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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.
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 | 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.
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 | 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.
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.
LEADERSHIP PROFILE | JULY 2, 2024

The Changing Role of CDAOs in the AI Era

LEADERSHIP PROFILE | JULY 2, 2024

The Changing Role of CDAOs in the AI Era

Matt Smith, Chief Data Officer - West Enterprise Operating Unit at Microsoft, says his whole career has revolved around data. In his current role, he is closely aligned to data and analytics leaders and their challenges and opportunities. Here, he talks about the current landscape, AI and how it elevates the role of the CDAO.
INFOGRAPHIC | JULY 11, 2024

CDAO Community Pulse on AI Adoption

INFOGRAPHIC | JULY 11, 2024

CDAO Community Pulse on AI Adoption

Generative and traditional AI is now the top priority for chief data & analytics officers in 2024, and we recently surveyed our CDAO community members about AI adoption at their organizations – Here is a snapshot of what over 150 CDAOs had to say.
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.
SESSION INSIGHTS | JULY 15, 2024

Transparency & Responsibility — Forging the Gen AI Path

SESSION INSIGHTS | JULY 15, 2024

Transparency & Responsibility — Forging the Gen AI Path

At the Southern California CDAO Executive Summit, Sam Hamilton, SVP and Global Head of Data & AI at Visa, shared his approach to data use in this new generation of AI. He spoke about generative AI’s challenges, security issues, and remedies, as well as Visa’s principles for the responsible use of AI. Read highlights of his session here.
SURVEY REPORT | MAY 4, 2023

Top 3 Goals & Challenges for CDAOs in 2023

SURVEY REPORT | MAY 4, 2023

Top 3 Goals & Challenges for CDAOs in 2023

How are data and analytics leaders planning to support the enterprise this year? More than 400 CDAOs responded to our Leadership Perspective Survey, indicating their key focus areas and planned actions for 2023. Here, we examine their top 3 goals and challenges for the year ahead.