Big Data means different to different industry e.g. to computer manufacturers, big data analytics could mean demand for expensive servers and storage arrays; to the communications or cloud industry, the movement of data. But, for general people it means Big Data Analytics. The impact of change could be far-reaching and unpredictable. The budget spent on advertising via electronic, print and display media could costs double for data collection and analysis with impact which is immense. In the age of analytical marketing, we see firms collect more and more data in order to fine tune their analysis and increase competitive edge. To know more, follow Barry Schaeffer (principal consultant with Content Life Cycle Consulting)’s article link: http://www.cmswire.com/cms/big-data/look-before-you-leap-into-the-big-data-revolution-026873.php