Effectiveness evaluation of regression models for predictive data-mining

In predictive data mining, the choice of technique to use in analysing a data set depends on the understanding of the analyst. In most cases, a lot of time is wasted in trying every single prediction technique in a bid to find the best solution that fits the analyst's needs. Hence, with the advent of improved and modified prediction techniques, there is a need for an analyst to know which tool performs best for a particular type of data set.