Data and Technology Applications, Data Strategy

So, how does implementing AI including generative AI optimise the production processes in manufacturing?

By analysing massive amounts of data from machines and sensors, organisations have been able to identify patterns and bottlenecks in operations, leading to significant improvements in efficiency and reduced waste. Additionally, the ability to generate 3D models and simulations using generative AI can allow organisations to quickly and accurately prototype and test new designs, saving… Continue reading So, how does implementing AI including generative AI optimise the production processes in manufacturing?

Data and Technology Applications, Data Strategy

So, what is the difference between AI and Generative AI?

AI (Artificial Intelligence) refers to the simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think and act like humans. AI covers various techniques such as machine learning, deep learning, and natural language processing. Generative AI, on the other hand, can be viewed as a subfield of AI. I focuses on creating new data,… Continue reading So, what is the difference between AI and Generative AI?

Data Strategy

Having the right data strategy for your organisation is the key to successful data product delivery.

From data acquisition and storage to processing, analysis and ensuring value added to the stakeholders, a comprehensive end-to-end plan is essential to deliver valuable insights to end-users. Make sure your data strategy is robust and agile to meet the demands of the ever-evolving data landscape and business requirements. Does your data strategy cover all that?… Continue reading Having the right data strategy for your organisation is the key to successful data product delivery.

Data Strategy

Data strategy thought: How important are data champions?

Having been a data champion myself as well as having managed global data champion projects across different industries (IT, automotive, FMCG and more), below are my practitioner and academic thoughts: As organisations increasingly recognise the importance of data in driving business success, it's becoming clear that a successful data strategy requires more than just technology… Continue reading Data strategy thought: How important are data champions?

Data Strategy

S3 E2: How can you drive the human behaviour within your organisation to speak about data and ask for Analytics projects

The second episode of season 3 of Figure It Out With Fatema podcast is out and on all major podcast platforms! In episode 2 of season 3, I am discussing how can you drive the human behaviour within your organisation to speak about data and ask for Analytics projects. Having the cross functional buy in and creating… Continue reading S3 E2: How can you drive the human behaviour within your organisation to speak about data and ask for Analytics projects

Data Strategy

Are you looking for different ways to work on your data strategy skills this weekend?

Here are a few things you can do: 📝 Reflect on your organisation's current data strategy: What are the strengths and weaknesses? What are the data-related challenges your organisation is facing? think about your previous employers as well and do some comparisons. 📚 Learn about new data trends: Keep up-to-date with the latest industry trends,… Continue reading Are you looking for different ways to work on your data strategy skills this weekend?

Data & Analytics Career Mentoring, Data Strategy

Data Science – the past, present and future

In this episode of Figure it out with Fatema, Jeff and I will be discussing data science between the past, the present and the future. We will chat about data science as a profession, data science projects, analytics, sustainability and more. Jeff started as a data scientist decades before the job title was popularised in… Continue reading Data Science – the past, present and future

Data Strategy

No, don’t want to break this to you but technology is not the answer 👎

Have been working on data products for years now, been doing that as an academic, a practitioner and NED advisor. One of the things that I could see was the thinking that technology is the answer. Lets use this tool or use AI, ML or whatever. If you are working in data strategy, make sure… Continue reading No, don’t want to break this to you but technology is not the answer 👎

Data Strategy

How to create a successful data product roadmap?

A question I got asked the other day and would like to share my thoughts with you here. Engaging with the business is my number one priority when building a successful product roadmap. By actively listening to the business, you can gain insights into their needs and pain points, and use that information to inform… Continue reading How to create a successful data product roadmap?