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INFOGRAPHIC | MARCH 8, 2024

2024 CDAO Leadership Perspectives

INFOGRAPHIC | MARCH 8, 2024

2024 CDAO Leadership Perspectives

In 2024, CDAOs are in the midst of the AI whirlwind and the productivity and efficiencies that may result. Data and analytics leaders are moving quickly to evolve with the digital landscape. More than 350 CDAOs have shared their priorities in our annual survey – here’s what they reported.
BLOG | FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Three Key Themes for CDAOs in 2024

BLOG | FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Three Key Themes for CDAOs in 2024

The world of data and analytics is in the midst of a revolution with the explosion of generative AI in 2023. As we head into 2024, it is crucial for CDAOs to move quickly to evolve with the digital landscape. Based on executive conversations and proprietary survey data, we plan to focus on 3 themes as we curate the agendas for our upcoming CDAO community programs.
BLOG | FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Two Fundamental Building Blocks to Data Driven Business Value

BLOG | FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The Two Fundamental Building Blocks to Data Driven Business Value

In this Executive Blog, Dr. Ansar Kassim, Head of Analytics & Insights, Verizon and Community Member of the New York CDAO Community shares two pillars for driving business value with data.
PEER PRACTICES | SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Driving Long-Term Business Value through Data-Driven Culture at Ulta Beauty

PEER PRACTICES | SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Driving Long-Term Business Value through Data-Driven Culture at Ulta Beauty

Krish Das, VP, Enterprise Data Officer at Ulta Beauty and Governing Body Member of the Atlanta CDAO Community, has extensive experience building data-driven cultures to drive long-term business value. Here, Krish shares insight into Ulta Beauty's cultural transformation along with key aspects of his strategy and execution.
BLOG | MARCH 26, 2024

CDAOs’ Top 7 Trends for 2024

BLOG | MARCH 26, 2024

CDAOs’ Top 7 Trends for 2024

In addition to focusing on AI and evolving with the changing digital landscape, data and analytics leaders are improving the alignment between their data strategy and the overall business strategy. With more than 400 CDAOs responding, these are the top priorities and investment areas for data leaders in 2024.
BLOG | MAY 20, 2024

3 Best Practices for Creating an Effective Data Strategy

BLOG | MAY 20, 2024

3 Best Practices for Creating an Effective Data Strategy

Establishing a solid data and analytics strategy is a top priority for Chief Data & Analytics Officers in Evanta CDAO communities. Here, Governing Body Member Amitabh Seli, CDAO, Director Data UK at Danone, shares his best practices in establishing a data strategy that is aligned to the business strategy.
BLOG | APRIL 29, 2024

7 Must-See Sessions at CDAO Executive Summits

BLOG | APRIL 29, 2024

7 Must-See Sessions at CDAO Executive Summits

After countless conversations with CDAOs across our 11 North American communities, several key topics have emerged, including GenAI, foundational data practices, data and analytics strategy and the role of the CDAO. Take a look at 7 upcoming sessions across our Executive Summits featuring these key themes and more.
SESSION PREVIEW | MAY 5, 2024

Managing Your Data Estate — Putting AI to Work Instead of Play

SESSION PREVIEW | MAY 5, 2024

Managing Your Data Estate — Putting AI to Work Instead of Play

Having connected, trustworthy and responsive data is necessary to transform your organization, but data silos, disconnected systems, and incongruent data inhibit this goal. At the Southern California CDAO Executive Summit, Chief Data Officer - West Enterprise Operating Unit Matt Smith of Microsoft will lead a session on managing your data estate – here’s a preview.
INFOGRAPHIC | MARCH 29, 2024

Evanta CDAO Leadership Perspectives

INFOGRAPHIC | MARCH 29, 2024

Evanta CDAO Leadership Perspectives

Each year in our proprietary survey, executives from the world’s leading companies share their top priorities, challenges and planned investments. More than 400 Chief Data & Analytics Officers have responded – here are the highlights of what they reported.
BLOG | JUNE 17, 2024

3 Ways to Improve Data Readiness for AI

BLOG | JUNE 17, 2024

3 Ways to Improve Data Readiness for AI

While CDAOs across Evanta communities are prioritizing AI this year, there are challenges – like data quality – to getting started. Here, Governing Body Member and CDAO Vishal Patel of Webster Bank shares tips for better positioning your data for AI and establishing early wins with AI initiatives.
TOWN HALL INSIGHTS | MARCH 14, 2024

Managing Your Data Estate – Putting AI To Work Instead of Play

TOWN HALL INSIGHTS | MARCH 14, 2024

Managing Your Data Estate – Putting AI To Work Instead of Play

AI is changing the world, creating new use cases and capabilities, and organizations are scrambling to determine how it fits into their data estate. CDAOs in Minneapolis came together for a Town Hall where they discussed how infrastructure and policies need updating before they incorporate AI and how to determine ROI. These are their takeaways.