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IBM DS8880 Architecture and Implementation (Release 8.3)

Abstract This IBM® Redbooks® publication describes the concepts, architecture, and implementation of the IBM DS8880 family. The book provides reference information to assist readers who need to plan for, install, and configure the DS8880 systems. The IBM DS8000® family is a high-performance, high-capacity, highly secure, and resilient series of disk storage systems. The DS8880 family is the latest and most advanced of the DS8000 offerings to date. The high availability, multiplatform support, including IBM Z, and simplified management tools help provide a cost-effective path to an on-demand and cloud-based infrastructures. The IBM DS8880 family now offers business-critical, all-flash, and hybrid data systems that span a wide range of price points: DS8884 -- Business Class DS8886 -- Enterprise Class DS8888 -- Analytics Class The DS8884 and DS8886 are available as either hybrid models, or can be configured as all-flash. Each model represents the most recent in this series of high-performance, high-capacity, flexible, and resilient storage systems. These systems are intended to address the needs of the most demanding clients. Two powerful IBM POWER8® processor-based servers manage the cache to streamline disk I/O, maximizing performance and throughput. These capabilities are further enhanced with the availability of the second generation of high-performance flash enclosures (HPFEs Gen-2) and newer flash drives. Like its predecessors, the DS8880 supports advanced disaster recovery (DR) solutions, business continuity solutions, and thin provisioning. All disk drives in the DS8880 storage system include the Full Disk Encryption (FDE) feature. The DS8880 can automatically optimize the use of each storage tier, particularly flash drives, by using the IBM Easy Tier® feature.

Introducing ArcGIS API 4 for JavaScript: Turn Awesome Maps into Awesome Apps

Learn to use the ArcGIS API 4 for JavaScript to build custom web mapping applications. This book teaches you to easily create interactive displays of geographic information that you can use to tell stories and answer questions. Version 4 of the ArcGIS API for JavaScript introduces new patterns and fundamental concepts, including 3D mapping capabilities. You will learn the fundamentals of using the API in order to get the most out of it. Covering key concepts and how different components work together, you will also learn how to take advantage of the Widget framework built into the API to build your own reusable widgets for your own ArcGIS JSAPI applications. Including a series of samples you can use to leverage the API for your own applications, Introducing ArcGIS API 4 for JavaScript helps you take your existing knowledge of JavaScript to a new level, and add new features to your app libraries. What You'll Learn Create both 2D and 3D custom web mapping applications Work with popups and custom widgets Leverage the ArcGIS platform in your applications Utilize custom visualizations Who This Book Is For Developers who need to learn the ArcGIS JSAPI for work or school. Those with some JavaScript experience; GIS or mapping experience is not required.

Beginning XML with C# 7: XML Processing and Data Access for C# Developers

Master the basics of XML as well as the namespaces and objects you need to know in order to work efficiently with XML. You’ll learn extensive support for XML in everything from data access to configuration, from raw parsing to code documentation. You will see clear, practical examples that illustrate best practices in implementing XML APIs and services as part of your C#-based Windows 10 applications. Beginning XML with C# 7 is completely revised to cover the XML features of .NET Framework 4.7 using C# 7 programming language. In this update, you’ll discover the tight integration of XML with ADO.NET and LINQ as well as additional .NET support for today’s RESTful web services and Web API. Written by a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional and developer, this book demystifies everything to do with XML and C# 7. What You Will Learn: Discover how XML works with the .NET Framework Read, write, access, validate, and manipulate XML documents Transform XML with XSLT Use XML serialization and web services Combine XML in ADO.NET and SQL Server Create services using Windows Communication Foundation Work with LINQ Use XML with Web API and more Who This Book Is For : Those with experience in C# and .NET new to the nuances of using XML. Some XML experience is helpful.

