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The choice of the information system remains mostly the prerogative of the Group, and has remained stable between
2012 and 2015. We observe that the rate decreases for subsidiaries and small enterprises (with fewer than 100
employees), with a rate of 64% vs. 74% for other companies. Doubtless, this is a pragmatic decision to avoid giving
small enterprises a complex ERP.
Fig. 28 Choice of management information system
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Big Data is tomorrow, for large groups and SMEs alike
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Yoan Zuliani
, Finance Manager, HASAP
Big Data is in the news but not yet in the agenda
According to recent studies, Big Data technology seems to offer many opportunities to improve productivity, and to
become the key basis of competition and growth for companies. Nevertheless, our study reveals that 49% of
respondents have not heard about Big Data in their companies. Only 20% of respondents confirm having Big Data
technology as a priority.
The opportunities are counterbalanced by inherent risks, such as security, data protection, confidentiality, company
image, intellectual property, and reliability. To address these risks, companies will have to set in place the required
technologies and hire experts, in addition to changing their structure and adapting their processes. These changes
require significant investments that are the principal obstacle for Big Data technology implementation. The survey
confirms that the bigger the company, the greater the possibilities to invest and to start Big Data projects.
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