The power of Data is undeniable. And unharnessed - it’s nothing but chaos. Making data your ally. Using it to lead with confidence and clarity. Host Jess Carter is solving problems in real-time to reveal what’s possible. Helping communities and people thrive. This is Data Driven Leadership, a show brought to you by Resultant.
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Data Science Leaders: The premiere podcast for executives tackling the world’s most important challenges with the power of machine learning and artificial intelligence. Join host, Dr. Kjell Carlsson, for Season 2 as we interview pioneering data science leaders and industry watchers to unearth the secrets to driving transformative business outcomes—and avoiding a myriad of pitfalls—with the latest ML & AI technologies. Our conversations are full of real stories, breakthrough strategies, and u ...
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Listen to data and analytics leaders share the secrets of their success. Wayne Eckerson, long-time global thought leader interviews guests who run data and analytics programs at Fortune 2000 organizations around the world. Tune in to stay abreast of the latest technologies, techniques, and trends in our fast-paced industry.
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Dive into the dynamic world where data meets decision-making! Hosted by Ryan Sullivan, a seasoned analyst, this podcast is your go-to resource for understanding how organizations harness the potential of data to drive strategic decisions. Join us every Wednesday as we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of data-driven transformations, making every episode a journey toward smarter decisions and better outcomes. Making Better Decisions is proudly sponsored by Canopy Analytic, helping companie ...
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The AI & Data Driven Leadership Podcast offers a platform for leaders like you to share your experiences and strategies with a dedicated audience of business professionals and fellow executives from around the world. If you lead a company with at least 30 professional employees, we invite you to join us and share how data-driven decision-making has helped you solve complex problems, align strategic goals, and foster growth within your organization. Each episode of AI & Data Driven Leadership ...
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Data Futurology - Leadership And Strategy in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science
Felipe Flores
Artificial intelligence is a tremendously beneficial technology that's advancing at an incredibly rapid pace. As more and more organisations adopt and implement AI we find that the main challenges are not in the technology itself but in the human side, ie: the approaches, chosen problems and what's called 'the last mile', etc. That's why Data Futurology focuses on the leadership side of AI and how to get the most value from it. Join me, Felipe Flores, a Data Science executive with almost 20 ...
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Algorithm Integrity Matters: for Financial Services leaders, to enhance fairness and accuracy in data processing
Risk Insights: Yusuf Moolla
Insights for financial services leaders who want to enhance fairness and accuracy in their use of data, algorithms, and AI. Each episode explores challenges and solutions related to algorithmic integrity, including discussions on navigating independent audits. The goal of this podcast is to give leaders the knowledge they need to ensure their data practices benefit customers and other stakeholders, reducing the potential for harm and upholding industry standards.
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Unlocking the Power of Data: A Guide for Leaders and Executives" As a leader or executive, you know the importance of data in driving business decisions and staying ahead of the competition. But, with the increasing amount of data generated daily, it can be overwhelming to know where to start and how to utilize this valuable asset effectively. This blog, with multiple topics, addresses the technical terminology in data engineering and analytics on the cloud.
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The Future of Data Podcast | conversation with leaders, influencers, and change makers in the World of Data & Analytics
AnalyticsWeek
Discussion, session and conversation with leaders, influencers and trend setters that are defining the future of data.
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IMA Leader Audio Podcast | Leadership, Marketing, Content Marketing, Big Data, Social Media, Email
Dominick Sirianni
Welcome to the Internet Marketing Association's official podcast! We bring you insights insights into the future of modern marketing from the crème de la crème of thought leaders across the industry. Learn to be effective with Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and other social medial. Get tips and tricks on SEO, SEM, e-mail marketing and display advertising. Hear from experts at companies like Adobe, Microsoft and Salesforce about the future of modern marketing.