Db2 Skeleton Cloning: Protecting Your Production Environment

IBM Db2® for z/OS® is well known as the gold-standard information steward. Deep synergy with the z/OS operating system and System Z platform provides support for the highest transaction volumes with the ultimate levels of availability. Just like any high-performance engine, occasional maintenance or upgrades are needed to maintain peak performance and to incorporate new features. Those that demand the highest standards and protection of their production environments know that you want to test changes outside of production first. It is common to have development or test environments for application development and verification. What about applying Db2 maintenance or performing migrations to new version or release levels? Sure, you probably perform these activities outside of production first, but are these environments similar enough to production to surface the same results as those you might encounter in production? Your production Db2 Catalog & Directory often has a different mix and complexity of objects, which were created at different levels of Db2, that can span decades of time. The best test of these activities is against your production system, but this is the system that we want to protect. How can we accomplish this? Clone it! Skeleton cloning produces a specific kind of clone, which provides a replica of the portions of your Db2 production environment that are needed to complete your testing. You can use the skeleton clone to find issues before they occur in production. This process allows you to refine maintenance steps in a safe environment and to minimize potential downtime when performing the same steps in a production system. This IBM® Redpaper™ publication gives a high-level overview of the IBM Db2 Cloning Tool and includes specific use cases for the tool. It also details the skeleton cloning process, which you can use to test migration, function levels, and maintenance, and includes demo examples that show a Db2 11 to 12 migration test using skeleton cloning.

Ceph Cookbook - Second Edition

Dive into Ceph Cookbook, the ultimate guide for implementing and managing Ceph storage systems with practical solutions. With this book, you will learn to install, configure, and optimize Ceph storage clusters while mastering integration aspects such as cloud solutions. Discover troubleshooting techniques and best practices for efficient storage operations. What this Book will help me do Understand and deploy Ceph storage systems effectively. Perform performance tuning and cluster benchmarking for Ceph. Integrate Ceph storage with cloud platforms and applications seamlessly. Operate and troubleshoot Ceph clusters in production environments. Adopt advanced techniques such as erasure-coding and RBD mirroring in Ceph. Author(s) This book is authored by experts Karan Singh and team, who bring years of professional experience in the domain of storage systems design and implementation. Their deep understanding of Ceph's deployment across various applications ensures a hands-on approach to the subject. The authors' intention is to equip readers with practical and actionable knowledge. Who is it for? This resource caters to storage architects, cloud engineers, and system administrators looking to enhance their expertise in scalable storage solutions. Ideal for readers who are familiar with Linux and basic storage concepts but want to specialize in the Ceph ecosystem. Readers aiming to deploy cost-efficient and reliable software-defined storage solutions will find it invaluable.

Mastering MongoDB 3.x

"Mastering MongoDB 3.x" is your comprehensive guide to mastering the world of MongoDB, the leading NoSQL database. This book equips you with both foundational and advanced skills to effectively design, develop, and manage MongoDB-powered applications. Discover how to build fault-tolerant systems and dive deep into database internals, deployment strategies, and much more. What this Book will help me do Gain expertise in advanced querying using indexing and data expressions for efficient data retrieval. Master MongoDB administration for both on-premise and cloud-based environments efficiently. Learn data sharding and replication techniques to ensure scalability and fault tolerance. Understand the intricacies of MongoDB internals, including performance optimization techniques. Leverage MongoDB for big data processing by integrating with complex data pipelines. Author(s) Alex Giamas is a seasoned database developer and administrator with strong expertise in NoSQL technologies, particularly MongoDB. With years of experience guiding teams on creating and optimizing database structures, Alex ensures clear and practical methods for learning the essential aspects of MongoDB. His writing focuses on actionable knowledge and practical solutions for modern database challenges. Who is it for? This book is perfect for database developers, system architects, and administrators who are already familiar with database concepts and are looking to deepen their knowledge in NoSQL databases, specifically MongoDB. Whether you're working on building web applications, scaling data systems, or ensuring fault tolerance, this book provides the guidance to optimize your database management skill set.

Exam Ref 70-767 Implementing a SQL Data Warehouse

Prepare for Microsoft Exam 70-767–and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of skills for managing data warehouses. This exam is intended for Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) data warehouse developers who create business intelligence (BI) solutions. Their responsibilities include data cleansing as well as ETL and data warehouse implementation. The reader should have experience installing and implementing a Master Data Services (MDS) model, using MDS tools, and creating a Master Data Manager database and web application. The reader should understand how to design and implement ETL control flow elements and work with a SQL Service Integration Services package. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: • Design, and implement, and maintain a data warehouse • Extract, transform, and load data • Build data quality solutionsThis Microsoft Exam Ref: • Organizes its coverage by exam objectives • Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you • Assumes you have working knowledge of relational database technology and incremental database extraction, as well as experience with designing ETL control flows, using and debugging SSIS packages, accessing and importing or exporting data from multiple sources, and managing a SQL data warehouse. Implementing a SQL Data Warehouse About the Exam Exam 70-767 focuses on skills and knowledge required for working with relational database technology. About Microsoft Certification Passing this exam earns you credit toward a Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) or Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) certification that demonstrates your mastery of data warehouse management Passing this exam as well as Exam 70-768 (Developing SQL Data Models) earns you credit toward a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) SQL 2016 Business Intelligence (BI) Development certification. See full details at: microsoft.com/learning

