Making Data Work: Enabling Digital Transformation, Empowering People and Advancing Organisational Success

Making Data Work explores common challenges that limit the value of data adoption and tackles the fear of losing one's job to a machine. It offers fresh insight into how to solve the interactional frictions that hamper the flow of data, information, and knowledge across organizations and shifts focus back towards the ultimate end.

Format: Hardback
Length: 198 pages
Publication date: 04 April 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In his groundbreaking book, "Making Data Work," Edosa delves into the pervasive challenges that hinder the full potential of organizations in harnessing the value of data. What sets this book apart is its bold approach to addressing one of the unspoken barriers to data adoption: fear. Fear of the unknown, fear of the intangible, fear of the investment required, and, indeed, fear of losing one's job to a machine. Edosa's exceptional talent for distilling clarity from complexity shines through as he tackles these and numerous other challenges head-on.

This book provides a fresh perspective on resolving the interactive friction that impedes the seamless flow of data, information, and knowledge within organizations. Instead of getting bogged down in endless polarizing debates, such as breaking down silos, it redirects attention to the ultimate goal.

"Making Data Work" offers valuable insights for those passionate about AI transformation, empowering individuals, and driving organizational success in the increasingly digital world. It is a must-read for leaders and professionals seeking to leverage data to drive meaningful change and achieve remarkable outcomes.

In a case study featured in the book, a retail giant facing significant challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic found itself in a catastrophic situation after investing heavily in an artificial intelligence project aimed at cost savings. However, during the implementation phase, it was discovered that the project's implementation was likely to worsen the company's financial situation. A critical service stream within an insurer's production system crashed, resulting in the detention of fully insured motorists for allegedly not carrying the required insurance.

"Making Data Work" vividly details these two scenarios and several others, illustrating the devastating consequences that arise when organizations fail to effectively harness the power of data. It serves as a compelling journey to uncover the actions necessary to make data work seamlessly and drive organizational success.

By exploring these real-world examples and providing practical insights, "Making Data Work" empowers readers to navigate the complexities of data management and unlock the full potential of data-driven decision-making. It serves as a valuable resource for leaders, data professionals, and anyone seeking to leverage data to drive innovation, growth, and competitive advantage in today's data-driven world.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032231921