Data Universe interview with Malcolm Hawker of Profisee

Always fun and informative talking with my data brother from another mother Malcolm Hawker of Profisee 🤩 – this time on the floor of Data Universe at the DataVengers / Deep Vibe booth. We discuss : ⚠ The Urgent need for action in data management 🤿Diving into practical strategies for implementing governance and MDM 💪What’s needed to pave the way for AI integration! As a former enterprise data leader and Gartner Analyst, Malcolm shares his expert perspective on: 🥳AI Practicality Over Hype: Malcolm stresses the need for companies to shift from merely discussing the potential of AI to actually operationalizing it. He emphasizes the importance of integrating AI into everyday applications and workflows, using examples like chatbots and co-pilots to interact with internal data. ⚒Back to Basics with Data Governance: Despite the AI buzz, Malcolm highlights the enduring importance of foundational data management practices such as governance, master data management (MDM), data quality, and integration. He underscores the necessity of striking a balance between chasing AI advancements and ensuring solid data foundations. 🚨Urgency in Implementation: Malcolm emphasizes the need for immediate action in data management. He highlights the importance of getting hands dirty with data governance, MDM, and quality initiatives right away, rather than waiting for a perfect strategy. The key, he suggests, is to execute responsibly and aligning actions with governance policies while pursuing AI advancements. 💡Be sure to follow Malcolm on LinkedIn and tune into his CDO Matters podcast for expert insights.