SPOTFIRE investigating related information to find the root cause of that problem.”
While many software tools offer statistical calculations, machine learning capabilities or real-time monitoring, the Spotfire differentiator is how it brings together these elements to enhance human-computer interaction.
Brad continues:“ We combine these capabilities in a unique way that lets engineers and scientists use their expertise, but maybe even more importantly, their creativity.
“ They can explore, they can ask new questions and bring to bear statistical models, visualisation and real-time predictions. Spotfire helps people be at their most productive.”
Brad emphasises that Spotfire is designed for“ smart people” – engineers and scientists with specialised knowledge who need tools that magnify their ability to ask and answer questions.
Limitations without visual data science Manufacturers without access to visual data science platforms face significant challenges when dealing with the variety and complexity of data in modern manufacturing environments.
“ None of that data is square – it’ s all different shapes and sizes,” says Brad.“ You need to relate data across; you need to visualise the correlations; you need to calculate across those relationships; and then you often
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