Big Data: A Foundational Explanation

This paper provides an overview of the models and techniques that can be used to understand the implications for the science and practice of Big Data analytics. So long as innovations in data processing and storage capabilities continue, Big Data models and the technologies that enable them will also continue to evolve. By asking a series of fundamental questions pertaining to Big Data, the paper provides insight into the driving factors for Big Data implementations, borrowing from the principles in the fields of data science and data analytics.