The Data Strategist

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?? In the News

How Technology, Data Analytics Transforming Financial Management

Source:?News 18

Traditionally, financial management has been reactive, focusing on what has already happened through historical reports. However, the landscape is changing, with many organizations adopting a more proactive approach by leveraging data analytics.?

22 Top AI Statistics and Trends In 2024

Source:?Forbes

The AI market is projected to reach a staggering $1,339 billion by 2030, experiencing substantial growth from its estimated $214 billion revenue in 2024.

GenAI Funding on Track to Set New Record in 2024

Source:?S&P Global

In the first three quarters of this year, GenAI startups secured over $20 billion, according to S&P Global Market Intelligence data. That puts 2024 on track to exceed the 2023 total of $22.7 billion.

Data-Driven Delight: AI Transforming Customer Experience

Source:?Forbes

The digital age has revolutionized customer expectations. No longer content with limited options, today's customers actively explore, compare, and demand exceptional experiences throughout their entire journey.

?? Executive Moves

Flagstar Bank Appoints Senior Leaders to Elevate Technology and Risk

Source:?Monitor Daily

Christopher Higgins, Senior Executive Vice President, Chief Information Officer of Flagstar Bank, brings nearly 40 years of executive leadership experience in banking to Flagstar.?

CareDx Appoints Jing Huang as CDAIO

Source:?CDO Magazine

CareDx, Inc., a precision medicine company focused on transplant patients and caregivers has announced the appointment of Jing Huang Ph.D., in the newly created role of Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Officer.?

Vantage Insurance Partners, Inc. Appoints Jack Butcher as CEO to Drive Next Phase of Growth

Source:?PR Web

Vantage Insurance Partners, Inc., announced the appointment of Jack Butcher as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Alex Panlilio.

?? What's Trending

Scaling AI: Strategies for AI-Steady and AI-Accelerated Organizations

Source:?Gartner (LinkedIn)

AI has made significant strides, with new GenAI foundation models being released every two and a half days. Despite this rapid innovation, nearly half of CIOs report that AI hasn't met ROI expectations.

How to Adapt Data Governance to the Needs of the Organization

Source:?Deloitte (LinkedIn)

In today’s digital age, the abundance and importance of data necessitate that companies should treat data management with the same care they invest in their employees. Developing a tailored Data Governance strategy is essential for making strategic business decisions based on reliable data.

Data Centers: Rapid Growth Will Test U.S. Tech Sector's Decarbonization Ambitions

Source:?S&P Global (LinkedIn)

Data center capacity growth is key to the U.S. tech industries' development of AI and cloud computing technologies. Related increases in power consumption and emissions appear incompatible with many tech companies' carbon-reduction goals.

?? Career Opportunities

Director Analytics

Source:?LinkedIn

As the Director of Analytics, you will also play a pivotal role in shaping the structure of the Uqora and Equelle analytics team providing key insights to shape strategic decision making as we grow our omni-channel presence.

Senior Vice President of Technology

Source:?LinkedIn

The SVP is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organizations technology infrastructure, including network design, hardware management, artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives, Technology Service Desk, desktop systems and the Business Intelligence infrastructure.?

Director Consumer Analytics?

Source:?LinkedIn

The Director, Consumer Media Analytics NA will be responsible for leading the development and execution of data-driven strategies to optimize consumer engagement and drive business growth.?

Director of Financial Planning and Analysis

Source:?LinkedIn

Provide financial and operational information, expertise and insights to organization through reporting, data management & technological integrations.

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