- The goal of this project was to briefly research two topics regarding cloud computing, and to create an outlet to display knowledge of cloud computing. I learned a lot about the future prospects of cloud computing, and how cloud computing will change in the future. I also learned about how cloud computing is constantly changing, and how we need to find solutions to new problems in the field. It is an interesting field that has many possible uses, and will continue to evolve in the future.
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Goals- the main goal for this project was for the professor to understand that we understand what we got from this class. Some of the topics that he asked us to speak about was : big data, artificial intelligence, SQL, etc. there were many more topics but these were some that stuck out to me. I chose to speak about Artificial Intelligence because I wanted to get more knowledge as to how AI correlated to difference databases and how AI is important to us in todays society.
my paper: Extra Credit
MIS2502 Data Analytics Optional Assignment
Text Mining and Sentiment Analysis Data Analytics Project
For this Data and Analytics project, students were expected to research a current Data Analytics topic and write a short overview of their topic, how the it relates to material discussed in class, and an real world example of how this idea is used in practice. After quickly researching many suggested topics, I was became interested in text mining and sentiment analysis and wanted to explore these ideas further. I learned what sentiment analysis is, the purpose and importance of this technology, and how it is applied in a business setting. I would love to experiment with and even work with text mining and sentiment analysis in the future to learn more and become well versed in these topics. My full report and bibliography could be found here.
MIS 2502 Extra Credit
- The goal of this project was to research a topic that we did not learn about in depth in our MIS 2502 class. The topic we picked had to correlate with our class materials in some way. I chose to discuss big data because I am highly interested in it. MIS 2502 extra credit assignment
ProPoints Project
This project was for students to learn about a topic related to MIS that we did not have the opportunity to learn in class. I wrote about the topic of artificial intelligence and how that relates to data analytics.
Internet of Things
The goal for this project was to analyze and research a topic based on Data Analytics. Upon further research on different topics, the Internet of Things (IoT) resonated with me as it functions in our day-to-day lives. As society advances technologically, IoT plays a major role in connecting all the dots for a better tomorrow. The system of interrelated, internet-connected objects can analyze, collect, and respond to data over the internet without human intervention. Many companies such as Google have started to roll out services of IoT due to its effectiveness in the workplace. Corporations have been seeing the importance of IoT as it reduces the cost margin for many operations, creating an efficient work structure. The Internet of Things is steadily improving and adopted into our lives and the corporate world.
MIS2502: Data Analytics Optional Extra Credit Assignment
Mike McGill
Prof. Raven
MIS 2502
4/11/21
MIS2502: Data Analytics
Optional Extra Credit Assignment
In the modern business efficiency has become the name of the game. With this big of an emphasis on the importance of maximizing efficiency more and more industries turn to technology to scrape any competitive edge. In MIS 2502 we are beginning to build the foundational tools of using data bases to reduce “redundancy”. On a larger scale in both production and data management businesses are expanding into pairing AI with Big Data to bring efficiency to a near frictionless point. Chemical companies like Solenis, have implemented AI to negate any waste in chemical application. Titans of business like Disney, are using Big Data analytics to predict market movements as if they were privy to tomorrow’s news. AI and Big Data are changing our definition of efficiency, and the companies that wield this power are holding the competitive edge in the modern business.
Artificial intelligence otherwise known as AI is the expansion of automated technology into areas that would normally require human input. AI is capable of predictive calculations as well as sorting data at a rate no longer matched by humans. In 2019 Solenis successfully released OPTIX Applied Intelligence an AI designed on the platform of ProcessMiner, with the goal to better the paper and pulp industry (1). Today, Solenis has seen great success with OPTIX still continuously increasing the product quality while reducing the usage of raw materials as well as water and energy consumption in the mills that bring in Solenis. With the algorithm set to perfection OPTIX makes certain that mills waste no bottom line in subpar batches of product. The predictive capabilities of this technology mean that any chemical input on Solenis’ end is done at the bare minimum needed to achieve success, so there are no wasted inputs of material in production. Beyond the monetary bottom line that the AI implementation of OPTIX will save a company when it comes to efficiently reducing waste, the modern world also has a huge demand for sustainability. Simply said, we live in a world of finite resources and AI ensures that none of those resources go to waste and the industrial process becomes a lot greener.
