In the 7th episode of the Data Unplugged podcast, we discuss the differences between providing data for a business and providing data as a business, with Viviana the Head of Data at parcellab.
We begin by exploring how to provide value through data, to a business, including having the right people, technology, and mindset. We also discuss common challenges when building data teams and how to prevent them, as well as how to measure the impact of data work and the importance of data storytelling and visualisation.
Moving on to „how to provide data as a business“, Viviana explains what this means and how it differs from providing data for a business. We delve into the differences in building data products for internal use versus external use, and the implications for data governance and privacy. We also discuss the benefits of data products, including both monetary and non-monetary benefits.
Viviana also explains the different skill sets needed for teams that focus on providing data for a business versus providing data as a business, and the obstacles faced by software and tech providers looking to enhance the value of their products.
At the end Viviana also shares 3 musts for providing data for the business and providing data as a business.
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