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This course introduces you to decision support systems with analysis methods using spreadsheets and artificial neural networks. The course also introduces the idea of Decision Trees and Decision Tables in the end.

This course is designed with the purpose of making the participant an effective user as well as a builder of Decision Support systems (DSS). The course is application oriented and particularly focused towards solving semi-structured decision problems faced by managers in manufacturing and service organizations. INTENDED AUDIENCE :Management, Industrial and Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and related disciplines. PREREQUISITES :No Pre-requisitesINDUSTRIES SUPPORT :Tata Group of Industries, Multinationals, L&T, and similar such manufacturing and service organizations including IT companies

Machine learning systems used in Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS) require further external validation, calibration analysis, assessment of bias and fairness. In this course, the main concepts of machine learning evaluation adopted in CDSS will be explained. Furthermore, decision curve analysis along with human-centred CDSS that need to be explainable will be discussed. Finally, privacy concerns of deep learning models and potential adversarial attacks will be presented along with the vision for a new generation of explainable and privacy-preserved CDSS.

Within this 1-hour long guided project you will learn how to create decision-support interactive dashboards merging economic and spatial data with Qlik Sense. These types of dashboards graphically represent the best locations for data-driven decisions. You will learn how to: - Connect multiple distinct data sources to a common data pool - Elaborate interactive data visualizations and perform data discoveries - Display spatial data using data density overlaid on a map You will build an interactive dashboard to support the decision on where are the best spots to setup a new petrol station. To facilitate this decision, you will display all current petrol stations on a interactive map with their historical prices. This dashboard will assist in identifying the most suitable locations for each customer segment to set up a new petrol station. The course is aimed to provide a guided introduction on how to create interactive dashboards with Qlik Sense and no previous knowledge is required. After completing the course you will be able to create decision-support interactive dashboards to support data-driven decisions with minimal cognitive load by decision makers.

Module 1: Discover the Anomaly Detector service that is part of the Azure Decision services offerings.After completing this module, you will be able to:Describe the Anomaly Detector serviceBriefly describe how Anomaly Detector worksDescribe when to use Anomaly Detector

Explore the process of operationalizing data science for advanced decision support in this comprehensive conference talk from PASS Data Community Summit. Learn how to leverage modern computing power and Microsoft Azure Machine Learning services to create sophisticated predictive models for data classification, anomaly detection, and behavior prediction. Follow a case study to understand how to select impactful projects, set prediction targets, and optimize data usage for maximum results. Discover best practices for developing, monitoring, and maintaining predictive models throughout their lifecycle. Gain insights on integrating these models into your organization's architecture to enhance decision-making capabilities across all levels. Delve into data engineering principles and cutting-edge tools that enable the creation of a robust data science framework, paving the way for pervasive predictive analytics in your organization.

Discover the extra advantage of any Business. A practical step by step guide to Marketing Information and Research. What you'll learn: Ten steps process to Market ResearchLearn to do a MR briefDesign effective questionnairesLearn research metodologiesDiscover the role of dataUse Chat GPT to speed up Marketing Research ++NOW UPDATED WITHCHATGPTFORMARKETINGRESEARCH++ Our presentation is designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills to leverage AI/CHAT GPT for turbocharging your marketing research. Our comprehensive slides offer precise prompts to guide you through various tasks, such as collecting and presenting publicly available data, creating buyer personas, identifying competitors, and uncovering untapped market opportunities. With our guidance, you can confidently accelerate your marketing research and stay ahead of the curve. SECTION 7 COMPLETE SLIDE SETS FOR MARKETING RESEARCH AND DIGITAL MARKETING RESEARCH - OVER 350 PAGES OF AWESOME VALUE.Want to discover the inner Extra Profit in any Business? Then this is the course for you.With the information explosion that has accompanied the development of the internet there is often a fallacy that any information that is required can be found via Google. A professional approach to supporting marketing decisions with well grounded information requires the skills that are included in this course. The course is intended as a practical step by step guide to market research, to provide a structure for those who plan to undertake a research project or may wish to commission an agency to conduct research on their behalf. Each of the stages of the market research process are covered individually- starting with an understanding that market research is not the same as " see what you can find" on a particular topic or issue- but rather a structured and systematic approach to building a picture which can support business decisions, form part of a business development or act as a foundation for marketing strategy.DIGITAL MARKETING RESEARCHContinuous Marketing research should be the focus of any company. No matter how Big or how Small you are, knowing what your customer thinks, how the market evolves, what your competitors are doing should be your constant priority. After this course you will be able to answer the following key-questionsIn a world of Multi-Device Multi-Tasking, do we know how your customer deals with all of this?What Analytics is telling us about how our customers are using your website?Are they concerned about Privacy?What Social Media do they use most, and how?Do you understand the Psychology of your customers?Digital Marketing Research has made all of this possible without spending a fortune!

