IBM Watson is a question answering computer system built using natural language processing, information retrieval, knowledge representation and machine learning technologies. It contains over 2,880 processors and was developed using IBM's DEEPqa technology to generate hypotheses and interpret large amounts of input data. Watson has various business applications such as oncology research, customer service, and machine learning capabilities.
3. Watson is a question answering computer
system capable of answering questions posed
in natural language.
Built to apply advanced natural language
processing, information retrieval, knowledge
representation, automated reasoning, and
machine learning technologies to the field of
open domain question answering.
What is IBM Watson?
4. - 2,880 Massive power7 processors
- Built on IBMs DEEPqa
technology
- Used for hypothesis
generation and interpretation
of the many inputs it receives
- SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11
- Maintains security and stability
Specifications
5. - Knowledge studio
- Consolidation
- Oncology
- Cancer treatments
- Research
- Machine Learning
- Trend Identification
- Watson Explorer
Business Applications
6. - AI Capabilities
- Advice to consumers
- Fluid (Online shopping)
- Welltok (Health)
- Developmental Aide
- Customer Service
- Hospitality
Potential for Growth
7. - In what area(s) of business is Watson
applicable or not applicable? Why?
- How could Watson potentially improve
day-to-day business functions?
- How is this relevant to us as information
systems developers?
Questions? Qualms? Queries?