Summary and key takeaways

By telling you the story of our initial data journey, I’ve unfolded three invaluable insights. These insights not only guided our path but transformed the way we perceived data within our organization. Even more importantly, they helped to address immediate issues with the data, win the trust of the business stakeholders, and set the foundation for future growth.

Takeaway 1 – becoming the change agent

Imagine a scenario where business units in your organization feel like islands, disconnected and isolated. This was our reality. My first insight is about becoming a catalyst for change – a change agent who bridges these disconnected units using data as a common language.

You don’t need a formal mandate for this; all you need is the determination to influence and advise.

Over time, this influence will earn your trust, making you a trusted advisor. By raising awareness about the importance of data, you will ignite a spark...