Christine Haskell, Ph.D.'s Blog, page 6
July 29, 2024
Data Literacy: The $100 Million Insurance Policy You're Probably Ignoring
In boardrooms across the globe, executives are gleefully signing off on multi-million-dollar investments in data infrastructure. Big Data! AI! Machine Learning! But here’s the inconvenient truth they’re overlooking. Without a data-literate workforce, these shiny new toys are as useful as a Ferrari in a traffic jam.
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July 27, 2024
Change Management in Data Projects: Why We Ignored It and Why We Can't Afford to Anymore
For decades, we've heard the same refrain: “Change management is crucial for project success.” Yet leaders have nodded politely and ignored this advice, particularly in data and technology initiatives. The result? According to McKinsey, a staggering 70% of change programs fail to achieve their goals.[1] So why do we keep making the same mistake, and more importantly, why should we care now?
...July 17, 2024
The Art of Feedback: Reflections on transformative teaching and learning
Redefining the Role of Peer Critiques
In most graduate programs, “forum posts” or “peer critiques” are often considered perfunctory assignments. Students hesitate to offer substantive feedback, defaulting to superficial comments like “great post!”
Not in my section. :-) These assignments become a powerful tool for learning and growth toward executive presence.
Elevating Peer Feedback: The Consultant’s Perspective
I challenge my students to adopt the role of a Big6 consultant advising a C-suite exec...
July 15, 2024
Navigating the Complexity of Data Projects: Lessons from the Rubik's Cube
As someone in the information management space for nearly thirty years, I've seen firsthand how the landscape of data projects has evolved. Understanding complexity is crucial for success.
...Where Business Meets Technology in the Marketplace of Information
[First published on Medium]
We've explored data management through a real estate analogy and data consumption through a marketplace lens. While enlightening, these analogies offer a partial view of the landscape, leaving gaps to fill. Our perspective shapes how we tackle data challenges. Whether we embody a merchant, landlord, or customer, our viewpoint significantly influences our approach to issues and solutions in the data space.
In a colleague’s post, we explored data management through the le...
July 13, 2024
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.
...July 12, 2024
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.
...Low and High Quality AI: What's the Difference?
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When we t...
July 11, 2024
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.
...July 10, 2024
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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