Security and Privacy in Cyber-Physical Systems

Written by a team of experts at the forefront of the cyber-physical systems (CPS) revolution, this book provides an in-depth look at security and privacy, two of the most critical challenges facing both the CPS research and development community and ICT professionals. It explores, in depth, the key technical, social, and legal issues at stake, and it provides readers with the information they need to advance research and development in this exciting area. Cyber-physical systems (CPS) are engineered systems that are built from, and depend upon the seamless integration of computational algorithms and physical components. Advances in CPS will enable capability, adaptability, scalability, resiliency, safety, security, and usability far in excess of what today’s simple embedded systems can provide. Just as the Internet revolutionized the way we interact with information, CPS technology has already begun to transform the way people interact with engineered systems. In the years ahead, smart CPS will drive innovation and competition across industry sectors, from agriculture, energy, and transportation, to architecture, healthcare, and manufacturing. A priceless source of practical information and inspiration, Security and Privacy in Cyber-Physical Systems: Foundations, Principles and Applications is certain to have a profound impact on ongoing R&D and education at the confluence of security, privacy, and CPS.

ABCs of IBM z/OS System Programming Volume 1

Abstract The ABCs of IBM® z/OS® System Programming is a 13-volume collection that provides an introduction to the z/OS operating system and the hardware architecture. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced system programmer, the ABCs collection provides the information that you need to start your research into z/OS and related subjects. Whether you want to become more familiar with z/OS in your current environment, or you are evaluating platforms to consolidate your online business applications, the ABCs collection will serve as a powerful technical tool. Volume 1 provides an updated understanding of the software and IBM zSeries architecture, and explains how it is used together with the z/OS operating system. This includes the main components of z/OS needed to customize and install the z/OS operating system. This edition has been significantly updated and revised.

Pro MySQL NDB Cluster

Create and run a real-time, highly-available, and high-redundancy version of the world's most popular open-source database, MySQL. You will understand the advantages and disadvantages of the MySQL NDB Cluster solution, and when MySQL NDB Cluster is the right choice. Pro MySQL NDB Cluster walks you through the full lifecycle of a MySQL Cluster installation: starting with the installation and initial configuration, moving through online configuration and schema changes, and completing with online upgrades. Along the way, you will learn to monitor your cluster, make decisions about schema design, implement geographic replication, troubleshoot and optimize performance, and much more. This book covers the many programming APIs that are supported by MySQL NDB Cluster. There's also robust coverage of connecting to MySQL NDB Cluster from Java, SQL, memcached, and even from C++. From any of these languages, you'll be able to connect and store and retrieve data as your applications demand. The book: Covers MySQL NDB Cluster concepts and architecture Takes you through the MySQL NDB Cluster lifecycle from installation to upgrades Guides you through DBA and Developer decisions when working with MySQL NDB Cluster What You'll Learn Understand the shared-nothing architecture behind MySQL NDB Cluster Plan, install, and configure a MySQL NDB Cluster environment Perform everyday tasks such as backing up, restoring, and upgrading Develop applications from Java, memcached, C++, and SQL Troubleshoot and resolve application performance problems Master enterprise-level features such the MySQL NDB Cluster Manager Who This Book Is For Database administrators and developers who are looking into deploying MySQL NDB Cluster, or who already have a cluster in production and want to increase their knowledge and ability to handle routine administrative tasks and troubleshooting. The book also is for those developers wanting to employ MySQL NDB Cluster as their chosen storage engine from Java, memcached, and C++ applications.

