Converting Mobile Sensing in Data and Data into Action

The proliferation of wearable sensor platforms (Jawbone, Fit Bit, Smart Watches) and sensor rich Smart Phones have produced a torrent of real time sensed signals that is interpreted to produce data (e.g. Sleep quality, step count). Often the volume of this data overwhelms users. Visualization is an effective way to summarize data and observe trends. This is especially valuable when someone, such as a doctor, has to monitor a large number of people. When a human expert is not available, a Virtual Coach can provide feedback and guidance. Virtual coaches can recognize actions, correct errors, recognize emotions, and provide motivation. We will illustrate how these two technologies can effectively convert data into action in dozens of real applications. Examples include monitoring physiological parameters, identifying trends, providing guidance, correcting errors, and motivating. We will conclude with a projection of future Virtual Coaches.