Ryan Collingwood

In this discussion, Andrew Jones, an independent data consultant and creator of the data contract concept, teams up with Ryan Collingwood, a data strategist and author-in-progress on data contracts. They dive into the significance of data contracts, likening them to APIs for stable data transfer. The conversation highlights challenges in maintaining reliable data interfaces and the importance of collaboration between data producers and consumers. Additionally, they explore how tailored data contracts can enhance data quality and adapt to future organizational needs.

Ryan Collingwood, Head of Data and Analytics at OrotonGroup, discusses the importance of empathy in data activities and the need to build relationships and trust. They highlight the challenges faced by non-tech-heavy companies in implementing technical solutions like Data Mesh and Data Contracts. The podcast also explores approaching contracts in evolving companies, visualizing data contracts, reviewing data in a retrospective, the fallacy of precision in data, and the importance of empathy and self-awareness in communication and relationship-building.