Christine Haskell, Ph.D.'s Blog, page 6

Cultivating a Data Ecosystem: A Fresh Approach to Organizational Data Management

Many organizations have recognized the need to enhance their data management capabilities. The traditional response has been to centralize these efforts, often by appointing a Chief Data Officer (CDO). However, this well-intentioned approach often leads to challenges and resistance within the organization. 

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Describing data consumption to anyone

Visualizing data consumption as a bustling marketplace can help illuminate an organization’s diverse needs. Let’s explore how various business roles interact with data, like shoppers in a busy bazaar.

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Low and High Quality AI: What's the Difference?

 

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The Double-Edged Sword of AI in Education and Work: Lessons from the Frontlines

As adjunct faculty, I get a front-row seat to the AI revolution in education and the workplace. What I've observed is both exciting and concerning, a paradox that we must navigate carefully as think about our future work.

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Data Storytelling: Transforming Insights into Action With 2 Case Studies

The ability to craft compelling narratives from complex information is a superpower. Working with graduate students across various sectors, I help communicate how effective storytelling can bridge the gap between data teams and business leaders. Let's explore how to master this art and avoid common pitfalls.

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Anticipating Resistance: A Proactive Approach to Data Project Success

In data leadership, resistance to change is often viewed as an inevitable hurdle to overcome. Successful data leaders should reframe that paradigm to planning for resis...

Analytics Challenge: Lack of Data Literacy Among Stakeholders

The symbiotic relationship between technical analytics development and business utilization underscores the heightened emphasis on data literacy skills. Recognizing that literacy demands effort from technical and business domains, analysts must simplify and convey insights while business teams must effectively apply them.

Amidst discussions of talent shortages, the demand for business-side proficiency in analytics consumption is equally pressing. Bridging these gaps in literacy becomes a priorit...

All Technology Projects are Data Projects

   

All technology projects are data projects, yet data is still an afterthought in ma...

How real is Singularity? #KnowYourJargon

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Let’s start by defining it first.

Singularity, the idea that technology will surpass human intelligen...

Business and Technology Strategy Must Learn to Harmonize

 

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