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Pragmatism in Practice

The foundations of data strategy

Feb 11, 2025
Tiankai Feng, Head of Data Strategy & Governance at Thoughtworks and author of "Humanizing Data Strategy," teams up with Asmaa Hechenberger, a Data Engineering Lead at WWK Lebensversicherung. They delve into the critical elements of a successful data strategy, emphasizing the five Cs: competence, collaboration, communication, creativity, and conscience. The conversation highlights the importance of teamwork, addressing organizational pain points, and fostering communities to bridge the gap between business and tech. Personal connections and understanding cultural dynamics are essential for effective collaboration.
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Quick takeaways

  • Effective data strategies rely heavily on collaboration among diverse roles, emphasizing teamwork similar to that of a football team.
  • Addressing existing pain points within organizations not only builds trust but also establishes credibility for future data initiatives.

Deep dives

Foundations of a Strong Data Strategy

A robust data strategy is built on the human side of data, emphasizing the need for collaboration among diverse team members. This collaboration is crucial as data teams must work together with stakeholders from various domains, including data scientists, engineers, and business leaders. The interplay between these roles is likened to a football team, where each member has a specific role and must cooperate to achieve a common goal. Without teamwork and clear communication, data initiatives are likely to falter, which underscores the importance of a collective effort in driving successful data outcomes.

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