The more data there is, the more valuable it becomes. Consequently, effective data management plays a vital role in modern businesses, as this invaluable resource can be found in diverse areas ranging from cars and sensors to point-of-sale systems. Data management serves as the crucial link that integrates data from the cloud, on-premise devices, and edge devices, with business leaders able to monetize this.
Think of a video camera which monitors traffic or customers in a shop. A few years ago, that information would have gone to a data centre, and been accessible if you needed to look back at what had been recorded. Today, that is no longer enough; the data is put to work immediately. Artificial intelligence (AI) is applied in the camera itself, and processing at the edge means decisions can be made instantly. Information still moves to the data center, but in a smarter way.
