Season 2 - Episode 4 - The Challenges of Changing Perception and Delivering Value in Immature Data Environments

About this episode

This episode features a discussion on the complexities of managing data in various industries, focusing on communication and stakeholder engagement in business intelligence.

Joining Raed on this episode of Data Tech Talks is Alexander Fetisov , a BI analytics leader with extensive experience across the construction and infrastructure sectors. In this conversation, they explore the complexities of managing data in industries with varying levels of maturity and the critical role communication plays in successful BI delivery. Alex reflects on his career journey from banking to construction, offering insights into the unique challenges and opportunities each sector presents. He shares practical strategies for effective stakeholder engagement, bridging the gap between technical and non-technical users, and designing BI solutions with the end user in mind. The discussion covers the importance of data quality, dispelling common misconceptions about business intelligence, and demonstrating value through quick wins and pilot projects. Alex also highlights the influence of regulatory requirements on data maturity, sharing a success story in building a sustainability reporting solution. This episode offers valuable perspectives for data professionals and business leaders navigating complex organisational environments, providing actionable advice on driving…

People in this episode

Host: Raed Mahboub

Guest: Alexander Fetisov

Topics covered

• data management
• business intelligence
• stakeholder engagement
• data quality
• data maturity
• communication in BI
• industry challenges

Keywords

• data environments
• BI delivery
• data quality
• stakeholder engagement
• data maturity
• business intelligence
• construction sector
• infrastructure sector
• sustainability reporting

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: construction, infrastructure, banking, business intelligence, sustainability reporting

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