CDM Media’s Post

Last week, I had the pleasure of attending and presenting at the CDO-AI Nordics event in Copenhagen. It was a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with an old (and dearly missed) colleague Stelios Panteloukas and other data peers like Anders Butzbach Christensen and Igor Máté Dr. as well as making many new acquaintances, including Maria Christiansen, Sarbajit Deb, Azin Emami and Amin Morshed among several others. For those interested in the goings-on, here are my personal four key takeaways: 1- Data is key- With increasing reliance on #AI-driven decision-making, as well as the scale of impact these decisions will have, it is more vital than ever that we have data that is ‘trustworthy’ and ‘representative’. Data gaps aren't just inconveniences, they significantly affect AI effectiveness and outcomes, which in turn affect people. 2- Data Governance is our way of ensuring the above- Robust data governance and lifecycle data management are foundational to ensuring data is accurate, reliable, and fit for purpose. So, how do we redefine governance to increase the chances of it actually delivering value in a man-machine symbiotic setting? [This thread was the focus of my own presentation]. 3- #Strategicalignment is non-negotiable- Successful data and AI initiatives must align directly with overall business strategy, otherwise, they may struggle to deliver tangible value. Giving data leaders a seat at the executive table ensures strategic coherence and maximises value. 4- Data as a tangible asset- Predictions presented by Dan Sommer about the "data economy" were thought-provoking! We may soon see corporate data becoming a literal commodity, given its superior quality and high value for training AI models. This shift could redefine how we perceive and leverage data. So, 'data is gold' and 'data is the new currency' may be realised in a more literal way than the applied value derived from the data-driven insights. Finally, big thanks to CDM Media for an excellent and professionally organised event, from Emmanuelle M.'s initial screening and coordination to Debi Bell-Hosking's fantastic facilitation on the day.