Data Partitioning Methods
Data partitioning methods involve dividing a large dataset into smaller, more
manageable parts. This can improve processing efficiency and enable parallel
processing.
Introduction to Hierarchical Methods
Visual Representation Cluster Formation
Hierarchical methods organize data in a tree-like Hierarchical clustering groups similar data points
structure, making it easier to visualize and into clusters based on their distances from each
understand complex relationships. other, allowing for intuitive pattern recognition.
Hierarchical Clustering
Grouping Hierarchical clustering forms groups in a
hierarchy, where clusters can consist of sub-
clusters.
Algorithm Types Hierarchical clustering can be agglomerative
or divisive, offering flexibility in cluster
creation.
Agglomerative Clustering
1 Bottom-Up Approach 2 Similarity Measures
Agglomerative clustering starts with It assesses the similarity between data
individual data points forming small points and progressively combines the
clusters, then merges them into larger most similar ones.
clusters.
Divisive Clustering
2 4
High-Level Separation Iterative Approach
Divisive clustering begins with one cluster It iteratively divides clusters into sub-clusters
containing all data points, then separates them based on certain criteria.
into smaller clusters.
Transactional Patterns
Pattern Identification Market Basket Analysis
Transactional patterns analyze groups of items Understanding transactional patterns aids in
bought together, revealing valuable insights for market basket analysis for targeted promotions
businesses. and inventory management.
Temporal Based Frequent Patterns
Time Sequence Analysis Event Frequency
Temporal based frequent pattern mining It focuses on the frequency of occurrence of
involves discovering recurring patterns over events within specific time intervals, offering
time to identify trends and anomalies. insights into seasonal trends and time-bound
behaviors.
Sequential Pattern Mining
Sequential Relationships Association Rules
It identifies sequences of events or Sequential pattern mining often utilizes
itemsets that frequently co-occur, association rule mining to find meaningful
providing valuable information for correlations between different events or
process optimization and customer items.
behavior analysis.
Conclusion
1 Insightful Data Analysis 2 Business Applications
From data partitioning to sequential The derived patterns and insights can be
pattern mining, the various methods offer utilized for business intelligence,
comprehensive analysis of complex enhancing decision-making and strategy
datasets. development.