Intelligent Data

Bruno Aziza is a thought leader in Data and Analytics. In this podcast we discussed various key trends and topics influencing the world of data including analyst of the future, value of dark data, user experience, emotions based data storytelling, meaning of Intelligence, and flexibility of data platforms. There are lots of key statistics thrown into this episode which will provide metrics for data leaders and the actions they need to take. Want more? Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise Connect with our guest: Bruno Aziza | LinkedIn About our guest: Bruno Aziza specializes in scaling businesses and turning them into global leaders. He’s helped companies of all sizes and also helped launch Alpine Data Labs (bought by TIBCO), AppStream (bought by Symantec), SiSense (bought Periscope Data) & AtScale. Bruno specializes in high-growth SaaS, enterprise software, everything data, analytics, data science and artificial intelligence and has written books on data analytics and enterprise performance management. Follow Bruno on Twitter @brunoaziza and LinkedIn, where he shares unbiased insights every Monday. Books: Drive Business Performance, Framers Podcast: Daily Espresso - the economist , Tech Crunch

With the explosion of tools, the interpretation of data is dependent on the human who is interpreting it, and the technology or application that is using it. Ben Jones has been a coach and trainer for Data Literacy. In his current role, he assesses the maturity of Data Literacy of organizations and builds a plan to move the scale. In this podcast, we talked about the importance of Data Literacy in the Industrial Revolution 4.0 and some traits of a good data literate organization. Want more? 17 Key traits of Data Literacy -- https://youtu.be/KA_e1uFSWUM Avoiding Data Pitfalls -- https://www.amazon.com/Avoiding-Data-Pitfalls-presenting-visualizations/dp/1119278163/ Better Data Visualizations, Jon Schwabish: https://www.amazon.com/Better-Data-Visualizations-Scholars-Researchers/dp/0231193114/ Mind in Motion, Barbara Tvesrky: https://www.amazon.com/Mind-Motion-Action-Shapes-Thought/dp/046509306X/ Visualization Analysis and Design, Tamara Munzner: https://www.amazon.com/Visualization-Analysis-Design-AK-Peters/dp/1466508914/ The Spy and the Traitor, Ben Macintyre: https://www.amazon.com/Spy-Traitor-Greatest-Espionage-Story/dp/1101904216/ Elephant Company, Vicki Croke: https://www.amazon.com/Elephant-Company-Inspiring-Unlikely-Animals/dp/0812981650/ Podcast: 

Nandan Mullakara is a thought leader in Automation with a specialty on Robotic Process Automation (RPA). In this episode, we discussed the evolution of automation from OCR to RPA to now intelligent automation. Topics such as human in the loop, episodic capture of process, and data-driven intelligent automation have been discussed. In addition, Nandan articulated the outcomes of these topics, including improved productivity, less errors, and improved customer experience. Nandan described the value of augmentation in automation and how it is misinterpreted as complete automation removing the need for humans. Want More? Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise Connect with our guest Nandan Mullakara | LinkedIn About our guest: https://nandan.info/about-nandan-mullakara/ Books: Man's Search for Meaning  The Sovereign Individual: Mastering the Transition to the Information Age AI Superpowers: China, Silicon Valley, and the New World Order

For over 20 years, Brian has done a phenomenal job in bringing human centered design into the world of Analytics. Using various approaches and frameworks such as Explainability, Action on the decision, and Outputs vs Outcomes (among others), Brian brings the human and the business side of Data and Analytics. In this episode, Brian brings a value-driven approach to data product design using capabilities such as ML, AI, and BI. Want more? Human Centered Design Course -- https://designingforanalytics.com/services/course-designing-human-centered-data-products/ CED stands for Conclusion, Evidence, Data framework -- https://designingforanalytics.com/resources/c-e-d-ux-framework-for-advanced-analytics/ Audit for Data Products -- https://designingforanalytics.com/services/ui-design-and-ux-audit/ Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise

For over 20 years, Brian has done a phenomenal job in bringing human centered design into the world of Analytics. Using various approaches and frameworks such as Explainability, Action on the decision, and Outputs vs Outcomes (among others), Brian brings the human and the business side of Data and Analytics. In this episode, Brian brings a value-driven approach to data product design using capabilities such as ML, AI, and BI. Want more? Human Centered Design Course -- https://designingforanalytics.com/services/course-designing-human-centered-data-products/ CED stands for Conclusion, Evidence, Data framework -- https://designingforanalytics.com/resources/c-e-d-ux-framework-for-advanced-analytics/ Audit for Data Products -- https://designingforanalytics.com/services/ui-design-and-ux-audit/ Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise

