Big data is characterized by the 3 Vs - volume, velocity, and variety. The document discusses how big data is growing exponentially due to factors like the internet of things. Key enablers of big data include data storage, computation capacity, and data availability. Addressing big data requires technologies, techniques, and talent across the value chain of aggregating, analyzing, and consuming data to derive value. However, big data also presents management challenges around decision making, change management, technology clashes, and skills shortages. The document provides an example of how big data could help sales professionals better prepare for client meetings.
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