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Machine Learning

ML

Machine Learning (ML) is a subfield of artificial intelligence where algorithms learn from data to recognize patterns and make predictions — without being explicitly programmed. ML encompasses supervised learning (with labels), unsupervised learning (clustering), and reinforcement learning (through rewards), forming the foundation of all modern AI systems.

Why does this matter?

ML is no longer a future technology but an operational reality: fraud detection in finance, demand forecasting in logistics, customer segmentation in marketing. Mid-sized businesses benefit most when ML is applied to existing, well-structured company data — that is where untapped potential lies.

How IJONIS uses this

We implement ML solutions built on your company data: forecasting models, classifiers, and anomaly detection. Our approach always starts with a data quality analysis — because no algorithm compensates for bad data. We use scikit-learn, XGBoost, and PyTorch depending on problem complexity.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much data is needed before machine learning pays off?
For classical ML models (regression, classification), a few thousand data points often suffice. What matters is data quality and representativeness, not sheer volume. We analyze your data situation upfront and give an honest assessment of whether ML adds value.
What is the difference between AI and machine learning?
AI is the umbrella term for systems that exhibit intelligent behavior. Machine learning is a method to realize AI — and by far the most successful one currently. Other AI approaches like expert systems or symbolic AI play a minor role in practice.

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