The Hidden Barriers to Data Maturity

In this episode of Data Analytics Chat, host Ben Parker sits down with Jessica Talisman, Senior Information Architect at Adobe, to uncover why so many organisations struggle to move beyond basic data management. Jessica shares in-depth industry insights on the root causes of poor data quality, the often-overlooked role of data governance, and why AI initiatives frequently fail without a robust data foundation.  From her unique career path rooted in library and information science to leading complex data ecosystems in tech, Jessica offers a fresh, pragmatic view on what it really takes to build scalable, trusted data systems. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:38 Jessica's Unconventional Career Path03:19 Motivations and Career Shifts05:03 The Importance of Data Management08:11 Emerging Roles in Data and AI10:43 Passion and Career Growth27:38 Facing Career Setbacks33:59 Navigating Life's Challenges with Self-Care35:03 The Importance of Mindset and Personal Growth35:36 Turning Setbacks into Opportunities39:31 Discovering and Leveraging Your Superpowers45:20 Building High-Quality Data Ecosystems47:37 The Role of Leadership in Data Governance55:31 Breaking Down Data Silos59:16 Investing in Knowledge Graphs01:04:04 Advice for Data Leaders01:07:10 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThank you for listening!

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