1) Cognitive computing systems use algorithms and digital knowledge to enable intelligent insights and actions. They learn and interact naturally with users to extend human and machine capabilities.
2) Drivers of cognitive analytics include growing data from technology innovation, complex databases, and platforms like cloud and mobile. Implications are systems will scale across devices and disrupt business processes, transforming society.
3) Cognitive systems differ from traditional computing by being adaptive, contextual, iterative, and interactive as they learn from data.