Posted by gildenshelton565 June - 4 - 2015ADD COMMENTS
The rise and fall of Subway: How the world's biggest food chain lost its …
Taco Bell and Pizza Hut say they're getting rid of artificial colours and flavours, making them the latest big food companies scrambling to distance themselves from ingredients people might find unappetizing. Instead of “black pepper flavour,” for … Read more on Financial Post
Vanda Pharmaceuticals (VNDA) Jumps: Stock Gains 12.1%
Vanda Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (VNDA – Snapshot Report) was a big mover last session with its shares rising just over 12% on the day. The upside was owing to the announcement that Mihael H. Polymeropoulos, M.D., Vanda's President and CEO, will deliver a … Read more on Zacks.com
A beginners guide to data analytics
As Kolker pointed out in a presentation given at the April 2015 CDO Summit in San Jose, California, data and analytics should be considered a "core service," similar to that of finance, HR and IT. Once you get your executive buy in, it's on to … "We … Read more on Healthcare IT News
Posted by jaymepobre748 May - 28 - 2015ADD COMMENTS
Is This the Biggest Big Data Company You Have Never Heard of?
But if more healthcare or financial services providers adopted these methods, it could lead to some sections of society being excluded from deals which could make a real difference to their health or bank balance. Acxiom has responded to privacy … Read more on Smart Data Collective
Building An Omni-Channel Banking Experience Around Digital Natives
In his annual letter to shareholders, Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, warned that technology companies armed with smart people, deep pockets and big data are aiming to reinvent the financial services market. While many in the industry consider … Read more on The Financial Brand
Just Say No to Bank Overdraft Fees
Banks with fewer assets don't have to report the data. Overdraft fees can add up quickly … Many large banks have been pitching this service to consumers over the past few years, touting the benefits of avoiding having a transaction declined because … Read more on Wall Street Journal (blog)
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YouTube Nation counts down the top video challenges of the year including what’s in my mouth, ghost pepper, and ice bucket. Let us know what you think of the… Video Rating: 4 / 5
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These Are the Marines' Biggest Challenges, 239 Years Later
Today the United States Marine Corps celebrates its 239th birthday. Marines and their families will remember the illustrious history of the Corps and renew their commitment to serve the nation, “In every clime and place.” Marines will also reflect on … Read more on Defense One
Inmate Abu-Jamal Challenges Victim-Anguish Law
An outspoken Pennsylvania inmate sued Monday to overturn a recently enacted law the state's governor says curbs criminals from cultivating "obscene celebrity" at the expense of their victims. Mumia Abu-Jamal, fellow inmates and prisoner-rights groups … Read more on ABC News
Local student looks past challenges to future at NASA
“My challenges aren't much different than what anyone else has to do. It can be challenging whatever you're up against. Don't try to solve any large problem or some unsolved equation, you just get up and have little victories every day. Those little … Read more on Morning Star