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Tech Decision Maker February 9, 2016 Big data's big problem? Most companies don't realize they're already using it Companies are already actively using big data. They just don't call it that. While the phrase has problems, the technology is becoming more intrinsic to business. Resource of the day Whitepaper: Seven Ways to Reduce Waste and Accelerate Software Delivery This paper will explore best practices for identifying and eliminating seven types of waste: Waiting, handoffs and task switching, motion, extra processes, extra features, partially completed work and defects. Additional TechRepublic Resources How Google Cardboard became the flag bearer for VR, and what's next Apache Spark rises to become most active open source project in big data 4 business benefits of standardizing on Apple tech Survey: Is the hybrid cloud living up to its potential? New from Tech Pro Research New equipment budget policy This Tech Pro Research policy enables the IT department to coordinate equipment purchases, standardize components based on job responsibility, and prepare for maintenance, repairs and upgrades. Sign up for a Free Trial of Tech Pro Research and preview our articles, tools, policies, and templates. Today's recommended downloads Whitepaper: Seven Ways to Reduce Waste and Accelerate Software Delivery (IBM Corp.) Why is the App Slow? Find out with SolarWinds Server & Application Monitor (SolarWinds) eBook: Customer Analytics for Dummies (IBM Digital Analytics) Choosing the Right API Management Solution for the Enterprise User (CA Technologies) Always Be Closing: The ABC's of Sales in the Modern Era (Microsoft) A special feature from TechRepublic and ZDNet VR and AR: The Business Reality Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality are going to be useful for far more than just gaming. We explore the ways the technology will be used for training, marketing, product design, and much more. TechRepublic newsletters Get product reviews, tech news analysis, tips, and more in the following TechRepublic newsletters. Click the newsletter title below to subscribe. 10 Things The Cloud Revolution Connect with TechRepublic Visit the Subscripton Center to get other free newsletters, manage your account settings or to be removed from TechRepublic communications. The e-mail address for your subscription is habib2best@gmail.com. Unsubscribe | Send Feedback | FAQ | Advertise | Privacy Policy © 2016 CBS Interactive, Inc. All rights reserved. TechRepublic is a registered service mark of CBS Interactive, Inc. TechRepublic 235 Second Street San Francisco, CA 94105 U.S.A.