Added-value interfaces to asteroid photometric and spectroscopic data in the Gaia database

Abstract We present two added-value interfaces (AVIs) for analyzing photometric and spectroscopic data observed by the Gaia satellite. The Gaia Added-Value Interface for Temporal Analysis (GAVITEA) is used to calculate an estimate for the spin state and shape of an asteroid from its photometric data, and the Gaia Added-Value Interface for Spectral Classification (GAVISC) provides tools to define the taxonomic type and surface absorption coefficient based on spectroscopic asteroid data. Computations are mainly carried out using well-known methods of asteroid data analysis but the AVIs also offer the possibility to test novel methods that are specifically developed for analyzing temporally sparse photometric data, typical for Gaia.Peer reviewe

Roadmap to Digital Transformation

Today, digital transformation is everywhere. The digital opportunities are evolving faster than the pace of transformation in the organizations. To leverage these opportunities quicker and to overcome the possible challenges faster than the competitors, a growing number of organizations across different industries have systematically started to enhance their culture, operations, and capabilities for the workforce of the future. This phenomenon is called acceleration of digital transformation. This thesis focuses on determining clear path to the acceleration of digital transformation for the case company Huld Ltd by creating a roadmap that can be part of its growth strategy. This study utilizes the Applied action research along with qualitative research method, gathering qualitative data via questionnaires, interviews, publications, and other online channels analysis to find the best-fit solution to overcome the organization business challenges and reach its digital ambition. By assessing the current state of the existing digital transformation maturity of the case company, the study synthesizes the key areas to focus on in its digital transformation journey. A far more effective way for achieving better business outcomes is looking at the best practices the leaders as Accenture, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and McKinsey operate in accelerating digital transformation across their organization and to introduce their ways of working into the case company. As the outcome, this study suggests clear and effective ways to overcome the barriers on the path to digital acceleration when building a digital transformation roadmap. The roadmap defines three major elements needed to reach the digital transformation acceleration: implementing a systematic approach in decision making, building digital capabilities for the workforce of the future, and creating an agile culture and a new way of working. By doing these, the case company can better deliver relevant business outcomes to customers with fast payback and enhance employee performance