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In this episode of the Making Better Decisions podcast, Ryan Sullivan speaks with Aleks Lazarevic, an experienced analytics professional who is currently a Senior Consulting Partner for Sigmoid and Founder of AI&DA Insights. They discuss the importance of asking the right business questions to effectively leverage data, the challenges organizations…
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Spoken by a human version of this article. Ongoing education helps everyone understand their role in responsibly developing and using algorithmic systems. Regulators and standard-setting bodies emphasise the need for AI literacy across all organisational levels. Links ForHumanity - join the growing community here. ForHumanity - free courses here. I…
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This episode is a collaboration with the Ethical Machines podcast featuring Reid Blackman — CEO of the AI ethical risk consultancy Virtue — and Nick Elprin, cofounder and CEO of Domino Data Lab. Join us as they discuss: The differences between AI ethics and AI governance How the AI governance challenges have changed (and where they haven’t) The peo…
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What will change next year? In the age of generative AI, the answer is simple: Everything!Published at:https://www.eckerson.com/articles/predictions-2025-everything-is-about-to-changeΑπό τον Eckerson Group
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3 - Building Trust in AI: How Transparency Can Enhance Your Data Strategy with Anduril Partners' Bethany Schuttinga and Jon Neitzel
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In this episode of AI & Data Driven Leadership, Dean Guida speaks to the partner, Founder, and Managing Partner Bethany Schuttinga and Jon Neitzel. Bethany and Jon explore the integration of data and AI in organizational decision-making, emphasizing the importance of data literacy and change management. Jon discusses his journey in asset management…
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Data should be treated as a product, not an afterthought, to unlock its true potential in driving business success. This is the approach at Stanley Black & Decker. Director of Data Product Development Jason Winterbottom takes us behind the scenes of the company’s data transformation. Jason shares how his team tackled the complexities of creating a …
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2 - Breaking Down Silos: How to Foster a Culture of Data Sharing in Your Organization with Cibao Meat Products' Heinz Vieluf
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In this episode of AI & Data Driven Leadership, Dean Guida speaks to the President of Cibao Meat Products, Heinz Vieluf. Heinz shares his journey in transforming his family’s salami manufacturing business into a data-driven organization. He discusses leveraging technology and real-time data to enhance decision-making and drive growth. Heinz also hi…
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Making Data-Driven Healthcare Decisions - Jason Jones - Making Better Decisions - Episode #34
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In this episode of the Making Better Decisions podcast, Ryan Sullivan speaks with Jason Jones, the Chief Analytics and Data Science Officer at Health Catalyst. With nearly 30 years of healthcare data analytics experience, Jason offers valuable insights into the challenges and solutions for using data to make better decisions. He emphasizes the comm…
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1 - Navigating the Future: How Data and AI Are Shaping Leadership Strategies with Dean Guida
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In the inaugural episode of AI & Data Driven Leadership, Josh Elledge of UpMyInfluence speaks to the host and creator of the show, Dean Guida. Dean is the founder and CEO of Slingshot and he's the CEO of Infragistics. Dean discusses his extensive background in the software industry and Slingshot's mission to leverage data and AI for business growth…
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In this episode of the Making Better Decisions podcast, Ryan Sullivan discusses the essential role of data in decision-making with Kaushik Meneni, Director of Commercial Analytics at Extended Stay America. Kaushik shares insights from his extensive career spanning across multiple industries such as biotech, manufacturing, and hospitality, emphasizi…
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The healthcare system isn’t perfect, but through the use of tech and data, we can ease the patient experience and ensure critical information is available when needed most. In this episode, Colorado Lieutenant Governor Dianne Primavera and Director of the Office of eHealth Innovation Stephanie Pugliese discuss the implementation of Colorado’s Socia…
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Spoken by a human version of this article. The terminology – “audit” vs “review” - is important, but clarity about deliverables is more important when commissioning algorithm integrity assessments. Audits are formal, with an opinion or conclusion that can often be shared externally. Reviews come in various forms and typically produce recommendation…
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Think you have a hard time driving AI adoption in your organization? Try driving AI transformation in the largest, most regulated organization on the planet – the Pentagon. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Chris Kirchhoff – co-author of Unit X: How the Pentagon and Silicon Valley are Transforming the Future of War and former Director of Strate…
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In this episode of the Making Better Decisions podcast, Ryan interviews David Wendt, the Lead Data Scientist and Manager of Innovation and AI Governance at Sherwin Williams. David discusses his career journey, the challenges of using data for making better decisions, and the impact of generative AI. The conversation also touches upon the importance…
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Spoken (by a human) version of this article. Outcome-focused accuracy reviews directly verify results, offering more robust assurance than process-focused methods. This approach can catch translation errors, unintended consequences, and edge cases that process reviews might miss. While more time-consuming and complex, outcome-focused reviews provid…
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In this episode of Making Better Decisions, analytics consultant Ashish Singru joins to discuss optimizing decision-making using data. Ashish shares his extensive experience across various multinational companies and emphasizes the importance of understanding business contexts and mental models in data analysis. He elaborates on the significance of…
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Exploring data observability’s limits in data migration, integrity audits, and the need for specialized tools for reliability.Published at:https://www.eckerson.com/articles/the-shiny-allure-of-data-observability-its-limits-in-data-migration-integrity-audits-and-certificationΑπό τον Eckerson Group
