

#251 The New Toolkit For CDOs with Adrian Estala, VP, Field Chief Data Officer at Starburst
11 snips Oct 11, 2024
Adrian Estala, VP and Field Chief Data Officer at Starburst, is a guru in digital transformation and data mesh strategies. He discusses the modern data stack's agility and sustainability, emphasizing the need for collaboration between data and business teams. Adrian highlights the significance of 'data products' for enhancing decision-making and user engagement. He also dives into the role of metadata in improving data quality and trust. Finally, he addresses the evolving skill sets required for data practitioners to navigate this complex landscape.
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Agile Data Stack
- The term "modern data stack" can be misleading, implying constant change.
- Instead, focus on an "agile data stack" that prioritizes sustainability, agility, compliance, performance, and efficiency.
Data Team Agility
- An agile data team should quickly respond to evolving business needs and data requests.
- This agility enables them to address new problems with different datasets efficiently.
Business Involvement
- Involve business teams in data stack development from the beginning.
- This collaboration fosters understanding and empowers business teams to use data effectively.