AI & The Data Revolution
AI & The Data Revolution: How Teams can Harness Disruption to Conquer Turmoil, by Laura B. Madsen
In an era where data is hailed as the new oil and AI as the engine driving innovation, navigating the disruptive landscape of technology can be daunting for data leaders. AI & The Data Revolution, a groundbreaking book by Laura Madsen, offers pragmatic advice and strategic insights tailored for data leaders in today’s fast-paced world.
Topics
Chapter 1: What this is, What it is not
Chapter 2: Let’s Get it Started!
A Brief History Lesson
Data, Data Everywhere
Once Upon a Time in a Place Called Silicon Valley
Not All Data is Equal
Speed and Scale
Let’s Not do Dumb Stuff Faster
Kwality is Job One
Would you like AI with that?
But, like, how?!
Chapter 3: Getting Future-Ready
Knowledge Graphs
Point-Solutions
Hybrid Theory
Chapter 4: Disruption in Modern Times
Something from Nothing
What is a Thought Model?
Sustainable Disruption Model
Disrupters | Optimizers | Keepers Profiles
Disrupters
Optimizers
Keepers
How to use SDM
A Moment for Keepers
Chapter 5: All that Glitters
Generations Speak
Technology and Pace of Change
It’s Not Just About Leadership
The Myths of Disruption
Myth Number One
Myth Number Two
Myth Number Three
Myth Number Four
Myth Number Five
Teams and Maturity
But, like how?
Chapter 6: Are You Ready for it?
Building a Mystery
Culture Club
But, First, the Elephant
Disrupting Data Teams
The Re-org
Achilles Heel
Chapter 7: SDM and a Framework for AI
Who: Find Your People
Why: State Your Intention
What: Deciding what to Build
How: Methods to Collaborate, Cultivate, Create, and Communicate
When: Setting Expectations
How Much: Metrics to Prove Value
Variations on a Theme
People Power (Who Section)
Identify Use Cases (How Section)
Testing Methodologies (What Section)
Chapter 8: Governance with a Capital G
Governance Definitions
Access Governance
Corporate Governance
Data Governance
Information Governance
Portfolio Governance
Governing is a Four-Letter Word
Increasing Data Usage
Improving Data Quality
Identifying Data Lineage
Ensuring Data Protection
Top Four AI Governance Considerations
Top-Down
Policies
K.I.S.S. (keep it simple, silly)
Flexibility is Strength
Time Keeps on Ticking (ticking, ticking) into the Future
Governance Structure
Do the Right Thing
A Little Less Conversation, a Little More Action, Please
Know When to Hold ‘em (Accountable)
The Reckoning
Chapter 9: Welcome to the Real World
I Wanna Push You Around
It’s Not Me It’s You
Mad Skills
I Do Not Think it Means What You Think it Means
Psychic Friends Network
When you’re a Hammer
Winter is Coming
Bitter with the Sweet
Chapter 10: Step by Step
What’s your Type?
From the Top
Missing You
Tech Debt Deprecation Plan
Moving On, Letting Go
Oversight and Operations
A Better Future
How to Deploy the Framework
Create, Cultivate, Collaborate, Communicate
Examples
Starting from Zero Got Nothing to Lose
A Different Outcome
It’s Complicated
A Different Outcome
Fade to Black
Appendix
Book List
Table of Contents for AI Framework Playbook
Technical Debt Brief
As digital transformation revolutionizes industries across the globe, businesses are increasingly turning to data-driven decision-making and AI-powered solutions to gain a competitive edge. However, with this rapid evolution comes many challenges and complexities that demand a fresh perspective and actionable strategies.
AI & The Data Revolution serves as a beacon of guidance amidst this turbulence, providing data leaders with a comprehensive roadmap to effectively harness the power of AI while mitigating risks and maximizing opportunities. Drawing upon Madsen’s years of experience in the field, this book offers a blend of theoretical frameworks and real-world case studies, equipping readers with the knowledge and tools needed to thrive in the age of AI disruption.
Key themes explored include:
- Understanding the fundamentals of AI and its implications for data leadership.
- Navigating the ethical and regulatory landscape surrounding AI and data privacy.
- Creating a sustainable model for technology disruption in your organization.
- Addressing the technical debt that will hold back innovation.
- Creating an AI framework with dynamic innovation in mind.
- Step-by-step guide on how to get started.
Unlike traditional textbooks or theoretical treatises, AI & The Data Revolution is designed to be a practical guidebook for data leaders, offering actionable insights and best practices that can be implemented immediately. Whether you’re a seasoned executive leading a data-driven organization or a newcomer looking to navigate the complexities of AI, this book is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to unlock the full potential of their data assets.
About Laura
Laura Madsen is a global data strategist, keynote speaker, and author of four industry books. She advises data leaders in healthcare, government, manufacturing, and tech. Laura has spoken at hundreds of conferences and events, inspiring organizations and individuals alike with her iconoclastic disrupter mentality. Laura is a co-founder and partner in a Minneapolis-based consulting firm, Moxy Analytics, to converge two of her biggest passions: helping companies define and execute successful data strategies and radically challenging the status quo.
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