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Connecting Strategy to Operations

How to turn data strategy into operational change by linking Gate 1: Business Outcomes, Gate 7: Governance and Gate 3: Data Quality.

Code: DS4 Track: Data Strategy Length: 1 hour (other formats available) Level: Intermediate
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Overview

This “capstone” session focuses on execution. It shows how strategy triggers governance, how governance drives quality, and how all three need to be embedded into day-to-day operations.

Who it is for

  • Executives frustrated that strategies don’t translate into change.
  • Data leaders responsible for turning strategy into delivery
  • Operational leaders involved in data-heavy processes.

What you will learn

  • How to connect strategy, governance and quality in one operating model.
  • How to use the 8 Gate framework to drive change.
  • How to design feedback loops from operations back to strategy.
  • Practical examples of aligning roadmaps, forums and KPIs.

Agenda

  • Recap: strategy, governance and quality.
  • Introducing the 8 Gate execution lens.
  • Designing operating rhythms and forums.
  • Case examples: from slideware to sustained change.
  • Q&A

Delivery and format

Delivered as a 1 hour interactive virtual session, with options to extend into a 2 hour working session focused on your portfolio.

  • Format: Live virtual or on site.
  • Group size: Up to 25 participants recommended.
  • Optional: Follow-up roadmap working session with your leadership team.

Next steps

Often combined with DS1 · Data Strategy vs Data Governance, DS2 · Building a Data Strategy Roadmap and DS3 · Key Pillars of a Modern Data Strategy as a three-part leadership series.