MariaDB and MySQL Common Table Expressions and Window Functions Revealed

Walk away from old-fashioned and cumbersome query approaches and answer your business intelligence questions through simple and powerful queries built on common table expressions (CTEs) and window functions. These new features in MariaDB and MySQL help you to write queries without having to wade through a quagmire of brittle self-joins and other crazy techniques from the past. Your queries will generate correct results, be more readable and less brittle in the face of unexpected data, and you’ll be able to adapt them quickly in the face of changing business requirements. MariaDB and MySQL Common Table Expressions and Window Functions Revealed introduces and explains CTEs and window functions, newly available in MariaDB 10.2 and MySQL 8.0, and helps you understand why and how every MariaDB and MySQL database programmer should learn and apply these features in their daily work. CTEs and especially window functions enable easy solutions to many query challenges that in prior releases have been difficult and sometimes impossible to surmount. Mastering these features opens the door to query solutions that are more robust, execute faster, and are easier to maintain over time than prior solutions using older techniques. The book: Takes you step-by-step through the workings of common table expressions and window functions Provides easy-to-follow examples of the new syntax Helps you answer business questions faster and easier than ever What You'll Learn Answer business questions using simple queries that don’t break in the face of unexpected data Avoid writing queries that are a difficult-to-maintain quagmire of self-joins and nested subqueries Recognize situations that call for window functions, and learn when to use these features Reduce the need for performance-robbing self-joins Simplify and speed the execution of analytical queries Create queries that finish in seconds instead of hours Who This Book Is For Database administrators and application developers who want to quickly get up to speed on important features in MariaDB and MySQL for writing business intelligence queries. Any developer writing SQL against MariaDB and MySQL databases will benefit tremendously from the knowledge and techniques this book provides.

Oracle Application Express by Design: Managing Cost, Schedule, and Quality

Learn the many design decisions that must be made before starting to build a large Oracle Application Express (APEX) application for the cloud or enterprise. One of APEX's key strengths is the fact that it is a Rapid Application Development (RAD) tool. This is also a major weakness when it tempts developers to start coding too soon. Small applications that consist of tens of pages can be coded without a lot of design work because they can be re-factored quickly when design flaws are discovered. Design flaws in large cloud and enterprise applications that consist of hundreds or thousands of pages are not so easy to re-factor due to the time needed to redevelop and retest the application, not to mention the risk of breaking functionality in subtle ways. Designing a large application before coding starts is a profitable exercise because a thoughtful design goes a long way in mitigating cost overruns and schedule slippage while simultaneously enhancing quality. This book takes into account perspectives from other non-developer stakeholders such as maintenance developers, business analysts, testers, technical writers, end users, and business owners. Overlooking these perspectives is one of the chief causes of expensive rework late in the development cycle. Oracle Application Express by Design illustrates APEX design principles by using architecture diagrams, screen shots, and explicit code snippets to guide developers through the many design choices and complex interrelationship issues that must be evaluated before embarking on large APEX projects. This book: Guides you through important, up-front APEX design decisions Helps you to optimize your design by keeping all stakeholders in mind Explicit code examples show how design impacts cost, schedule, and quality What You Will Learn Pick and choose from the list of designs before coding begins Bake optimal quality into the underlying fabric of an APEX application Think and design from outside the developer’s narrow perspective Optimize APEX application designs to satisfy multiple stakeholder groups Evaluate design options through hands-on, explicit code examples Define and measure success for large cloud and enterprise APEX applications Who This Book Is For APEX developers and development teams

RabbitMQ in Depth

RabbitMQ in Depth is a practical guide to building and maintaining message-based applications. This book provides detailed coverage of RabbitMQ with an emphasis on why it works the way it does. You'll find examples and detailed explanations based in real-world systems ranging from simple networked services to complex distributed designs. You'll also find the insights you need to make core architectural choices and develop procedures for effective operational management. About the Technology At the heart of most modern distributed applications is a queue that buffers, prioritizes, and routes message traffic. RabbitMQ is a high-performance message broker based on the Advanced Message Queueing Protocol. It's battle tested, ultrafast, and powerful enough to handle anything you can throw at it. It requires a few simple setup steps, and you can instantly start using it to manage low-level service communication, application integration, and distributed system message routing. About the Book What's Inside AMQP, the Advanced Message Queueing Protocol Communicating via MQTT, Stomp, and HTTP Valuable troubleshooting techniques Database integration About the Reader Written for programmers with a basic understanding of messaging-oriented systems. About the Author Gavin M. Roy is an active, open source evangelist and advocate who has been working with internet and enterprise technologies since the mid-90s. Technical editor James Titcumb is a freelance developer, trainer, speaker, and active contributor to open source projects. Quotes An excellent resource for beginners and experts alike...shows how to integrate RabbitMQ into a successful enterprise application. - Ian Dallas, Hewlett-Packard The most comprehensive source for everything RabbitMQ. From terms to code to patterns, it's all here! - Andrew Meredith, Quantum Metric A cheat sheet for getting started and troubleshooting the migration process to RabbitMQ. - Nadia Noori, La Salle University Barcelona Filled with pragmatic advice and pearls of wisdom. - Milos Milivojevic, Mozzart Bet

