Overcoming Obstacles to Become a Data-Driven Enterprise

Roundtable: Microsoft, Yorkshire Water, and Hexaware

In the current digital landscape, shifting towards a data-centric operational model is critical for companies looking to excel. Yet, embarking on this journey presents numerous obstacles, from the need for cultural shifts to the challenges arising from adopting complex technologies. We welcome you to a dynamic conversation on how to overcome these obstacles, delving into effective strategies and insights to truly become a data-driven company.

We will talk about the essence of a data-driven organization, drawing on real-world examples of those who have successfully charted this course and excelled using cutting-edge technologies to foster a data-first culture, and have instituted robust data governance and security protocols.

Our roundtable intends to provide the essential knowledge and tools to dismantle the roadblocks towards data-driven decision-making.

Key takeaways

• Explore how data transformation techniques for your business
• Surmount the challenges of technology and culture
• Learn practical approaches for managing and protecting data
• Uncover ways to promote data skills throughout your organization
• Discover leadership’s role in leading data initiatives

Speakers

• Lee Harris – Head of Technology, Yorkshire Water
• Mark Farrow Smith – Cloud & Enterprise Data platform Executive, Microsoft
• Aakash Shirodkar – Head of Data & AI for ROW

Join us in this roundtable and unlock valuable insights and strategies to recalibrate your organization’s data and AI capabilities, paving the way for ongoing innovation and a competitive edge in the digital era.