Editorial, Member Article

DataIQ Leaders briefing – From data for good to data for purpose

[…] from a national retail chain noted that switching the focus of its external D4G activities away from awareness raising and network building around women in data and technology towards a more educational focus on girls in school had caused some rifts internally. Similarly, the organisation had also re-aligned its D4G programme to have more […]

Editorial, Member Article

DataIQ Leaders briefing – Talent management in a time of crisis

[…] been a problem for many organisations based outside of London when competing for scarce skills. A digital financial services platform is headquartered in the Midlands, with a technology centre in London. It has used an emphasis on the upsides of living outside of the capital to appeal to candidates who might have young families […]

Editorial, Member Article

DataIQ Leaders briefing – Is the CDO still aiming for the board?

[…] of what I do.”) CIOs are viewed as having created a fear factor that led to an artificial distinction which may not be long lived. If the technology dimension is taken out of the CIO role, what is left is actually a CDO. By contrast, however, CDOs do not want ownership of the tech […]

Editorial, Member Article

DataIQ Leaders briefing – Squads and tribes

For data and analytics functions adopting agile as their way of working, a structure is also required for the people management dimension. Squads and tribes is an approach pioneered by Spotify in 2012 that is starting to transfer into this sector. This white paper explains the concept and how individuals fit into it.

Editorial, Member Article

DataIQ Leaders briefing – Managing agile analytics

[…] time, but that even its current incumbent has not yet seen this project reach fruition, leading to some discontent among business stakeholders. This underlines the issue with technology projects using waterfall development when they are applied in a business that needs to move fast. In addition, the same company’s teams of analysts are all […]

Editorial, Member Article

DataIQ Leaders primer – Data and analytics apprenticeships

[…] This undoubtedly reflects the much larger Trailblazer group involved in developing the standard – 68 organisations in total – covering public sector, national and local government, brands, technology vendors, associations and training institutes. Two more standards are in the process of being developed – Data technician (level 3) and Artificial intelligence data specialist degree […]

Editorial, Member Article

DataIQ Leaders briefing – Data value and data ethics

[…] been driving a need for more commonality of accounting practices between territories and the alignment of accountancy standards. At the same time, the rise of digital and technology companies which often have little in the shape of physical assets, yet command huge valuations, has made it ever more necessary to explain the difference. The […]

Editorial, Member Article

DataIQ Leaders briefing: Four Steps towards creating communities of practice

[…] retailer noted above runs a twice-yearly conference to which all 800 members of its CoPs are invited. Support for this was obtained via sponsorship from the company’s technology vendors. Step 3: Components of effective communities of practice To function effectively and to be sustainable, communities of practice need resourcing, support, engagement from leaders and […]

Editorial, Member Case Study

Case study: Comic Relief GDPR programme

Comic Relief made an early start on its GDPR compliance programme by creating a working party in November 2015. Its approach to data audits, privacy policies, data retention and staff training are an award-winning benchmark.

Editorial, Roundtable Writeup

Leaders discussion: Mental models of an effective analytics team

[…] management techniques, from incentives to conciliation, to keep a project on track and the team dynamic healthy. Google Team Effectiveness As might be expected from the digital technology giant, optimising the performance of its analysts is a key concern. It employed re:Work to conduct interviews with Googlers which identified 250 attributes within its teams. […]

Editorial, Insight

How can businesses leverage agentic AI?

Agentic AI is the next evolution for data-driven organisations, so community members came together to share their early-stage experiences and aspirations for the new technology.

Jon Ghazi, CEO EMEA and CGO Annalect, Omnicom Group

I serve as CEO EMEA and Global CGO at Annalect, the data, technology, and analytics division of Omnicom Group. With over 25 years in advertising and media, I understand what it takes to harness data and innovation to deliver creative impact and a competitive edge in the rapidly evolving landscape. Over the last 7 […]

Editorial, Member Article

DataIQ Leaders briefing – Should the data industry have a professional institute?

[…] might see a benefit in being able to pursue a data qualification since, as one participant in the briefing noted, “the future of work = data + technology + vertical knowledge”. So, should there be an Institute of Data or Chartered Practitioner in Data qualification? And, if so, what would it need to cover […]

Editorial, Roundtable Writeup

DataIQ Leaders briefing – How do we ensure data keeps its seat in the big conversations?

[…] expanded upon by a member who described how in a previous position in the aviation industry their focus was on demonstrating the return on investment for the technology being used. The way in which value is disseminated by the data office needs to be understandable by those who do not live and breathe data, […]

Gillian Tomlinson, Group Chief Data and Digital Officer, Weir Group

[…] 20 years of global experience in leading data and digital strategy and transformation to enable business growth. Throughout my career I have worked on platform and products, technology, hyperautomation, digitalisation, business intelligence, machine learning, AI, generative AI, and data monetisation across Africa, Middle East, and Europe. I have been listed in the DataIQ 100 […]

Chrissie Kemp, Chief Data and AI Officer, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR)

[…] two iconic global brands with extraordinary leaders to learn from. After time in investment banking and launching an e-commerce business, I found my passion in all things technology and data at Rolls-Royce working in the Civil Aerospace, Defence Aerospace, Marine and Nuclear industry, living and working in the UK, Germany and Singapore. I later […]

Steve Pimblett, Chief Data Officer, Rightmove

[…] AI. My Chief Data Officer journey began with a BsC in Applied Statistics and Computing. From that point, I was motivated by the application of data and technology to drive commercial value and customer experiences. As General Manager of Data at Moneysupermarket.com, I helped the nation save millions on their household bills and it […]

Steve Neat, Chief Revenue Officer, Solidatus

Throughout my four-decade career in the software industry, I have assisted organisations globally in optimising the return on their technology investments. I have always worked on the supplier side, with specific focus on areas such as customer relationship management, enterprise resource planning, business intelligence, and analytics. Over the past decade, I have dedicated […]

Osman Peermamode, Head of Data and Analytics, Vodafone

[…] a senior data and analytics leader with a proven track record of driving business transformation through AI, cloud, and data-driven strategies. I have extensive experience in telecommunications, technology, and finance, and specialise in leveraging analytics and automation to enhance customer experience, optimise operations, and generate business value. I lead the global data, AI, and […]

Ian Spatz, Partner, Data Reply

[…] set up a UK operation for Slalom. Along the way, I learned how cloud platforms and agile working methods enable businesses to benefit quickly from the latest technology. Before joining Data Reply, I managed a company called Devbridge focused on DevOps that was sold to Cognizant. These experiences enable me to focus on business […]