Start Small, Govern Smart: The Simple Path to Sustainable Data Governance
In 2024, a global bank discovered that its customer-onboarding process was taking nine days on average — compared to an industry benchmark of three — due to fragmented data systems, undefined ownership, and no formal stewardship for its customer master domain (OvalEdge, 2024). This story underscores a critical truth: even the most advanced analytics and […]
AI Hype, Value, and Data: Navigating 2025’s Unpredictable AI Market
Few markets have commanded as much attention as AI in 2025. As headlines tout new breakthroughs and record capital inflows, many leaders are asking: Are current AI valuations justified, or are we repeating the cycle of tech-driven market bubbles? Likewise, practical businesses need clarity: What is genuinely working beyond the noise, and how can organizations […]
When SaaS Outpaces Governance: How Executives Can Regain Control of Their Data
When Agility Outpaces Accountability Every minute, another Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) application goes live inside an enterprise. Business units demand agility, IT organizations scramble to enable speed, and vendors deliver turnkey cloud solutions with frictionless onboarding. The result? A sprawling, dynamic SaaS portfolio that evolves faster than the organization’s ability to govern it. The global Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) […]
How Your Business Can Overcome Common Data Quality Mistakes
Summary Even the best strategies break down if the data behind them is unreliable. Data quality mistakes cost a typical business $12.9 million to $15 million a year and put digital transformation at risk. The Most Common Mistakes 1. Inaccurate Data Simple errors in entry, misspelling, or outdated values often go unchecked. This covers everything […]
Why 80% of Data Investments Fail — and How to Be in the 20% That Succeed
Only 20% of executives say their data initiatives consistently deliver measurable business value. That’s a staggering figure, given the trillions invested globally in analytics, AI, and “digital transformation” over the past decade. The paradox is clear: most organizations aren’t drowning in a lack of data — they’re paralyzed by a lack of data clarity. The […]
Data Stewardship—The Unseen Hero Behind Successful Businesses
Summary Stewardship is the hidden link between ambitious business strategy and real, measurable results. Good data stewardship ensures information stays accurate, secure, and useful—driving reliable decision-making in dynamic markets. “Data stewardship is about making governance real—turning policies into the day-to-day work of delivering business value.” — ProArch, 2025 What Is Data Stewardship? Data stewardship is […]
Data Value Enhancement: A Before and After Success Story
Summary: Why Data Transformation Matters Today’s CFO faces more pressure than ever to drive not just financial efficiency but meaningful business transformation. Modern finance leaders know that better-managed data unlocks growth, improves reporting, and supports risk reduction. In a recent Deloitte survey, 91% of CFOs said their companies would undergo more digital transformation in five […]
Dashboards Are Not Communication Tools—Unless You Treat Them Like One
Summary Companies spend millions on dashboards, expecting better decisions and accountability in return. Yet, many organizations find their dashboards lead to confusion or inaction, not insight. To unlock real business value, dashboards must be designed as purposeful communication tools—not just data displays. Setup: The Business Leader’s Dilemma In a fast-growing enterprise, each department built its […]
The Hidden Risk of “Good Enough” Data in Financial Reporting
Summary Many organizations see “good enough” data pass through finance unchecked, but the real cost runs deeper than a few restatements. This piece debunks the myth that nearly-right data is safe. It shows how poor standards erode trust, slow growth, and expose companies to unnecessary financial risk. The Myth The myth is simple. “If my […]
From Data Chaos to Data Confidence: A 30-Day Roadmap for Business Leaders
Data is the pulse of modern business. Yet for many organizations, it often feels more like a source of confusion than a foundation for growth. Teams debate “whose numbers are right,” reports don’t match, and decisions take longer than they should. The root problem? Weak or absent data governance. Governance is rarely glamorous, but it […]
