Abstract: 

Many organizations have lots of data, but how do we make sense of the massive data. There is a clear need to innovate and digitize many work processes to make better sense of data. With data science, companies can apply scientific algorithms to systematically find patterns in the data so that business decisions are smarter and faster, providing the company with an advantage over its competition.

In this talk you will learn:
- How different industries are using AI so that business decisions are smarter and faster.
- Learn how to apply the data science framework for solving business problems
- The 8 Principles that are essential for moving towards a data-driven organization

Bio: 

Prof Carol Anne Hargreaves is a results-oriented Director of the Data Analytics Consulting Centre at the National University of Singapore (NUS) and holds a joint position as an associate professor in the Department of Statistics & Applied Probability and the Department of Mathematics. She is also the Co-Chair for the Data Science & Analytics Programme. Prof Carol has extensive experience in leading teams of analysts to solve multidisciplinary real-world data science problems. She developed and took charge of multiple innovative projects in the Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Telecommunications, and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) Industry.
Her research area includes Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Applications in Healthcare and the Financial Industry. She is a Member of the Data Literacy Programme Committee at the National University of Singapore. Prof Carol Hargreaves is a Keynote Conference Speaker, Program Committee Member and an Editorial Board Member for many international and local conferences.