Why Data Projects Keep Failing

18/06/2025 48 min Episodio 43
Why Data Projects Keep Failing

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Why do so many data and analytics projects fall short, even in the most well-funded companies?In this episode of Data Analytics Chat, host Ben Parker talks with Murli Buluswar, Head of Analytics at Citibank's US Personal Bank, to explore what companies are doing wrong in data and analytics solutions. We also explore his impressive career journey, from statistician to leader and unpack what it really takes to scale impact in data and analytics.00:00 Introduction to the Guest and Episode Overview00:48 Career Beginnings and Early Insights03:50 Transition to Leadership and Enterprise Thinking06:37 Continuous Learning and Self-Improvement17:53 Challenges and Skills in Data-Driven Leadership36:41 Common mistakes companies make when building analytics solutions40:55 Companies' obsession with the latest tools and technologies 45:29 Poor leadership or lack of accountability at the top46:23 Industry guilty of overcomplicating data strategies 48:21 Final Thoughts and ConclusionThank you for listening!