Data Science – CompleteStream March 2017

We recently presented at CompleteStream 2017 in Melbourne, it was a good turnout with some great presentations by knowledgeable practitioners. We began with a brief example that emphasises one of the less talked about benefits of machine learning, which is pertinent in SAP environments; that is its ability to replace hard-coded decision logic. In a sense, a […]

Feature engineering: what your data scientist should be doing

Created by Dr Michael Plazzer, Data Scientist – Ignite Data Solutions There are plenty of articles discussing the value data scientists can bring to a company, and there are a few discussing how they are often wasted. In this article, I will try to quantify the value of having your platforms and processes in order such that your data […]

Cultivating Innovation and Future Talent

Ignite Data Solutions have recently partnered with Monash University, taking on a mentoring role within the Postgraduate Industry Capstone project.  This project is focussed around bringing together industry professionals and students from multiple disciplines within the Faculty of Information Technology Masters Program.  The aim is to develop innovative systems for commercial use in an industry […]

Machine Learning on your enterprise appliance; just add water

Enterprise back ends are typically a dry subject.  Not for me! That’s why I jumped at the challenge to pair a bleeding edge machine learning framework with a tried and trusted corporate system. SAP is one of the biggest software company you have never heard of. 76% of all worldwide business transactions touch their systems; you […]

Reflections on Australian Utility Week

Best of both worlds it was. Outside at the wonderful setting in Luna Park, Sydney had turned on its charm with 27 degree sunny days and spectacular views of the harbour, bridge and Opera house. Just as well inside the conference rooms the conversation kept Harj and my attention. In an industry facing disruptive change in […]