Big Data refers to every single bit of information that can be inputted and used for the benefit of business. Recently we learned how NoSQL can be used to sort through these inputs to answer specific questions. During our assignments we sorted through a few hundreds of fake inputs and answered trivial questions. Disney on the other hand is sorting their Big Data analytics with an Affective AI. This allows them to accurately gauge the potential consumer appeal of unreleased products at a more precise level than what normal market tests can provide (2).
Big Data and AI are no longer a thing of the future. In fact, companies that steer away from their benefits are falling further and further behind. In the ever-increasing demand for optimization in business, technology is seemingly the only path for a competitive company to stay afloat.
Works Cited
- “OPTIX AI Helps Paper Mill Operations.” Solenis, 22 Feb. 2021,
- “Big Data Behind Disney Magic.” Digital Innovation and Transformation, 13 Nov. 2019,
digital.hbs.edu/platform-digit/submission/big-data-behind-disney-magic/.
April 2021 – Chair’s Message
While we look to the summer and fall with hope for returning to normal, I am proud of what our students, faculty, and staff have accomplished during a challenging year.
I am pleased to highlight two significant achievements, one from our faculty and one from our students. First, Temple MIS faculty were the most prolific in the world in 2020, according to the Association for Information Systems’ List of High-Quality Journals. This accomplishment reflects the dedication and diverse research interests of our faculty.
Second, the Temple University Student Chapter of the Association for Information Systems (Temple AIS) won Student Chapter of the Year for the 2019-2020 academic year. Read about how Temple AIS continues to excel amid a challenging year, fulfilling its mission to its members and the larger community.
We feature professor Aleksi Aaltonen, who studies how people work with data in real-world business settings. Learn how his work goes beyond analytics to investigate the problems caused by big data and how companies should solve them.
Read about how our new, innovative undergraduate course in user experience (UX) design prepares our majors for the workplace. You’ll hear from two recent graduates who have used the UX skills they learned in their careers.
We also profile three of our alumni. Read about how Thomas Steigerwald (BBA ’10) applies the lessons he learned in the Temple MIS program to succeed in multiple roles at Lamps.com. You will also learn how MS in Information Technology Auditing and Cyber Security alumni James Foggie (MS ’19) and Magaly Perez (MS ’17) used their degree to pivot into new careers.
This year has certainly been unique, but it has also been gratifying to see our students and faculty continue to achieve extraordinary success.
Temple AIS wins Student Chapter of the Year
The Temple University Student Chapter of the Association for Information Systems (Temple AIS) has won Student Chapter of the Year for the 2019-2020 academic year. The Student Chapter of the Year Award is the highest award given to an AIS chapter. According to the AIS Student Chapter website, it is given to a chapter “that has demonstrated an exceptional, well-rounded, and organized program.”
“We are truly honored to receive this award on behalf of this year’s and last year’s leadership team,” said Kevin Publicover, senior MIS major and president of Temple AIS. “Keeping our members engaged was a big challenge during the pandemic, but we were able to successfully pivot online last Spring and keep our organization going this year.”
“I’m proud of what Temple AIS’ leadership has been able to accomplish during a difficult year,” said Steven Sclarow, assistant professor of MIS and faculty advisor for the student chapter, “This award reflects the hard work of the entire team.”
Temple AIS has many activities that provide their members professional development opportunities that also serve the broader community. Notable initiatives include creating a coding club for middle school students at the Tanner Duckrey School in North Philadelphia and launching the Optimize Consulting Group, which provides pro-bono technology services to non-profits.
Student Chapter of the Year is the highest honor Temple AIS has received since 2015 when they won Distinguished Student Chapter, the second-highest honor for a student chapter. Temple AIS previously won Student Chapter of the Year in 2013.
The organization will be recognized at the virtual 2021 AIS Student Chapter Leadership Conference on April 9 and 10. More information can be found on the AIS Student Chapter website.
