MetaDAMA - Data Management in the Nordics

«You bring in the knowledge of what works in real life and what doesn’t. That is actually what you are being paid for.» With a year behind him as a solo entrepreneur in his own company, Datakor Consulting, Juha Korpela takes us on a journey through fact-finding-missions at what he calls "the middle layer" of organizations — the strategic area between high-level business strategy and tactical project execution. It is here, he believes, that data consultants can create the most significant and ...

14 Apr 43min

"Dataetik handler også om den måde, vi opfatter brugeren og mennesket, vores demokrati og vores samfund på." / "Data ethics is also about how we perceive the user and the human being, our democracy, and our society." In this episode, we dive into the complexities of data ethics with Gry Hasselbalch, a leading expert on the topic. With experience shaping EU regulations on data and AI ethics, she shares insights on why human values must remain at the core of digital development. We explore the ...

24 Mar 51min

«Leadership is about sowing the common vision and the common way forward, bringing the people with you.» How can a nuclear physicist transform into a data leader in the industrial sector? Kristiina Tiilas from Finland shares her fascinating journey from leading digitalization programs at Fortum to shaping data-driven organizations at companies like Outokumpu and Kemira. Kristiina provides unique insights into navigating complex data-related projects within traditional industrial environments....

24 Feb 40min

"Vi modellerer for å forstå, organisere og strukturere dataene." / "We model to understand, organize, and structure the data." This episode with Geir Myrind, Chief Information Architect, offers a deep dive into the value of data modeling in organizations. We explore how unified models can enhance the value of data analysis across platforms and discuss the technological development trends that have shaped this field. Historical shifts toward more customized systems have also challenged the wa...

3 Feb 41min

"Den største utfordringen, det viktigste å ta tak i, det er å standardisere på nasjonalt nivå. / The biggest challenge, the most important thing to address, is standardizing at the national level."The healthcare industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the need to modernize health registries and create a cohesive approach to data governance. At the heart of this transformation is the ambition to harness the power of data to improve decision-making, streamline processes, ...

13 Jan 30min

«Data Management is an interesting one: If it fails, what’s the feedback loop?» For the Holiday Special of Season 4, we’ve invited the author of «Fundamentals of Data Engineering», podcast host of the «Joe Reis Show», «Mixed Model Arts» sensei, and «recovering Data Scientist» Joe Reis. Joe has been a transformative voice in the field of data engineering and beyond. He is also the author of the upcoming book with the working title "Mixed Model Arts", which redefines data modeling for the mo...

16 Des 202453min

«We want to make data actionable.» Join us for an engaging conversation with Shuang Wu, Mesta's lead data engineer. We delve into the concept of platforms and explore how they empower autonomous delivery teams, making data-driven decisions a central part of their strategy. Shuang discusses the intricate process of evolving from a mere data platform to a comprehensive service platform, especially within organizations that aren't IT-centric. Her insights emphasize a lean, agile approach to pri...

25 Nov 202441min

«I think we are just seeing the beginning of what we can achieve in that field.» Step into the world of data science and AI as we welcome Victor Undli, a leading data scientist from Norway, who shares his insights into how this field has evolved from mere hype to a vital driver of innovation in Norwegian organizations. Discover how Victor's work with Ung.no, a Norwegian platform for teenagers, illustrates the profound social impact and value creation potential of data science, especiall...

4 Nov 202431min