Why Data Science Projects Fail : The Harsh Realities of Implementing AI and Analytics, without the Hype
(Author) Douglas GrayThe field of artificial intelligence, data science, and analytics is crippling itself. Exaggerated promises of unrealistic technologies, simplifications of complex projects, and marketing hype are leading to an erosion of trust in one of our most critical approaches to making decisions: data driven. This book aims to fix this by countering the AI hype with a dose of realism. Written by two experts in the field, the authors firmly believe in the power of mathematics, computing, and analytics, but if false expectations are set and practitioners and leaders don't fully understand everything that really goes into data science projects, then a stunning 80% (or more) of analytics projects will continue to fail, costing enterprises and society hundreds of billions of dollars, and leading to non-experts abandoning one of the most important data-driven decision-making capabilities altogether. For the first time, business leaders, practitioners, students, and interested laypeople will learn what really makes a data science project successful. By illustrating with many personal stories, the authors reveal the harsh realities of implementing AI and analytics.
Douglas Gray
Douglas Gray is a renowned British literary scholar and critic known for his expertise in Shakespearean studies. He has published numerous works on Shakespeare, including "Themes and Conventions of Elizabethan Tragedy" and "Shakespeare's Late Comedies: A Reading." Gray's analytical approach to Shakespeare's works has greatly influenced the field of literary criticism, particularly in understanding the complexities of Shakespeare's plays. His meticulous research and insightful interpretations have earned him a reputation as a leading authority on Shakespearean literature. One of his most famous works is "The Oxford Anthology of English Literature: Volume I: The Middle Ages through the Eighteenth Century," which showcases his deep knowledge and appreciation for English literature. Gray's contributions to the study of Shakespeare and English literature have left a lasting impact on the field, solidifying his legacy as a distinguished scholar and critic.