What is Machine Learning?

Machine learning technology teaches computers how to perform tasks by learning from data – instead of being explicitly programmed.

Machine learning uses sophisticated algorithms to “learn” from massive volumes of Big Data. The more data the algorithms can access, the more they can learn. Real-world machine learning examples are everywhere. Think of personalized product recommendations on Amazon, facial recognition on Facebook, or fastest route suggestions in Google Maps.

Benefits of machine learning in business:

• Faster decisions
  Machine learning algorithms can prioritize and automate decision making. They can also flag opportunities and smart actions that should be taken immediately – so you can achieve the best results.
• Adaptability
  Artificial intelligence doesn’t just look at historical data. It can process real-time inputs – so you can adjust on the fly. Think of cars that can automatically stop before rear-ending another vehicle.
• Algorithmic business
  An “algorithmic business” uses advanced machine learning algorithms to achieve a high level of automation. Making the shift can pave the way for innovative new business models, products, and services.
• Deeper insights
  Machine learning can analyze big, complex, and streaming data, and find insights – including predictive insights – that are beyond human capabilities. It can then trigger actions based on those insights.
• Efficiency
  With smart, machine learning-supported business processes, you can dramatically improve efficiency. Plan and forecast accurately, automate tasks, reduce costs, and even eliminate human error.
• Better outcomes
  From triggering smart actions based on new opportunities and risks, to accurately predicting the results of a decision before it is made – machine learning can help you drive better business outcomes.

SAP Leonardo Machine Learning Foundation

Create, run, consume, and maintain machine self-learning apps with ease by using algorithms that require no data-science skills. The foundation connects developers, partners, and customers to machine learning technology through SAP Cloud Platform. With our latest release, we’ve expanded the set of capabilities – making it even simpler, and giving you more flexibility, to integrate AI into your business.