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A strategic approach to data monetization covering key processes, risks, and organizational shifts needed for success.Published at: https://www.eckerson.com/articles/unlocking-data-monetization-successΑπό τον Eckerson Group
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A fresh perspective on data architecture, advocating for an 'anti-monolith' approach inspired by engineering best practices.Published at: https://www.eckerson.com/articles/good-data-architecture-anti-monolithΑπό τον Eckerson Group
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Do you really know how your customers feel, or are you just guessing? In this episode, Jack Walker, president of Walker Information, reveals why listening to customer feedback is the key to great customer experience. Jack shares the story of his family-run company, which has used data for over 85 years to drive business success by speaking directly…
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Spoken (by a human) version of this article. Documentation makes it easier to consistently maintain algorithm integrity. This is well known. But there are lots of types of documents to prepare, and often the first hurdle is just thinking about where to start. So this simple guide is meant to help do exactly that – get going. About this podcast A po…
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On this week’s episode of making better decisions your host Ryan Sullivan answers the most common questions from the listeners. The discussion highlights the impact of influential resources and communities on professional growth, as well as the challenges and rewards of working with data. We touch on the importance of staying informed, building sup…
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The EU AI Act, is it the first step towards comprehensive AI regulation that will make us all safer, or is it the scariest thing in AI today, or both? In this episode we speak with Adam Gale, Field CTO for AI and Regulatory Compliance at NetApp, to demystify the EU AI act and discuss future-proof strategies to ensure compliance.Join us as we discus…
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Spoken (by a human) version of this article. Banks and insurers are increasingly using external data; using them beyond their intended purpose can be risky (e.g. discriminatory). Emerging regulations and regulatory guidance emphasise the need for active oversight by boards, senior management to ensure responsible use of external data. Keeping the c…
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The Critical Interface Between Data and Human Decision-Making - Nimisha Morkanda - Making Better Decisions - Episode #29
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In this episode, we sit down with our guest Nimisha Morkanda to explore the nuanced relationship between data, technology, and human decision-making. Our guest delves into why understanding the context of data is essential for extracting meaningful insights and how his research in neural network models and human memory informs his current work in a…
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Love at First Insight: How Data Teams Shape Customer Experience for Smart Growth, with Bumble’s Lina Mikolajczyk
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"Ultimately, the goal of a data team should be to have a direct stake in the company’s P&L." According to Lina Mikolajczyk, director of reporting and analytics at Bumble, data should play a role in driving real business impact. In this episode, Lina shares her journey of transforming Bumble’s data team from a reactive service into a proactive force…
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Spoken (by a human) version of this article. Banks and insurers sometimes lose sight of their customer-centric purpose when assessing AI/algorithm risks, focusing instead on regular business risks and regulatory concerns. Regulators are noticing this disconnect. This article aims to outline why the disconnect happens and how we can fix it. Report m…
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The Evolution of Analytics and Category Management - Michelle Tisdale - Making Better Decisions - Episode #28
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In this episode, we dive deep into the evolving world of analytics and category management with Michelle Tisdale, a seasoned data expert and a passionate advocate for harnessing the power of AI and analytics in business. Michelle shares her journey from traditional category management to business intelligence and performance. We explore how modern …
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Spoken (by a human) version of this article. With algorithmic systems, an change can trigger a cascade of unintended consequences, potentially compromising fairness, accountability, and public trust. So, managing changes is important. But if you use the wrong framework, your change control process may tick the boxes, but be both ineffective and ine…
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AI governance is no longer a hypothetical consideration—it's critical not only to meet regulatory requirements but also to build trust, drive adoption, and deliver tangible impact with AI. In this episode, we bring together experts Jared Vaudrey and Dr. Dylan Bobby Storey, who have spent years developing AI solutions in heavily regulated industries…
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Many practitioners view data mesh and data fabric as mutually exclusive approaches to data strategy. However, these paradigms complement each other. Data mesh focuses on decentralization and autonomy; Data fabric ensures centralized integration and governance. Let’s dive into how blending elements of both can offer flexibility and control to create…
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Understanding Data's Role in Decision-Making: Insights from Pro Sports - Sam Marks - Making Better Decisions - Episode #27
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In this episode, we dive deep into the relationship between data and decision-making, exploring how understanding what data is—and more importantly, what it’s not—leads to more effective, informed choices. Drawing on experiences from the world of professional sports, our guest Sam Marks Director of Business Strategy & Analytics, Boston Bruins & TD …
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Access to the right data can reshape the public sector, driving efficiency and paving the way for more effective justice. In this episode, Darren Dang, Chief Financial and Administrative Officer at Orange County Superior Court, discusses how one of the largest court systems in the U.S. modernized its operations. Through the Snowflake platform, Oran…
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Spoken (by a human) version of this article. The integrity of algorithmic systems goes beyond accuracy and fairness. In Episode 4, we outlined 10 key aspects of algorithm integrity. Number 5 in that list (not in order of importance) is Security: the algorithmic system needs to be protected from unauthorised access, manipulation and exploitation. In…
