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Driven by Data: The Podcast

S4 | Ep 42 | Two Years On - What Happens After Putting a Valuation on Your Data Assets with Davin Crowley-Sweet, CDO at National Highways

Aug 20, 2024
Davin Crowley-Sweet, Chief Data Officer at National Highways, returns to discuss the transformative journey of valuing data as an asset. He shares insights on the disconnect between data professionals and business language, and the challenges of fostering a data-driven culture. Davin highlights the pitfalls of organizational strategies and the importance of clarity in communication. He delves into the complexities of data valuation, stressing that understanding value is more than just monetization—it's about reshaping business models for success.
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Quick takeaways

  • Davin Crowley emphasizes the need for Chief Data Officers to bridge the gap between data and business leaders by learning financial language.
  • National Highways witnessed an increase in its data asset valuation from £60 billion to £69 billion, highlighting data's role as a strategic asset.

Deep dives

The Journey of a Chief Data Officer

Devin Crowley shares his unconventional path to becoming the Chief Data Officer (CDO) at National Highways, starting from a background in music and experiencing early setbacks in education. He transitioned into the realm of data through a job in the railway sector, where he discovered parallels between music and data management. His rise through the ranks of the rail industry revealed the importance of understanding business needs alongside technical skills. Crowley's journey highlights that a successful CDO must focus on linking data strategies with business objectives in order to create real impact.

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