An Operating Model for Data & Analytics Part III: Team Composition and Dynamics - Audio Blog
Nov 21, 2022
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Exploring the roles and functions of blue and purple teams in enterprise data and analytics. Optimal team composition and dynamics for data analytics, centralized vs. decentralized models. Creating effective federated operating model without a Program Services department. Diverse team structures in data and analytics leadership for optimizing success. The crucial role of Spanners in building efficient data solutions.
Enterprise data teams require a mix of centralized and decentralized models to bridge business and technical teams effectively.
Centralized analytics teams benefit data scientists for knowledge sharing, while data analysts excel in decentralized business units for closer alignment with business processes.
Deep dives
Composition and Dynamics of Blue and Purple Teams
Blue teams in data and analytics are responsible for managing shared data across organizations, training purple teams, and maintaining standards. They vary in structure but must support essential functions like data architecture. On the other hand, purple teams focus on building local solutions adhering to enterprise standards and best practices. Data leaders need to follow guiding principles to align resources effectively throughout the enterprise.
Team Configuration: Centralized vs. Decentralized Models
Debates exist on whether data analysts and scientists should be centralized or in business units. Central analytics teams establish best practices and oversee individuals wherever they are located. Data scientists typically benefit from a centralized environment for knowledge sharing. In contrast, data analysts excel in business units, working closely on business requirements and processes. Federating these roles involves strategic assignment approaches for optimal performance.
Federated Models for Effective Data Solutions
Effective data solutions often require multiple models to meet diverse business needs. Various models like Tiger Teams, Analytics Centers of Excellence, and Aligned Business Analysts offer centralized resources for analytics projects. Data Domain Teams and Embedded Data Analysts provide decentralized approaches that enhance autonomy and domain knowledge. Spanners, a specialized type of data analyst, possess comprehensive skills to build end-to-end data solutions effectively within the business domain, emphasizing the need for enterprise support and alignment for successful data utilization.
There are many models for bridging business and technical teams. These models can be more centralized or decentralized in nature, depending on the culture of the organization and nature of the business domain. Each requires a strong enterprise data teams comprised of multiple departments and roles.
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https://www.eckerson.com/articles/an-operating-model-for-data-analytics-part-iii-team-composition-and-dynamics
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