George Firican works as the Data Governance and BI Director for The University of British Columbia. He is also the Founder and Content creator for LightsOnData consulting, an e-Learning platform that provides data professionals with a better understanding of data governance, data management, and data storytelling. In this episode, George discusses how he appeals to a 'non-technical' audience and how he shifted from being a data quality instructor to a leader in the data governance space. Want more? LightsOnData website and data courses: https://www.lightsondata.com LightsOnData YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/lightsondata?sub_confirmation=1 Lights On Data Show: https://www.lightsondata.com/lights-on-data-show/ IDP15 is the code your audience can use to benefit from a 15% discount on any of the following courses, plus my upcoming 2 courses on Practical Data Governance: Data Governance Maturity Models: https://www.lightsondata.com/data-governance-maturity-model/ Data Visualization Best Practices for Data Storytelling: https://www.lightsondata.com/data-visualization-for-data-storytelling-course/ Creating an Award-Winning Business Glossary: https://www.lightsondata.com/business-glossary/ Connect with our host Arvin

Christopher Bergh is the CEO and head chef of DataKitchen. DataKitchen is a Data Ops platform that automates your end-to-end workflows. With over 25 years of data analytics, research, and software engineering experience, Chris brings his fresh prospective and thought leadership of Data Ops. In this episode, Chris talks about the challenges surrounding Data Ops and how he tackles those obstacles. Want more? DataOps cookbook Data Kitchen Platform Why DevOps fails as DataOps Solution Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise

Samir Sharma is a data strategist, speaker, podcast host, and an industry leader in data strategy. He is a passionate data strategist who is determined to align business strategy to data strategy. He has built frameworks to ensure business buy-in for an organization's data strategy. In this episode, he talks about data strategy and its relationship to business value. Want More? The Data Strategy Show, A podcast by Samir Sharma Data Strategy Workshop Jordan Morrow: Why everyone should be data literate | Jordan Morrow | TEDxBoise | TED Talk Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise

“Data Whisperer” Scott Taylor is a speaker, author, and an industry leader in data management. He has taught many thought leaders the art and strategic value of data storytelling and provided many tools and techniques to do so in his book "Telling Your Data Story: Data Storytelling for Data Management." He has been a keynote speaker and host of many events, including Enterprise Data World and Master Data Marathon. In this episode, Scott discusses the key techniques that data management strategists and practitioners need to consider to make them successful and deliver value to the business. In addition, he will share some themes he outlines in his book. Want More? Scott Taylor’s book Telling Your Data Story: Data Storytelling for Data Management Learn about a Puppet Service Talk on Data Management LinkedIn Profile – https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottmztaylor/ The Data Whisperer YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVQ1YhjNqc77GVsb3Xs4tvw Too Much Tech Talk? (A puppet service announcement) – https://youtu.be/_JQ3HriEK0E Using the 3Vs of Big (Data) Storytelling: Vision, Vocabulary, Voice – https://issuu.com/infogovworld/docs/igw_vol_2_issue_2 MetaMeta Consulting – https://www.metametaconsulting.com/ Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise

Douglas Laney is the data & analytics strategy innovation fellow with the consultancy West Monroe and author of the best-selling book, "Infonomics: How to Monetize, Manage, and Measure Information for Competitive Advantage." In this episode, Arvind and Douglas discuss data as an asset, data literacy, and data ethics. Stay tuned at the end of the show for a special giveaway. Want More? Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient Connect with our guest Douglas Laney Douglas Laney's book Infonomics - www.amazon.com/Infonomics-Monetize-Measure-Information-Competitive/dp/1138090387 Douglas's Coursera Courses - Douglas B. Laney, Instructor | Coursera  Forbes Mention - Forbes - Douglas Laney Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise

In Season 2, we’re taking a deeper dive and focusing on the capabilities and best practices of Data Intelligence including Data Strategy, Data Marketplace and Monetization, Data Management, Data Literacy, Human-Centered Design, and more. Our intent is to accelerate your thinking and your journey by bringing you global thought leaders in this space and discuss how to become a more modern, data-driven organization.

Data has become such an integral factor in allowing organizations to identify customer expectations, market trends, and growth opportunities. Learn more about how data can be a competitive advantage for any business looking to enhance its digital experiences. Jim Hertzfeld, Digital Strategy Chief Strategist at Perficient, talks about how data and digital are shaping the customer experience today. Jim highlights how businesses are using data to better understand their customers and provide a better experience. And he shares his perspective on how data and analytics are becoming increasingly more important in the UX ecosystem. Want More? Explore our resource hub for the latest digital essentials content. Download and read the Digital Essentials guide series: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3

Having data visibility is great, but how do you monetize that data? In the world of ecommerce, there are many factors at play. These include AI engines, data privacy, compliance, and most recently COVID-19. In this episode, you’ll hear how to use data in new ways to drive your business forward and gain a competitive advantage. Pawan Gupta, a Principal of Commerce and Omnichannel Services at Perficient, discusses the impact data has on ecommerce, supply chain, and order management as well as key considerations such as data privacy and compliance. He explains why data is critical in mitigating risk and optimizing execution. Want more?  Explore our commerce capabilities.   Check out our client successes that have improved customers’ lives and promoted business growth.  Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient.   Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise. 

