Excellent Science in the Digital Age
What was impact?
The collaboration of data, analyzation of data, and open sharing of the data, creates an environment where multiple researchers and scientists may be able to openly and effectively communicate their ideas and findings. Having access to supercomputing technologies, without having to be in one specific location in order to access/use these, has positively impacted the research community. By using this new approach, Dr. Schadt is now capable as well as others, “to collaborate with others who want to use this technology for their research (Tom).” Exploring methods that have worked or haven’t worked, positively impact the research community as the widespread sharing of information is a valuable asset.
Question #3: If you were advising a company trying to make a decision about cloud computing for key business applications, what would you advise and why?
If I were advising a company trying to make a decision about cloud computing for key business applications, I would first advise based on the amount of data which cloud system would be best fit for their business needs. A supercomputer with extreme amounts of space and storage may not be conducive for all business or organizations, as some companies rely less on data than others, and at the same time, some companies rely heavily on data, but isn’t enough to incorporate such a large IT infrastructure. Cloud computing makes data accessible for any and all employees, who can view and analyze others information as well as their own, leading to better overall business performance and effective collaboration/communications.
Tom Junod, “Adventures in Extreme Science,” Esquire Magazine (March 22, 2011)
The collaboration of data, analyzation of data, and open sharing of the data, creates an environment where multiple researchers and scientists may be able to openly and effectively communicate their ideas and findings. Having access to supercomputing technologies, without having to be in one specific location in order to access/use these, has positively impacted the research community. By using this new approach, Dr. Schadt is now capable as well as others, “to collaborate with others who want to use this technology for their research (Tom).” Exploring methods that have worked or haven’t worked, positively impact the research community as the widespread sharing of information is a valuable asset.
Question #3: If you were advising a company trying to make a decision about cloud computing for key business applications, what would you advise and why?
If I were advising a company trying to make a decision about cloud computing for key business applications, I would first advise based on the amount of data which cloud system would be best fit for their business needs. A supercomputer with extreme amounts of space and storage may not be conducive for all business or organizations, as some companies rely less on data than others, and at the same time, some companies rely heavily on data, but isn’t enough to incorporate such a large IT infrastructure. Cloud computing makes data accessible for any and all employees, who can view and analyze others information as well as their own, leading to better overall business performance and effective collaboration/communications.
Tom Junod, “Adventures in Extreme Science,” Esquire Magazine (March 22, 2011)