The Joe Reis Show Freestyle Friday - Navigating Data Strategy in the Age of AI w/ Dia Adams & Gordon Wong
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May 9, 2025 Dia Adams, an Enterprise Data Strategist at the White House and author, teams up with Gordon Wong, Head of Data at Newfire Global, to dive into the intersection of data strategy and AI. They discuss the challenges of data management in the age of evolving technologies and emphasize the necessity of data literacy among corporate leaders. Topics include the impact of AI on hiring strategies, the importance of human oversight, and how diverse perspectives can address inefficiencies in healthcare. Together, they advocate for a data-driven culture that balances innovation with safety.
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AI Legitimizes Data Importance
- AI is legitimizing data and pushing leaders to take data seriously.
- Emphasizing data literacy and ethics is crucial to navigate AI's rapid evolution.
Purposeful AI Use Crucial
- Strategy must focus on solving specific problems and considering consequences of action or inaction.
- AI risks increasing inequity if usage lacks purpose and thoughtful people/process changes.
Need for AI-Native Data Teams
- Current data teams use AI to improve efficiency but often operate in outdated frameworks.
- A fresh, AI-native approach to data teams and strategies may be necessary to avoid repeating past mistakes.