New technologies, especially disruptive ones, bring with them new business models, new forms of measurement, new modes of communication and ultimately entirely new practices.

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The rise in the volume, variety, and velocity of data, the arrival of many new types of analytical tools all across the business intelligence value chain, and the emergence of new forms of computer science dedicated to data processing such as Hadoop, has created a vacuum.

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Many talent agents are watching the bottom line more closely as new forms of film distribution, such as streaming, threaten to upend the entertainment business.

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These companies are exploring new business models, the benefits of printing books on demand and the various forms of e-book delivery.

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The museums, two of the world's most prominent, said in a joint statement the New York-based e-business would provide Internet access for people to learn about and purchase many forms of art and architectural models and design objects, beginning in late 2000 or early 2001.

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