S1 - 21 | From Spreadsheets to Data Fabric: How to Scale Your Data Strategy

Picture this: a vast ocean of data flowing through your organization, some of it clean and ready to use, some of it lost or mislabeled. How do you transform this messy space into a rich source of reliable insights?

In this episode, I sit down with Marek Ovčáček, VP of Platform Strategy at Ataccama, to explore how data governance can be both the scaffolding and the engine for business innovation. Marek shares his journey from academia to industry, unpacking the messy reality of enterprise data and the power of streamlined data management. We talk about building a “data quality fabric,” the critical role of automation, and how to overcome the human barriers that make or break any data initiative.

What we cover:

• The hidden costs of using Excel as a stopgap solution
• Why organizational buy-in is crucial (and how to get it)
• The importance of a well-connected data catalog
• Data quality as an ongoing practice, not a one-time project
• Navigating the different needs of business users and tech teams
• A glimpse into the future of metadata management and automation

Ready to see how the right data strategy can help you move from firefighting to innovating? Tune in to learn about real-world examples, practical steps, and fresh perspectives on leveraging your data.