Why Data Governance & Data Quality Are Important

04/12/2025 23 min Episodio 67
Why Data Governance & Data Quality Are Important

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In this episode of Data Analytics Chat, we welcome Carol Kim, Executive Director at IBM, who shares her intriguing journey from a finance background to leading technology, data, and AI at IBM's Global Real Estate organisation. Carol discusses her career transformation, the importance of curiosity and authentic leadership, and the role of storytelling in decision-making. The episode also looks into the significance of data governance and quality for data-driven decision-making and how to build effective data governance frameworks. Carol further discusses adapting to different cultures, continuous reinvention, and the hidden costs of poor data quality. 00:00 Introduction: The Power of Willingness to Learn01:12 Welcome to Data Analytics Chat02:01 Carol Kim's Career Journey02:57 The Role of Data in Real Estate03:38 Adapting to Different Cultures07:54 The Importance of Storytelling in Data09:59 Challenges in Leadership and Career Transitions15:13 The Significance of Data Governance and Quality24:06 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThank you for listening!