The Discipline of Data: What Non-Technical Executives Don't Know About Data and Why It's Urgent They Find Out

This book provides C-suite and other non-technical senior leaders with an understanding of data fundamentals,including how data is generated, organized, stored, evaluated, and maintained, to help them make accurate and reliable decisions. It addresses the challenges businesses face with data-related issues and offers procedures and practices to ensure high-quality data.

Format: Hardback
Length: 216 pages
Publication date: 06 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive guide delves into the realm of 'Big Data buzz,' unveiling the essential principles for acquiring and sustaining accurate and reliable data, particularly for decision-making purposes. The consequences of relying on inaccurate data are profound, leading to detrimental decisions that can have far-reaching consequences. In today's landscape, where challenges like the pandemic-induced supply chain crisis demand swift and informed solutions, a solid grasp of data fundamentals has become paramount. This book addresses the myriad data-related challenges faced by businesses, offering insightful answers to critical questions such as:

What defines high-quality data?
How can we transition from poor data to reliable information?
What protocols and practices ensure the highest quality of data?
How can we assess the validity and reliability of our data to support critical decision-making?

Designed with C-suite executives, top-line managers, business analysts, and data analytics students in mind, this clear and invaluable resource offers a comprehensive exploration of the world of data. It provides a solid foundation for understanding the intricacies of data generation, organization, storage, evaluation, and maintenance, empowering readers to make informed decisions based on robust and trustworthy data. By embracing the power of 'Big Data,' organizations can unlock new opportunities, optimize processes, and drive innovation, leading to sustainable growth and competitive advantage in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

Weight: 560g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032280783