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BLOG | APRIL 20, 2022

The CDAO’s Perspective: Data Governance

BLOG | APRIL 20, 2022

The CDAO’s Perspective: Data Governance

Data governance is the clear, number one priority for CDAOs for the second year in a row and the most selected area of investment for 2022. What goals and challenges have CDAOs shared on the topic? Here are some CDAO perspectives on data governance.
BLOG | NOVEMBER 21, 2022

5 Tips for a Successful Data Mesh Implementation

BLOG | NOVEMBER 21, 2022

5 Tips for a Successful Data Mesh Implementation

Data mesh is a trending topic among CDAOs, and many are contemplating whether it is the right approach for their future data architecture needs. Vishal Patel, Chief Data Officer & Head of Data Engineering at Webster Bank shares insight into the value of data mesh and how data leaders can utilize it to promote self-service capabilities throughout organizations.
BLOG | MAY 23, 2022

The CDAO’s Perspective: Data Sharing, Availability & Democratization

BLOG | MAY 23, 2022

The CDAO’s Perspective: Data Sharing, Availability & Democratization

Data sharing, availability and democratization secured a spot as a top priority for CDAOs for the first time this year. What goals and challenges have CDAOs shared? Here are some CDAO perspectives on this topic.
BLOG | APRIL 3, 2023

9 Trends for CDAOs in 2023

BLOG | APRIL 3, 2023

9 Trends for CDAOs in 2023

More than 400 CDAOs have taken our annual Leadership Perspective Survey and shared what matters most to them, from enterprise objectives, to functional priorities, to budgets and spend. Here are a few of the top CDAO trends for 2023.
INFOGRAPHIC | JULY 6, 2023

CDAO Community Pulse on AI & Your Business

INFOGRAPHIC | JULY 6, 2023

CDAO Community Pulse on AI & Your Business

CDOs and CDAOs have been mastering AI/ML for years, but the introduction of ChatGPT in late 2022 has reshaped the data landscape, creating new opportunities and challenges. We asked data leaders how they are thinking about and approaching generative AI this year - here is what 125 CDAOs had to say about their plans and outlook for the future of business.
BLOG | FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The CDAO Outlook for 2022: Three Key Themes

BLOG | FEBRUARY 11, 2022

The CDAO Outlook for 2022: Three Key Themes

In 2022, CDAOs will continue to drive their businesses toward data-driven decision making with data democratization, accessibility and trust across the organization. Here are three themes we think CDAOs will be focused on in the year ahead.
BLOG | FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Three Key Themes for CDAOs in 2024

BLOG | FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Three Key Themes for CDAOs in 2024

The world of data and analytics is in the midst of a revolution with the explosion of generative AI in 2023. As we head into 2024, it is crucial for CDAOs to move quickly to evolve with the digital landscape. Based on executive conversations and proprietary survey data, we plan to focus on 3 themes as we curate the agendas for our upcoming CDAO community programs.
SURVEY REPORT | JUNE 20, 2022

Top 3 Goals & Challenges for CDAOs in 2022

SURVEY REPORT | JUNE 20, 2022

Top 3 Goals & Challenges for CDAOs in 2022

The role of the CDAO is rising in organizations across the globe, unlocking opportunities for growth and innovation. Here, we take a closer look at their top goals and challenges, based on results from Evanta’s 2022 Leadership Perspective Survey.
BLOG | MAY 18, 2022

The CDAO’s Perspective: Data-Driven Culture

BLOG | MAY 18, 2022

The CDAO’s Perspective: Data-Driven Culture

Creating a data-driven culture is the number two priority for CDAOs in 2022. What are data and analytics leaders telling us about their progress on data culture? Here are some CDAO perspectives on how their organizations are adopting a more data-driven culture.
TOWN HALL INSIGHTS | APRIL 10, 2025

Driving Strategic AI — A CDAO’s Roadmap to Success

TOWN HALL INSIGHTS | APRIL 10, 2025

Driving Strategic AI — A CDAO’s Roadmap to Success

CEOs are increasingly focusing on AI initiatives, and consequently, CDAOs are challenged with establishing the groundwork for these initiatives and aligning their strategies with the business' evolving digital requirements. Recently, CDAOs from the Toronto Community gathered for a Town Hall to deliberate on the current AI landscape and identify actionable strategies to implement within their organizations – These are the key takeaways.
BLOG | JANUARY 2, 2023

CDAO Community: The Most Popular Topics of 2022

BLOG | JANUARY 2, 2023

CDAO Community: The Most Popular Topics of 2022

This year, Evanta’s CDAO communities gathered across North America to tackle mission critical priorities, ranging from data governance, talent and data literacy training. Here are the highlights from Evanta’s CDAO community programs in 2022.