the Datamine guide to data strategy

Unlock the true power of your business data with a strategy that actually delivers.

Data shouldn’t sit in a database waiting to be used.  With a clear data strategy – one that drives real, measurable outcomes it becomes an invaluable business asset that guides decisions, creates efficiencies, and unlocks opportunities.

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Datamine’s step-by-step guide to building a data strategy

Every organisation has unique goals, systems and challenges. But when it comes to making data work for you, universal principles apply, especially when artificial intelligence and automation are part of everyday decision-making.

The Datamine Guide to Data Strategy is designed to support businesses across Australia and New Zealand as they look for ways to take advantage of their business information. It outlines the key steps involved in developing a data strategy, from roles and responsibilities to implementing solutions and the ethics involved.

HERE'S WHAT'S INSIDE

What is a data strategy?

A data strategy defines the ‘why’ behind your data projects.  Instead of taking an ad hoc approach to data analysis and insights, a clear strategy helps you prioritise, plan, and drive consistent value across your business.

 

Key workstreams when developing a data strategy

Discover the six critical workstreams that guide your data journey.  Learn how to scope your challenges, build an analytics roadmap, and avoid the trap of investing in tech without the right processes or people in place.

 

Identifying roles and responsibilities

Explore how to structure internal teams, build capability across departments, and establish a Centre of Excellence to champion analytics across your business.  You’ll also find guidance on managing roles in organisations at different stages of the data journey.

 

Process + benefit realisation framework

Our three-phase approach – explore, prototype, build – helps businesses test value early, reduce risk, and scale fast.  These workflows ensure that your analytics projects are manageable and measurable, with clear returns.

 

Identifying the right technology solutions

Choosing technology comes later in the process for a reason.  Your tech needs should reflect your strategy, not the other way around.  We walk you through auditing current platforms, understanding the difference between data and systems integration, and designing a scalable architecture that could include a data warehouse, customer data platform and analytics tools.

 

Ethical guidelines and developing data principles

Data use brings serious responsibilities.  Get help defining the ethical boundaries, ownership rules and clear principles that guide your team’s decisions around data use.  From privacy concerns to the risks involved with AI, developing these principles ensures your strategy is legally sound and morally responsible.

 

Turn your data into a competitive advantage – download our guide now and start building a successful data strategy.

 

Further Reading:

How to kickstart a data strategy

Data Strategy vs. Analytics Roadmap: What's the difference?

Does my organisation need a data strategy?

Finding direction in your business data