Talking with David Mathison, founder of Be The Media

Welcome to the IBM Interconnect 2017 podcast series. We’re coming to you from sunny Las Vegas in the USA. I’m Des Blanchfield and I’m your host. And I’m here today for this podcast and I have the pleasure of having David Matheson with me. David’s the CEO and founder of the CDO Club and CDO Summit. And we were talking earlier, David, and you highlighted the 3 key things related to this event in particular that you’re interested in were digital, data, and analytics. So welcome to the podcast, thanks for joining us and making time.

Key Takeaways from the Event

David Matheson, the CEO and founder of the CDO Club and CDO Summit, shared his insights from the IBM Interconnect 2017 event. Here are some key takeaways from his discussion with Des Blanchfield:

• The overwhelming amount of information and high-quality speakers at the event
• The focus on digital, data, and analytics
• The importance of embracing open source and community building
• The significance of cognitive computing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence in the future of data and analytics

The Future of Data and Analytics

David emphasized the importance of cognitive computing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence in the future of data and analytics. He highlighted the overwhelming amount of data available through various sources such as mobile devices, social media, and IoT, and the need for cognitive solutions to simplify data analysis and decision-making.

The Role of Chief Data Officers

David discussed the growing importance of Chief Data Officers (CDOs) and their strategic role in organizations. He emphasized the need for CDOs to drive customer engagement in real time and the talent shortage in the data and analytics field. He also shared insights on the career path of CDOs, including their potential to transition to CEO roles.

The Impact of Watson Data Platform

David’s aha moment at the event was related to the Watson Data Platform and its potential to simplify data analysis and drive customer engagement in real time. He highlighted the significance of the platform in enabling organizations to extract value from their data and make data-driven decisions.

The Horizon of Data and Analytics

In conclusion, David emphasized the future of cognitive computing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence in the field of data and analytics. He highlighted the overwhelming amount of data available and the need for cognitive solutions to simplify data analysis and decision-making.

Closing Thoughts

David’s insights from the IBM Interconnect 2017 event shed light on the future of data and analytics, the role of Chief Data Officers, and the impact of cognitive computing in driving customer engagement and extracting value from data. As organizations continue to navigate the evolving landscape of data and analytics, the adoption of cognitive solutions will play a crucial role in driving business success.

Stay tuned for more updates and insights from industry experts on the future of data and analytics. Thank you for reading!

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