Mastering ArcGIS Enterprise Administration

Mastering ArcGIS Enterprise Administration teaches you how to install, configure, and manage ArcGIS Enterprise, guiding you through publishing, optimizing, and securing GIS services for your organizational needs. With this book, you will build a robust GIS infrastructure and gain solutions to common administration challenges. What this Book will help me do Install and configure ArcGIS Enterprise, including its enterprise geodatabase and web services components. Utilize administrative tools like user interfaces, REST API, and Python for system management. Securely publish and manage GIS services, optimizing performance for end users. Apply best practices for securing GIS resources and enabling efficient access. Troubleshoot issues and implement automation to maintain system reliability. Author(s) None Cooper is a seasoned GIS professional with extensive experience in deploying and managing ArcGIS systems for various organizational workflows. With a meticulous approach, they have assisted numerous teams in leveraging GIS technologies to accomplish their objectives. None's commitment to teaching is reflected in this comprehensive guide, which simplifies complex topics to foster effective learning. Who is it for? This book is perfect for GIS analysts, managers, and administrators who aim to learn ArcGIS Enterprise installation and administration. If you already work with ArcGIS or similar GIS platforms, this book can enhance your understanding. It's suitable for those with a basic understanding of geospatial concepts looking to specialize in Enterprise administration. Whether you work as a GIS engineer or database administrator, this guide helps you establish a secure and functional ArcGIS infrastructure.

PHP & MySQL: Novice to Ninja, 6th Edition

PHP & MySQL: Novice to Ninja, 6th Edition is a hands-on guide to learning all the tools, principles, and techniques needed to build a fully functional application using PHP & MySQL. Comprehensively updated to cover PHP 7 and modern best practice, this practical and fun book covers everything from installing PHP and MySQL through to creating a complete online content management system. You'll learn how to: Install PHP & MySQL on Windows, Mac OS X, or Linux Gain a thorough understanding of PHP syntax Use object oriented programming techniques Master database design principles and SQL Develop robust websites that can handle high levels of traffic Build a working content management system (CMS) And much more!

MongoDB Administrator's Guide

The "MongoDB Administrator's Guide" is an indispensable resource for database administrators and developers looking to gain mastery over administrating MongoDB systems. This book offers over 100 practical recipes, designed to simplify the tasks of maintaining, optimizing, and securing MongoDB deployments. What this Book will help me do Deploy and configure production-grade MongoDB environments efficiently. Manage and optimize MongoDB indexing to improve query performance. Implement and maintain high availability through replication and sharding. Ensure database security with robust authentication and authorization. Perform efficient backups, recovery, and database performance monitoring. Author(s) None Dasadia is a seasoned MongoDB expert with extensive experience in database administration and optimization. Having worked extensively in developing and managing high-performance database systems, None ensures a hands-on and practical approach in their writing. Their aim is to guide readers to effectively solve real-world database challenges with MongoDB. Who is it for? This book is ideal for database administrators with a foundational understanding of MongoDB, as well as developers aiming to enhance their administration skills in this NoSQL ecosystem. Whether you're seeking best practices for routine tasks or scalable solutions for enterprise-level applications, this guide has comprehensive coverage tailored for you.

Adjustment Computations, 6th Edition

The definitive guide to bringing accuracy to measurement, updated and supplemented Adjustment Computations is the classic textbook for spatial information analysis and adjustment computations, providing clear, easy-to-understand instruction backed by real-world practicality. From the basic terms and fundamentals of errors to specific adjustment computations and spatial information analysis, this book covers the methodologies and tools that bring accuracy to surveying, GNSS, GIS, and other spatial technologies. Broad in scope yet rich in detail, the discussion avoids overly-complex theory in favor of practical techniques for students and professionals. This new sixth edition has been updated to align with the latest developments in this rapidly expanding field, and includes new video lessons and updated problems, including worked problems in STATS, MATRIX, ADJUST, and MathCAD. All measurement produces some amount of error; whether from human mistakes, instrumentation inaccuracy, or environmental features, these errors must be accounted and adjusted for when accuracy is critical. This book describes how errors are identified, analyzed, measured, and corrected, with a focus on least squares adjustment—the most rigorous methodology available. Apply industry-standard methodologies to error analysis and adjustment Translate your skills to the real-world with instruction focused on the practical Master the fundamentals as well as specific computations and analysis Strengthen your understanding of critical topics on the Fundamentals in Surveying Licensing Exam As spatial technologies expand in both use and capability, so does our need for professionals who understand how to check and adjust for errors in spatial data. Conceptual knowledge is one thing, but practical skills are what counts when accuracy is at stake; Adjustment Computations provides the real-world training you need to identify, analyze, and correct for potentially crucial errors.

