So, are the geeks inheriting the earth? Big Data, big decisions and best practice for information management

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting‐edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

Who are the most trusted sources when it comes to Big Data? The way that information can be managed and utilized strategically has become the“next big thing” for many organizations and industries, but because it has grown and developed so quickly, the traditional sources of validation and approval have so far been missing. Chief among these is the academic community, which has been split between those who do Big Data, and those who wait for the research to be published.

Practical implications

This paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world's leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.

Citation

(2013), "So, are the geeks inheriting the earth? Big Data, big decisions and best practice for information management", Strategic Direction, Vol. 29 No. 9, pp. 12-15. https://doi.org/10.1108/SD-08-2013-0051