Why Data Driven Cultures Succeed and Technology Alone Falls Short
About this episode
As we launch season 10, your favorite semi-sentient British AI co-host returns to the microphone alongside Frank La Vigne for a compelling exploration of what it truly means to be a data-driven organization.
In this episode, Frank sits down with Sebastian Wernicke, author of "Data Inspired" and renowned expert in data and AI strategy, to discuss why turning data into action remains a formidable challenge for so many organizations.
Together, they dive into the enduring gap between data insights and meaningful change, the crucial role of leaders in fostering cultures of evidence and inquiry, and why technology alone won’t move the needle without the buy-in—and sometimes the irrationality—of humans.
From the evolution of data culture and the pitfalls of management by numbers, to the psychological barriers that lead to "data frustration," this episode offers a candid, nuanced look at the real obstacles standing in the way of better decisions.
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Sebastian Wernicke on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wernicke/
Watch this episode on YouTube - https://youtu.be/2qP4p0YKxI8
Data Inspired (affiliate link) - https://amzn.to/4xkCuBV
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