Oracle

Definition

In the context of mergers and acquisitions within information technology trends, an oracle refers to a source of crucial data or predictive analytics that informs business decisions. It specifically denotes advanced databases or software systems capable of complex processing and forecasting, which guide companies in their strategic moves during mergers and acquisitions.

Related terms

Predictive Analytics: The use of data, statistical algorithms, and machine learning techniques to identify the likelihood of future outcomes based on historical data.

Database Management System (DBMS): Software that enables the creation, storage, organization, and retrieval of data from a database.

Strategic Planning: The process by which organizations define their direction and make decisions on allocating resources to pursue this strategy