The big data landscape – the evolution and need for concurrent processing

Within this torrent of data lies a wealth of potential – insights that can drive better decision-making, unlock innovation, and transform entire industries. To seize this opportunity, however, we need specialized tools and a new approach to data processing. Let’s begin by understanding the defining characteristics of big data and why it demands a shift in our thinking.

Navigating the big data landscape

Big data isn’t merely about the sheer amount of information. It’s a phenomenon driven by the explosion in the volume, speed, and diversity of data being generated every second.

The core characteristics of big data are volume, velocity, and variety:

• Volume: The massive scale of datasets, often reaching petabytes (millions of GB) or even exabytes (billions of GB).
• Velocity: The unprecedented speed at which data is created and needs to be collected – think...