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How do you use data to make better decisions? - With Some of our Favorite Guests - Making Better Decisions - Episode #26
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In this episode, we dive deep into the art of using data to drive better business decisions with some of our favorite guests. From the challenge of compiling vast amounts of information to the thrill of discovering insights, we explore how data plays a crucial role in shaping strategies. Our guests also highlight the significance of original resear…
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Spoken (by a human) version of this article. When we're checking for fairness in our algorithmic systems (incl. processes, models, rules), we often ask: What are the personal characteristics or attributes that, if used, could lead to discrimination? This article provides a basic framework for identifying and categorising these attributes. About thi…
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Some of the most valuable leadership lessons come from challenging life experiences. In this episode, host Jess Carter and producer Chelsea Gill get personal as they talk about battling cancer, from receiving their diagnosis to deciding on a treatment plan—and the way data played a part in their decisions. Now both in remission, Jess and Chelsea re…
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Spoken (by a human) version of this article. Legislation isn't the silver bullet for algorithmic integrity. Are they useful? Sure. They help provide clarity and can reduce ambiguity. And once a law is passed, we must comply. However: existing legislation may already apply new algorithm-focused laws can be too narrow or quickly outdated standards ca…
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AI governance is more important than ever, but confusion reigns about basic questions such as: what it is, why it is important and what we should do about it. As an AI, data science, or business leader, you need to dispel these governance misconceptions in order to manage AI risk and ensure the safety and reliability necessary to drive adoption and…
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The Balance Between Soft Skills and Data Mastery - Robert Bonovich - Making Better Decisions - Episode #25
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In this episode, we explore the critical balance between technical data expertise and essential soft skills, such as communication and stakeholder management. Our guest Robert Bonovich Senior Business Analyst at Cisco Systems shares real-world examples from their career, including a fascinating story from their time in sales where they leveraged mu…
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Spoken (by a human) version of this article. Even in discussions among AI governance professionals, there seems to be a silent “gen” before AI. With rapid progress - or rather prominence – of generative AI capabilities, these have taken centre stage. Amidst this excitement, we mustn't lose sight of the established algorithms and data-enabled workfl…
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As organizations grapple with data spread across various storage locations, solutions like Coginiti Hybrid Query offer a much-needed alternative to fragmented tools.Published at:https://www.eckerson.com/articles/a-novel-approach-for-reducing-cloud-data-warehouse-expenses-from-coginitiΑπό τον Eckerson Group
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In this episode, we dive deep into the art of using data to drive better business decisions with some of our favorite guests. From the challenge of compiling vast amounts of information to the thrill of discovering insights, we explore how data plays a crucial role in shaping strategies. Our guests also highlight the significance of original resear…
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How Courage and Creativity in Data Use Moves the Needle Against Workforce Challenges with Emily Fabiano
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To address workforce issues plaguing the country, the public and private sectors must come together to find a solution. In the fourth episode of the workforce miniseries, Workmorphis founder and CEO Emily Fabiano joins guest host Michael Schmierer to discuss how cross-agency collaboration can drive change. With shared goals and a solid implementati…
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Spoken (by a human) version of this article. In a previous article, we discussed algorithmic fairness, and how seemingly neutral data points can become proxies for protected attributes. In this article, we'll explore a concrete example of a proxy used in insurance and banking algorithms: postcodes. We've used Australian terminology and data. But th…
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FP&A and BI: Strategic Insights for Business Success - William Bett - Making Better Decisions - Episode #23
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In this episode, we dive deep into the essential roles of FP&A (Financial Planning and Analysis) and BI (Business Intelligence) within organizations. Our guest William Bett highlights the importance of making data accessible to everyone, not just experts, and emphasizes that understanding and translating data into actionable business insights is a …
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Data privacy - why is it so important in the age of AI, why is it so difficult, and what should we be doing to improve it in our organizations? In this episode we speak with Dr. Rebecca Balebako, privacy engineer and Chief Privacy Officer at Lotic.ai, about why AI makes privacy more important than ever, the common misconceptions around data protect…
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While many programs are designed to help job seekers, the lack of coordination between each initiative thwarts the impactful results everyone seeks. In this episode of the workforce miniseries, founder and CEO of One Workforce Solution, John Pallasch, talks with guest host Michael Schmierer about bringing together different state agencies for seaml…
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Spoken (by a human) version of this article. When we talk about security in algorithmic systems, it's easy to focus solely on keeping the bad guys out. But there's another side to this coin that's just as important: making sure the right people can get in. This article aims to explain how security and access work together for better algorithm integ…
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This blog post explores the evolving landscape of data catalogs, highlighting ten key market trends driving the adoption of next-generation solutions.Published:https://www.eckerson.com/articles/ten-key-market-trends-in-next-generation-data-catalogsΑπό τον Eckerson Group
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