This document outlines a presentation on big data and cognitive computing. It includes 3 modules: 1) Big Data, 2) Big Data Applications, and 3) Beyond Big Data. Module 1 covers technological factors, metaphors, business factors, and perspectives related to big data. Module 2 focuses on applications like customer analytics and social media analysis. Module 3 discusses cognitive computing, IBM Watson, and related technologies like cognitive advisors. The presentation emphasizes how data has become a new competitive advantage and engine of digital transformation.