Discover the psychology behind decision-making! Learn to overcome biases, tackle uncertainty, and master thinking strategies for better choices in work and life. Gain real-world insights to make empowered decisions.Understand the Monty Hall Problem to refine problem-solving skillsIdentify and overcome cognitive biases like Narrow Framing and Loss AversionBalance intuitive (System 1) and analytical (System 2) thinkingTackle uncertainty with confidence to seize new opportunitiesAnalyze the Halo Effect and its influence on impressionsGain inspiration from real-world cases like Netflix's HR reinventionApply decision-making strategies in the Tentacle Tents projectEnhance personal and professional decision-making abilities

Module 1: In this module, we'll introduce you to Azure Content Moderator and show how to use it for text moderationIn this module, you'll: Learn what text content moderation is. Learn about key features of Azure Content Moderator for text moderation. Test moderation of text with the web-based API testing console. Module 2: In this module, you'll learn how to use Azure AI Personalizer to make recommendations.By the end of this module, you'll be able to: Create an Azure AI Personalizer resource Configure a learning loop and learning behavior Import and export learning and model settings Use inference explainability and run evaluations

In today's globalized world, effective communication among countries and international agencies relies on transferable and compatible technical data. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) provide industry-standard technology and file formats essential for data standardization. GIS integrates graphic software tools and relational data types, widely used by professionals in fields like urban planning, property appraisal, environmental management, and emergency response. It combines vector data (points, lines, polygons) and raster data (remote sensing data with GPS coordinates) to offer powerful decision-making tools for various projects. This course is intended for team leaders, supervisors, and managers overseeing individuals and teams, as well as academia and technical staff being trained in the latest GIS tools and data. It also targets staff and managers working in technical areas where maps are integral to their functions. Participants should have a basic understanding of cartography, cardinal points, coordinate systems, and Windows GUI. A spatially oriented mindset and some knowledge of geography are also recommended. By the end of this course, learners will acquire essential concepts of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), identify and analyze various GIS data types and the roles of GIS professionals, apply these concepts to real-world decision-making scenarios, and explore GIS data available in public access databases across different geographic levels.

Explore a seminar presentation on pandemic decision support, focusing on importation models and travel restriction measures. Gain insights from Zahra Mohammadi of Memorial University and University of Guelph as she discusses crucial strategies for managing disease spread across borders. Delve into the complexities of modeling virus importation and learn about the effectiveness of various travel-related interventions during global health crises.

Learn how to transform data into actionable insights for effective decision-making in this comprehensive 53-minute talk. Explore a systematic process that integrates machine learning techniques to improve decision-making capabilities and move closer to prescriptive analytics. Discover how to identify key performance indicators, decompose them into actionable metrics, and determine the levers that influence these metrics. Understand the role of uncertainty in decision-making and how machine learning can help embrace it in a data-driven manner. Delve into topics such as types of analysis, decision components, funnels, A/B testing, and supervised machine learning. Gain valuable insights on translating data into impactful decisions that drive business value.

This podcast episode from Stanford's AI in Medicine series features hosts Justin Norden and Matthew Lungren in conversation with Dr. Graham Walker, Co-Director of Advanced Development at Kaiser Permanente, exploring the latest developments in healthcare AI. Discover how GPT-4.5 and other AI models are transforming medicine through incremental improvements in performance and reduced hallucination rates. Examine the growing adoption of AI for clinical decision support among physicians, with up to a third already incorporating these tools into their practice. Learn about AI's revolutionary potential in medical education, from personalized learning experiences to communication coaching that challenges traditional training models. Explore the ethical dilemmas and regulatory considerations surrounding AI-driven medication prescribing, which may require rethinking healthcare delivery systems and professional licensure frameworks. This 36-minute discussion provides valuable insights into both the promising advancements and persistent limitations of AI in healthcare settings.

