Data processing

But efficiency -- in all things -- is needed now more than at any other time, and it is our ability to process data -- data into information, information into knowledge, and knowledge into wisdom -- that will shape our world in profound and wonderful ways. When everyone has had a chance to step back and rethink their priorities, the essential nature of data, data analysis, and data mining will be more greatly appreciated.

http://www.fastcompany.com/articles/2009/01/gary-flake-career.html