S1 - 18 | Mastering Team Analytics: A Real-Time Approach to Efficiency and Growth

Today I explore the world of using data to optimize team effectiveness with Chris Boys, co-founder of Umano. We explore the challenges of turning raw data into actionable insights and why empowering teams with data can transform how organizations work. From Chris’s experience at Dun & Bradstreet to building Umano, we get an inside look at how real-time data and team analytics can fuel better decisions, boost collaboration, and reclaim valuable time for what truly matters.

Chris shares his journey of frustration with inefficient reporting processes and how that inspired Umano—a platform designed to provide teams with the right data at the right time. This conversation is packed with lessons for data leaders, from overcoming resistance to data to fostering a culture of transparency, shared accountability, and growth mindset.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to bridge the gap between data and decisions in teams of any size.
• The difference between data-driven and data-informed cultures—and why it matters.
• Practical strategies to build trust and adoption around team data.
• How tension (not strain) can spark innovation and progress.

Memorable Quotes:

• “Data is there to serve us—we’re not there to serve data.”
• “Trust is the foundation of data adoption. Without it, even the best insights will fall flat.”
• “Teams should benchmark against themselves, not against others.”