The world of healthcare is undergoing a massive digital transformation. This means the definition of interoperability now shifts to connected devices, data privacy, and more. HL7 FIHR is the standard of healthcare data interoperability and is a restful interface that lets you quickly get patient information. While patient data is now becoming more accessible and transferrable among systems, organization challenges now lie on the standards of regulation vs. standard of sharing. Listen as Perficient’s Mike Porter, Chief Strategist of CRM and Data, and Arvind Murali, director of business intelligence, deep dive into how your organization can meet necessary industry standards. Want More?  Explore our healthcare capabilities.   Check out our client successes that have improved customers’ lives and promoted business growth.  Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient.   Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise. 

More than 85% of data science projects fail, but in today’s COVID-19 world that can have a huge impact on an organization’s bottom line. In this episode, you’ll hear about the importance of data scientists, how to focus your big data initiatives around business outcomes, and how to drive value. Bill Busch, Chief Strategist and director of data solutions at Perficient, discusses trends in big data, data strategy, data ethics, and how to make better business decisions. Want More? Explore our business intelligence capabilities. Check out our client successes that have improved customers’ lives and promoted business growth. Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient. Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise.

Data has become more abundant and more crucial as businesses become more engaged in digital transformation initiatives. But knowing how to make the right decisions with the data available is still a struggle. Learn why organizations are looking to data storytelling as a solution. Abhisek Majumdar, director of business intelligence at Perficient, talks about how modern analytical technologies have evolved from the traditional BI workloads into visualization and explainability of predictive and prescriptive models. He explains why data storytelling has become the crux of everything and more. Want More? Explore our business intelligence capabilities. Check out our client successes that have improved customers’ lives and promoted business growth. Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient.  

Global spending for artificial intelligence (AI) could reach $100 billion by 2024, according to IDC. Data remains essential to driving successful outcomes. By inputting the right data, you can glean insights and recommendations that deliver tremendous business value. Christine Livingston, Artificial Intelligence Chief Strategist at Perficient, talks about AI trends, including how cloud has accelerated AI adoption. She also underscores the importance of big data and data quality and shares her perspective on hype versus reality with implementing AI. Christine closes with interesting AI use cases related to conversational commerce and intelligent automation. Want more? Explore our resource hub for the latest AI content. Watch our on-demand webinar for insights about AI in the healthcare industry. Download and read The Executive’s Guide to Intelligent Automation. Check out our client successes with AI that have improved customers’ lives and promoted business growth. Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient.  Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise.

Healthcare organizations have access to more data than ever, presenting both an opportunity and a responsibility to transform patient and member experiences with personalized care. Learn how data and analytics can unlock insights to evolve and deliver customized care plans. Juliet Silver, Healthcare Chief Strategist at Perficient, shares her perspective on the value of data and analytics in healthcare. She also discusses the impact of artificial intelligence, the criticality of data pre- and post- pandemic, interoperability mandates, and keys to enabling resiliency. Want more? Whether you’re a healthcare payer or provider, explore how to harness data for growth. Learn more about the top healthcare trends we’re tracking for 2021. Gain insights from our healthcare experts on trends and challenges happening in the industry. Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient. Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise.&nbs

As many businesses and individuals continue to face economic uncertainty, financial services institutions need to stand by their customers and support them with trust, transparency, and data-based decision making.  Scott Albahary, Financial Services Chief Strategist at Perficient, talks about data’s value in financial services and concepts that include the universal banker and robo-advisors. He also shares his perspective on trends in the financial services industry and considerations for evolving your business in the years ahead. Want more? Explore our on-demand webinar about data and financial services, The Secret to Acquiring and Retaining Customers in Financial Services. Watch Scott and Kevin Colletti’s conversation with Jim Marous from The Financial Brand in the on-demand webinar, Digital Strategy Lessons Financial Institutions Can Learn from Top Brands. Discover how we’ve helped financial services organizations achieve remarkable results with data and intelligence. Connect with our host Arvind Murali, Data Chief Strategist at Perficient. Learn more about Perficient's Data + Intelligence expertise.

The economic disruption caused by COVID-19 has significantly impacted organizations in every industry. By rethinking data and technology, business leaders can act quickly to reshape their businesses. If you’ve discovered that your data strategy and technology solutions need improvement, then this podcast is for you. Join Arvind Murali, Principal and Chief Strategist of Data at Perficient, for our first season of Intelligent Data. You’ll hear about the value of data within key industries and learn how to keep your business moving forward. The first episodes are coming this month. Subscribe to Intelligent Data on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, or wherever you listen to podcasts. Topics covered in Season 1: · Data and customer experience trends in financial services · Data and analytics, AI, and data privacy in healthcare · The value of data in artificial intelligence · Artificial and machine learning trends · Business intelligence (BI) trends · Big data support for making business decisions · The influence of BI solutions on analytics and decision making · Interoperability, data compliance, and data governance in healthcare · The value of data in ecommerce, supply chain, and order management · Data’s influence on customer experience and design · The importance of collaboration between UX designers and data engineers