GeoServer Beginner's Guide - Second Edition

GeoServer Beginner's Guide is your starting point for mastering GeoServer, a powerful open-source tool for serving geospatial data online. This book makes it easy to create, manage, and share maps and geographic information systems (GIS) even if you don't have advanced technical experience. With step-by-step guidance, you'll leverage GeoServer's full capabilities. What this Book will help me do Configure and install GeoServer to publish your geospatial data quickly and efficiently, making it available online. Create interactive and visually appealing maps by styling points, lines, and polygons using GeoServer's tools. Learn how to connect GeoServer with back-end databases like PostGIS for advanced data management and functionalities. Optimize GeoServer for performance and prepare for production-ready deployments, ensuring a seamless user experience. Use GeoServer's REST API to automate tasks and integrate with other applications for enhanced workflows. Author(s) None Iacovella has extensive experience in GIS and web technologies, specializing in open-source solutions. With a passion for teaching, he has authored several books and tutorials that make technical topics accessible to developers and enthusiasts. His approachable writing style ensures that complex concepts are broken down into understandable steps. Who is it for? This book is designed for web developers and technical users who are new to GeoServer or open-source GIS tools. Ideal readers are those with basic server-side scripting knowledge and an interest in publishing dynamic, interactive maps. If you're looking to enhance your website with geospatial data, this guide will provide the step-by-step instructions you need.

Learning Neo4j 3.x - Second Edition

"Learning Neo4j 3.x" provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of graph databases, focusing on practical usage of Neo4j. This book guides you through the fundamentals, from installation and modeling to advanced features including security and optimization. You'll gain the skills to harness Neo4j for effective data management and visualization. What this Book will help me do Understand the basics of graph databases and how to use them effectively in real-world scenarios. Master the Cypher query language to query and manipulate graph data powerfully and intuitively. Learn to implement and optimize advanced graph techniques using the APOC library. Develop the ability to extend Neo4j's core functionality using available plugins and advanced extensions. Acquire skills to design and deploy scalable, secure enterprise-grade graph database solutions. Author(s) Jerome Baton and None Van Bruggen are experienced Neo4j specialists who share a passion for making complex technical concepts accessible. Jerome brings years of real-world experience in graph database applications, while None contributes expertise in data modeling and visualization. Together, they provide clear, focused insights with practical examples and hands-on guidance. Who is it for? This book is tailored for developers looking to extend their knowledge with graph databases to take on modern connected data challenges. It is suitable for those new to Neo4j, including beginners with databases, and will serve as a valuable guide for professionals aiming to deepen their expertise in data storage and query optimization using Neo4j.

The Sentient Enterprise

Mohan and Oliver have been very fortunate to have intimate views into the data challenges that face the largest organizations and institutions across every possible industry—and what they have been hearing about for some time is how the business needs to use data and analytics to their advantage. They continually hear the same issues, such as: We're spending valuable meeting time wondering why everyone's data doesn't match up. We can't leverage our economies of scale while remaining agile with data. We need self-serve apps that let the enterprise experiment with data and accelerate the development process. We need to get on a more predictive curve to ensure long-term success. To really address the data concerns of today's enterprise, they wanted to find a way to help enterprises achieve the success they seek. Not as a prescriptive process—but a methodology to become agile and leverage data and analytics to drive a competitive advantage. You know, it's amazing what can happen when two people with very different perspectives get together to solve a big problem. This evolutionary guide resulted from the a-ha moment between these two influencers at the top of their fields—one, an academic researcher and consultant, and the other, a longtime analytics practitioner and chief product officer at Teradata. Together, they created a powerful framework every type of business can use to connect analytic power, business practices, and human dynamics in ways that can transform what is currently possible.