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Does the existence of recommender systems put an end to digital privacy?

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Ever found yourself endlessly scrolling through different movie categories on Netflix looking for that one movie that is of interest to you? Or browsing through the pages on ASOS until you see that one particular item you like? As the volume of Big Data today continues to expand, the countless choices on the Internet can be overwhelming. This is where recommender systems come into place. Recommender (or recommendation) systems are information filtering systems that search through large amounts of data to collect and provide personalized content and services to its users. Using these systems result in substantial benefits both to buyers: -           Timely access to customized and relevant data on the web. -           May lead to discovery of products that they didn’t know existed. -           Increased customer satisfaction. and sellers: -           Higher sales and profits as customers tend to buy more. -           Increased cross-sell as some systems tend to suggest a
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Should you choose Cloud or On-Premise ERP?

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  Cloud vs On-premise ERP One of the most important decisions while selecting an ERP software is whether to go for cloud or on-premise. A cloud application is installed on a third party or vendor’s data center and can be accessed from anywhere. Whereas, an on-premise application is installed on your local servers.  Each has its own advantages and disadvantages, and the decision depends on the priorities a company has while considering the option. Selecting cloud vson-premise is a crucial decision, which will have a long term impact. Hence, I have listed below some of the factors which you can consider while choosing the best option.   Factors you should consider while choosing cloud vs on-premise: Accessibility: A cloud ERP is easily accessible from anywhere. Especially when there are multiple offices and employees working in the field, a cloud based application is more suitable. This is where the purely on-premise applications have a disadvantage.  However, if you are ke
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OMICRON: BOON OR BANE?

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Is Omicron, the COVID-19 variant a boon or bane? The most unanswered threatening question that gets surrounded within everyone around the globe. Cases of Omicron, the new variant of COVID-19 are spiking over the world. With this increasing graph of casualties, Omicron is likely to replace the Delta variant. Experts suggest that even though the Omicron variant is causing less hospitalization, it shouldn’t be taken lightly. Omicron possesses a less fatality rate compared to other variants. This is still not a sign for people to be less vigilant. Living with COVID and its other variants, there happens to have a conversation regarding whether the Omicron is a boon or bane.  The World Health Organization has said that it is more infectious than the Delta variant.  According to the available information, it is evident that it is mild and can be called a boon to an extent. But still it doesn't reduce the slap it had given to the business industries. Even if the variant is mild, people wit
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What’s really Stopping You from implementing a good ERP for Business Transformation?

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  This blog is an eye-opener for those companies who get easily overwhelmed with ERP technology. It is mainly focused on how the companies can plan their ERP implementation correctly.    "Today’s modern ERP software’s are very impress, but not all ERP software’s are the right fit for your business.” The companies planning to install an ERP system often look to attain short-term goals and overlook the business’s continually changing dynamics. Hence, the resulting in wastage of time, efforts, money, and resources.  True ERP Business Transformation In my experience, I see a variety of reasons for this approach:- Constraints Overload Change Instead of achieving ERP for business transformation for sustained improvements, it’s common for teams to  focus on short term results. Generally, the mission is to get live on new technology, up and running with a  new  system and achieve stability right away.    Better Approach To Driving Transformation So what is being transformed when an or
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What are the Tips to select the right ERP?

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  Today making purchase seems to be easier than ever before, click on website, scroll, pay, and they are on your doorstep. It's not quite easy, though, when you are buying enterprise software. Here are 8 tips to help you buy the right technology vendor for your company. Tip 1: Support matters, it matters in the new shoes you bought online and it matters in software and service you are looking for a partner whose product experts take pride in keeping your technology running and your company humming and it’s all predictable when vendor focuses on 1 version of the product. Tip 2: Service begins day 1: That means looking for a partner who will take responsibility getting you live on time and on budget and make sure your vendor is having equally high standards. TIP 3: Simplicity goes a long way: multiple versions and messy integrations, but it doesn't have to be like this. Look for a partner who offers single software for all of the customers. A concept of 1 again goes a
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10 top tips for effective online meetings

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  1.      Embrace video calling. Being present and seeing each other is an important part of keeping connected. Don’t hide away or do other work during the meeting. 2.      Use headsets or earphones. This will give better sound quality. Speak directly into the mic and remember to mute it when not speaking to limit background noise. 3.      Speak clearly and steadily. This will help ensure everyone can understand you. And try to modulate your voice, to keep people interested and engaged. 4.      Establish etiquette guidelines. Agree a system to give everyone a voice. Arrange ‘hands up’ signals to agree who speaks next and use chat functions to allow everyone to contribute. 5.      Repeat the question. The chair or presenter should repeat questions they ask or before answering them, to ensure all participants are aware of the original question. Repeating the question in writing within a chat box could provide additional clarity. 6.      Use names and give context. When responding to chat
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What are the benefits of HR software?

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  What are the benefits of HR software? Unsure whether to take the plunge and invest in HR software ? With so many kinds of tech out there, it can be difficult to work out what will benefit your business the most. Read on to learn more about HR software and the benefits of human resource management systems. Why HR software? The most valuable and important resource in your company is not your office building or your warehouse, it’s the people who work there. That’s why it makes good business sense to look after your employees and help them work at their best. As Richard Branson famously once said: "Look after your people and they will look after your customers. It's that simple".  HR software makes managing people simple, saves you (and everyone else) a lot of time. Spending less time wading through manual admin and you can focus on the things that keeps your employees happy and focused on the job at hand. What is HR software? At its simplest, HR software – so
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