisin/how-long-til-black-future-month/9780316491341/

“The Fifth Season” by N. K. Jemisin; https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/n-k-jemisin/the-fifth-season/9780316229296/

“Poverty, by America” by Matthew Desmond; https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/675683/poverty-by-america-by-matthew-desmond/

How Consumers Respond to Electricity Prices, with Jesse Buchsbaum

Discover the secrets behind successful digital marketing campaigns through a compelling case study. Learn valuable insights and strategies to boost your online presence.

Uncover Winning Strategies in Digital Marketing Case Study

This AI-generated podcast episode explains mathematical optimization models, which provide a structured and efficient approach to decision-making in business and industry. The podcast outlines, initially, how these models are built upon insights derived from correlation and regression analysis.

By identifying relationships between variables and quantifying their impact, predictive analytics allows organizations to make data-driven decisions before defining the optimization framework. Once these predictive relationships are established, decision-makers can implement optimization models to determine the best possible actions while considering business constraints and goals.

This structured approach—leveraging predictive analytics and optimization—enables organizations to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve overall strategic decision-making.


Mathematical Modeling for Decision-Making: Understanding Optimization Models based on Correlation and Regression Analysis Insights

In episode 79 of o11ycast, Hamel Husain joins the o11ycast crew to discuss the challenges of monitoring AI systems, why off-the-shelf metrics can be misleading, and how error analysis is the key to making AI models more reliable. Plus, insights into how Honeycomb built its Query Assistant and what teams should prioritize when working with AI observability.

o11ycast - Ep. #79, AI and Otel: Look at your Data with Hamel Husain

🎙️ Are your business decisions truly data-driven?

Without the right data visualisation techniques, executives risk making decisions based on assumptions rather than clear insights. In this episode, we uncover how business intelligence tools like Power BI, Tableau, and HubSpot empower leaders to turn complex data into actionable strategies.

📊 Here’s what you’ll discover:
✔️ Why data visualisation is a game-changer for executives
✔️ 5 must-know data charts to track business performance
✔️ How to choose between Power BI vs Tableau vs HubSpot
✔️ The biggest mistakes businesses make with data visualisation
✔️ How business intelligence tools fuel smarter decision-making and growth

🚀 Want to explore these techniques in-depth? Read our full article here:
https://velocitymedia.agency/latest-news/data-visualisation-techniques-for-better-business-insights

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Data Visualisation for Executive Business Insights

Carlynn Crampton, Engagement Strategist, joins us to give you an update on FirstWatch. She discusses Academy Analytics, the Risk Identification for Emergency Services (RIDES) tool, and what to expect at their booth at NAVIGATOR. 


For Your Information: 
Check out the FirstWatch website: https://firstwatch.net/  
Learn more about the RIDES tool: https://firstwatch.net/what-we-do/enhancement-modules/rides/  

FirstWatch: Unafraid of Data with Carlynn Crampton

In this week’s episode, host Daniel Raimi talks with Laura Grant, an associate professor at Claremont McKenna College. Many environmental nonprofit groups have been working to influence policy, but relatively little research has demonstrated how the efforts of these groups shape policy outcomes, and how some groups may support, catalyze, or even substitute for government action. In this episode of Resources Radio, Grant discusses new research that aims to better understand the work of environmental nonprofits, including various methods that environmental groups use to advance progress on key environmental issues, from headline-grabbing protests to litigation and research.

References and recommendations:

“The Roles of Environmental Groups in Economics” by Laura Grant and Christian Langpap; https://www.journals.uchicago.edu/doi/10.1086/730902

“Orwell’s Roses” by Rebecca Solnit; http://rebeccasolnit.net/book/orwells-roses/

How Environmental Groups Influence Policy, with Laura Grant

Welcome to *AI with Shaily* 🎙️, hosted by Shailendra Kumar, your friendly guide into the exciting realm of artificial intelligence 🤖. In this episode, Shaily explores a hot and timely topic: the impact of AI on the quality of scientific research 🔬. Is AI speeding up progress in a brilliant way, or is it leading us down a slippery slope filled with questionable, "science fiction" style papers? 🚀🛑

Shaily highlights a recent eye-opening study from the University of Surrey, published in *PLOS Biology* 📚. The study analyzed research using the large National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) dataset. From 2014 to 2021, only about four studies per year used this data, but suddenly in 2024, there was a massive spike—190 papers! At first glance, this might seem like incredible progress, but Shaily points out a serious problem: the quality of these papers has dropped sharply 📉. Many are so poorly done that they resemble science fiction rather than solid science 🧪✨.