Explore the intersection of genetics and psychiatric treatments through an in-depth examination of pharmacogenetic decision support tools in this 57-minute WVCTSI Project ECHO Psychiatry presentation. Gain valuable insights into how genetic factors influence the efficacy and side effects of psychiatric medications, and learn about cutting-edge tools that can help clinicians make more informed treatment decisions. Discover the potential of personalized medicine in psychiatry and understand how pharmacogenetic testing can optimize patient outcomes by tailoring medication choices to individual genetic profiles.

Accounting information is the lifeblood of the organization as it facilitates and influences operational and strategic decisions intended to achieve organizational goals. Organizations benefit from three decision-oriented roles of accounting: measurement, control, and communication. This course provides an introduction to accounting’s measurement role inside of an organization and how accountants communicate information that helps managers and employees make operational decisions. In particular, you will learn how cost information is created and organized to help managers and employees conduct profitability analyses, develop and choose products, make pricing decisions, and make common business decisions. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to: • Identify the nature, purpose, and importance of different types of decision-useful accounting information. • Create, organize, and communicate cost information to best suit common operational decisions. • Use accounting information to manage products, control costs, and leverage other drivers of operational success. If you enjoy this business course and are interested in an MBA, consider applying to the iMBA, a flexible, fully-accredited online MBA at an incredibly competitive price offered by the University of Illinois. For more information, please see the Resource page in this course and onlinemba.illinois.edu.

Learn about advanced geo-hydrologic modeling techniques for coastal barrier island management in this conference presentation focusing on Sapelo Island, Georgia. Explore how LiDAR-based elevation models, gSSURGO data, and NAIP landuse classification are utilized to analyze erosion patterns and watershed characteristics. Discover the implementation of ArcHydro software on ArcGIS Pro for micro-watershed delineation and stream network mapping, along with RUSLE model development for spatial soil erosion assessment. Examine the application of QSWAT-based hydrologic modeling to determine streamflow and sediment variations in barrier island environments. Gain insights into how these combined modeling approaches provide crucial decision support tools for environmental managers responsible for preserving and managing coastal barrier islands.

Explore the ethical dimensions of mathematical modeling in this 47-minute lecture examining how models inform critical decisions across climate change, finance, and epidemics. Learn about the inherent limitations of mathematical models as imperfect representations of reality, including their partial nature, uncertainty, and potential biases. Discover what constitutes responsible modeling practices and understand how ethical frameworks can be applied to emerging AI modeling methods. Examine the challenges of using models for decision support when they cannot perfectly capture real-world complexity. Gain insights into developing more responsible approaches to mathematical modeling that acknowledge limitations while maximizing utility for decision-makers across various sectors.

Watch a 19-minute conference presentation from the Georgia Water Resources Conference that demonstrates the development of an automated geospatial model for predicting flood potential in Hall County, GA. Learn how climate change-induced flooding and flash flooding events can be better anticipated through analysis of soil characteristics, topography, land use, precipitation patterns, and historical storm data. Explore the methodology of processing various geospatial datasets using ArcGIS Pro ModelBuilder and Python scripting to create vulnerability maps. Understand how the Delphi-based weighting system was implemented to enhance prediction accuracy, and see how the model's results were validated against actual flooding events since 2010. Gain insights into a replicable approach that environmental managers and stakeholders can use to implement proactive flood mitigation measures in their regions.

Discover valuable insights on strategic decision-making in this 18-minute TEDx talk by Lisa McNulty, an experienced business leader with over 30 years of international expertise. Learn practical tips for navigating complex choices as McNulty draws from her extensive career, including her role as partner and Vice Chair of Deloitte LLP. Explore techniques for making and managing significant decisions that can have long-lasting impacts on your personal and professional life. Gain perspective on how to approach big decisions with confidence, drawing from McNulty's experiences leading high-performing teams across the UK, Europe, Southeast Asia, and Saudi Arabia.

Explore the transformative power of timely decision-making in this 14-minute TEDx talk by Sourabh Raj Kashyap. Discover why, when, and how to make decisions that can significantly alter the course of your life. Learn from Kashyap's inspiring journey as an education advocate who built seven renowned schools and provides free education to thousands of girls across villages in Kangra, Himachal. Gain insights into how embracing advanced technologies and making crucial choices can lead to remarkable achievements in promoting quality education and social impact.