The document discusses the growing demand for data scientists and an insufficient supply to meet that demand. It notes that the value of the big data industry is expected to grow substantially by 2018 but that there is currently a shortage of over 140,000 people with needed analytical skills in the United States alone. Data scientist is described as the sexiest job of the 21st century. Reasons for the gap between supply and demand include the field being relatively new and traditional university programs not adequately preparing students across disciplines needed. Data science bootcamps are presented as a way to help address the gap by rapidly training professionals from STEM fields and providing opportunities for career changes or advances.