Why is this happening? AI is partly to blame. When researchers rely too much on AI tools to sift through data or generate ideas without applying human critical thinking, the results can be shallow and unreliable 🤔. Shaily compares it to using a fancy blender without knowing the recipe—you get a messy mix, not a tasty dish 🍲. Social media is buzzing with discussions urging the scientific community to strengthen peer review and avoid blindly accepting AI-generated drafts 🗣️🔍.

Drawing from his own years of experience with AI, Shaily shares a valuable perspective: AI is a powerful tool, but it cannot replace human judgment, creativity, and scrutiny 🧠✨. He likens AI to a powerful microscope 🔬—it reveals hidden details, but if the sample is flawed, the microscope can only show so much. Similarly, AI can accelerate research, but without rigor, transparency, and critical thinking, the entire scientific endeavor risks collapsing like a house of cards 🃏🏚️.

For everyone—researchers, students, or AI enthusiasts—Shaily offers a bonus tip: always question the source, methods, and assumptions behind AI-assisted research findings 🕵️‍♂️. When you see a sudden flood of studies or rapid breakthroughs, take a moment to dig deeper. Sometimes, slow and steady really does win the race 🐢🏁.

To leave us with a thought-provoking question, Shaily asks: In a future where AI can generate research rapidly, how do we protect the treasure of scientific truth from becoming lost in a sea of noise? 🌊💡 He invites listeners to share their thoughts and keep the conversation alive.

Closing with a nod to the legendary Carl Sagan, Shaily reminds us that “Science is a way of thinking much more than it is a body of knowledge” 🌌. AI is a fantastic new way of thinking—let’s ensure it remains rigorous and trustworthy.

Stay connected with Shailendra Kumar on YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Medium for more AI insights and discussions 📱💬. Don’t forget to subscribe and share your questions and comments—your voice matters! Until next time, keep questioning and innovating, because that’s how we grow smarter together 🌱🤝.

This has been *AI with Shaily*, with Shailendra Kumar—thank you for tuning in! 🙏✨

AI and Scientific Research: Accelerator or Recipe for "Science Fiction" Papers?

Master Data Analysis with ChatGPT and the DIG Framework

Heavybit is the leading early-stage investor in enterprise infrastructure. Since 2013, we've helped launch and scale visionary technical startups—from DevSecOps and feature flagging to AI code generation and beyond. We go hands-on from day 0, backing founders as they turn code into companies and build the future of software from the bottom up to the top down.

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Unlock the secrets of data mastery with Shailendra, a 27-year veteran in AI, ML, and Data Science, driving AU$ 6 Billion in transformative value. As the author of 'Making Money out of Data,' their strategies redefine digital success. With expertise honed at IBM and Accenture, they drive innovation and data monetization. Explore how loyalty programs like Flybuys and Everyday Rewards revolutionize business—connect with Shaily today.

Marco Serrato serves as Vice President of Arizona State University‘s Learning Enterprise, which serves learners across their entire lifespan. Under this role, Marco collaborates with academic units and faculty across the university to identify and oversee opportunities to serve such learners.

Marco has a global understanding of higher education, including professional, executive and continuing education programs across different industries, geographies and emerging technology platforms. He has experience developing initiatives with private, governmental, and nongovernmental organizations in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, Africa and the MENA region, including serving as emeritus board member and former chair of the International Consortium for University-based Executive Education (UNICON). He has also served as representative to the University Professionals for Continuing Education Association (UPCEA) and the Latin American and European Continuing Education Network (RECLA).

Prior to joining Arizona State University (ASU), Marco served as associate provost at The University of Chicago and as vice rector for continuing education at Tecnológico de Monterrey in Mexico. He also serves as professor of global strategy and business analytics at Thunderbird School of Global Management at Arizona State University and has experience as adjunct faculty at the PhD, master’s, executive education and undergraduate levels. Marco was a visiting scholar at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and has published more than thirty research papers on international peer-reviewed and conference journals, four books, and three book chapters. His contributions in the higher education landscape have been featured by international media including the World Economic Forum and the United Nations, among others.

Marco serves in several corporate and academic boards, including the American University in Cairo’s executive education council. He has also co-founded two start-ups that provide consulting and learning solutions in public and private sectors.

Originally from Mexico, Marco is a first-generation college graduate that holds a double-degree PhD in Industrial Engineering – Operations Research from Iowa State University and Industrial Engineering – Operations Management from Tecnológico de Monterrey.

Join us as we explore the latest in HubSpot, CRM, digital strategy, and AI-driven marketing, featuring expert insights, industry trends, and actionable tactics to fuel your growth. Whether you're a marketer, business owner, or tech enthusiast, we break down complex strategies into engaging, insightful conversations.

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Resources Radio is a weekly podcast by Resources for the Future. Each week we talk to leading experts about climate change, electricity, ecosystems, and more, making the latest research accessible to everyone.

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