Secrets of Data Analytics Leaders

Mar 05 2025 247 ep. 13 mins 742

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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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Ultimate Guide to Streaming Data Pipelines: Six Criteria to Evaluate and Select the Right Tool

Mar 05 2025 10 mins

This blog, the second in a series, recommends six criteria to help data leaders evaluate tools for managing streaming data pipelines. Published at: https://www.eckerson.com/articles/ultimate-guide-to-streaming-data-pipelines-six-criteria-to-evaluate-and-select-the-right-tool

Why and How Streaming Data Drives the Success of Generative AI

Feb 17 2025 7 mins

This blog defines streaming data, explains why companies need it, and explores how streaming data pipelines feed multi-faceted GenAI applications. Published at: https://www.eckerson.com/articles/why-and-how-streaming-data-drives-the-success-of-generative-ai

Managing Change in the Age of AI: The Head, Heart, and Herd Framework - Audio Blog

Feb 05 2025 8 mins

Change is inevitable, but adoption is key. From AI/ML tools to leadership shifts, success depends on aligning people, not just technology. Published at: https://www.eckerson.com/articles/managing-change-in-the-age-of-ai-the-head-heart-and-herd-framework

Analytics and AI for SAP Environments: Build a Unified Data Foundation to Drive Advanced Use Cases - Audio Blog

Jan 15 2025 8 mins

This blog covers integrating SAP and third-party systems to build a unified data foundation for analytics and AI in conversational use cases. Published at: https://www.eckerson.com/articles/analytics-and-ai-for-sap-environments-build-a-unified-data-foundation-to-drive-advanced-use-cases

Build or Buy RAG? Four Questions to Guide Your Approach to Retrieval Augmented Generation for GenAI - Audio Blog

Jan 07 2025 9 mins

This blog recommends four questions to help data and AI leaders compare homegrown and commercial options for retrieval augmented generation. Published at: https://www.eckerson.com/articles/build-or-buy-rag-four-questions-to-guide-your-approach-to-retrieval-augmented-generation-for-genai

Predictions 2025: Everything is About to Change - Audio Blog

Nov 28 2024 17 mins

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-change

The Shiny Allure of Data Observability - Audio Blog

Nov 20 2024 15 mins

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-certification

Unlocking Data Monetization Success - Audio Blog

Nov 19 2024 8 mins

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-success

Good Data Architecture - Anti-Monolith - Audio Blog

Nov 19 2024 6 mins

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-monolith

Blending Data Mesh and Data Fabric: Crafting a Balanced Data Strategy - Audio Blog

Oct 23 2024 11 mins

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 the right fit for your organiza