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Written by: CDO Magazine Bureau
Updated 2:52 PM UTC, Wed April 9, 2025
Adding on, he affirms having a classical funnel mechanism where the organization can start small, take ideas, and eventually mature into something that can be scaled or aborted if it does not work.
Aligning Data Strategies with Business Objectives: Zakir Hussain, EY Americas Data Leader
In this insightful episode, EY’s Zakir Hussain joins Camille Prado of CDO Magazine to discuss how data leaders can maximize ROI in the GenAI era by aligning their data strategies with core business goals.
Topics covered:
✔️The importance of business alignment in data initiatives
✔️How to avoid siloed execution and encourage adoption
✔️Measurable frameworks and performance metrics for value realization
✔️EY and CDO Magazine’s latest research insights
✔️How GenAI is reshaping expectations around data readiness and ROI
Whether you’re a CDO, CIO, or just passionate about data strategy, this conversation is packed with actionable ideas to drive impact in your organization.