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Bringing Data and AI to LifeThe Value Engineering Playbook to Solve Real Problems with: Insights from the Dean of Data, Bill SchmarzoIf you think the mere presence of AI determines organizational success, think again. Because it’s when organizations use AI to support value creation, that success really takes a seat at the table. In this episode of Bringing Data and AI to Life, our host Amy Horowitz, VP of the Data Governance and Data Integration Solution Sales team for Informatica, welcomes the ‘Dean of Big Data’, Bill Schmarzo to the show, to unpack key strategies to transform data and AI initiatives into tangible business value.What You’ll LearnThe Value Engineering Methodology to transfor...2025-06-2616 min
Cool People. Cool Tech. Cool Stories. PodcastDecisions, Not Questions: Bill Schmarzo on AI, Data, and the Future of ThinkingDecisions, Not Questions: Bill Schmarzo on AI, Data, and the Future of Thinking In this episode of Cool, Cool, Cool, we sit down with Bill Schmarzo, the legendary “Dean of Big Data,” to unravel what makes AI and data truly valuable in the real world. Bill shares stories from his early days hustling Strat-O-Matic baseball stats at 12, to shaping digital marketing strategy at Yahoo, and teaching the next generation of data leaders.His big takeaway? It’s not about asking better questions — it’s about making better decisions. From the power of tribal knowledge on the front...2025-05-1444 min
MindSpeaking podcast - by Gilbert EijkelenboomEp. 28 - Bill Schmarzo: Data Leader & 4x Author: Why Stakeholders Ignore Your WorkBill Schmarzo is widely known as The Dean of Big Data. With over 30 years of experience in advanced analytics, BI, and data science, Bill brings a rare combination of technical depth and business insight. He’s a Professor and the author of four books, including The Economics of Data, Analytics, and Digital Transformation and AI & Data Literacy.In this episode, you’ll learn valuable insights on the human side of data, including:1. The difference between being data-driven vs. value-driven2. How to create a truly data-driven culture3. The impact of generative AI on d...2025-04-1447 min
Value Driven Data Science: Boost your impact. Earn what you’re worth. Rewrite your career algorithm.Episode 53: A Wake-Up Call from 3 Tech Leaders on Why You’re Failing as a Data ScientistAre your data science projects failing to deliver real business value?What if the problem isn’t the technology or the organization, but your approach as a data scientist?With only 11% of data science models making it to deployment and close to 85% of big data projects failing, something clearly isn’t working.In this episode, three globally recognised analytics leaders, Bill Schmarzo, Mark Stouse and John Thompson, join Dr Genevieve Hayes to deliver a tough love wake-up call on why data scientists struggle to create business impact, and more importantly, how to fix it.2025-02-2658 min
The Daily Plan-it with Jimmy OlsenEpisode 74 - AI, Data, and Destiny: Bill Schmarzo - The Daily Plan-it 02072025The Daily Plan-it Jimmy Olsen interview with Bill Schmarzo, an expert in artificial intelligence (AI). Schmarzo discusses the importance of AI for businesses, from small companies to large corporations, emphasizing its potential for innovation beyond mere productivity gains. He highlights the need for individuals to embrace AI and proactively learn how to use it to add value in their roles rather than fearing job displacement. The interview explores how AI can help with decision-making, streamline processes, and unlock the tribal knowledge within organizations. Schmarzo also touches on the ethical considerations of AI and the need to ensure it's used responsibly...2025-02-0859 min
The Data ChiefFive Best Practices to Succeed with Data and GenAI: Lessons from LeadersKey Moments: Focusing on Value with Bill Schmarzo 1:48Unlocking the Collective Genius with Walid Mehanna 4:07Building a Data-Literate Workforce with Valerie Logan 5:58Creating a Human-Centric AI Strategy with Sadie St. Lawrence 7:40Selecting the Right Tools with Katie Russell 11:23Implementing tools responsibly with Robert Garnett 16:00Why Clean Data Matters with Barr Moses 19:36Ensuring Responsible AI for the Long-Term with Dr. Gary Marcus 25:45 Key Quotes:“Data-driven is not important. Value-driven—that’s what’s important. We should focus on value.” — Bill Schmarzo, Head of Customer Data Innovation at Dell Technologies“Our role was rather to activate the organizational muscle… to try t...2024-11-1331 min
Digital DominoesWill AI Lead Us to Prioritize Thinking Over Knowing?In this episode of Digital Dominoes, host Angeline Corvaglia talks with Bill Schmarzo, a.k.a. the Dean of Big Data, about the responsible use of AI and big data. They focus on the impact AI will have on the way we educate younger generations, on how to think critically instead of just working to know and remember standardized facts and concepts. The conversation highlights practical methods for training AI to think critically, underscores the importance of teaching students how to think rather than what to think, and discusses the risks and benefits of AI, including the potential for...2024-11-0720 min
The Digital Leader ShowData Economics in the Age of AIOn this episode of The Digital Leader Show, we are joined by the Former Dell EMC CTO Bill Schmarzo and Former White House Digital Transformation Office advisor Chris Surdak, to discuss Data Economics in the Age of AI, including:
1. Data as a Strategic Asset
2. Cost of Data Quality and Governance
3. Monetizing Data through AI Models
4...PLUS, headlines for digital leaders from the world of enterprise technology.
About the Show: During each episode we explore some of the key issues defining our...2024-11-0746 min
The Ravit ShowGenAI Tools for Organizational GrowthI'm thrilled to announce that I'll be interviewing my friend and industry expert, Bill Schmarzo, on a topic that's reshaping the business landscape: "Unleashing Innovation: Leveraging GenAI Tools for Organizational Growth."
In this conversation, we'll dive into how organizations can go beyond traditional productivity improvements and harness the power of GenAI tools like ChatGPT to foster creativity, innovation, and strategic growth.
Don't miss out on Bill's insights and real-world examples of how forward-thinking companies are breaking new ground with GenAI. Stay tuned for an enlightening discussion that could transform your approach to business innovation!
#data #ai #dell #theravitshow2024-08-3038 min
Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and FriendsNavigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and Friends: Highlights, Insights and a Chance to Win a Fantastic Giveaway from Season 1In this special bonus episode of 'Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and Friends,' host Sue Atkins, along with Angeline Corvaglia and Tara Jones, revisit key moments from season one. The episode covers essential topics such as screen time management with Dr Beth Mosley, the importance of play with Dr Amanda Gummer, digital wellbeing with Lucy Smith, and the impact of AI on young people with Bill Schmarzo. They also discuss practical tips for maintaining balance in tech use and announce a giveaway of Dr Beth Mosley's book, 'Happy Families: How to Protect a...2024-08-211h 09
Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and FriendsNavigating the AI Digital Jungle In this episode of 'Navigating the Digital Jungle with Sue Atkins and Friends,' host Sue Atkins is joined by Angeline Corvaglia, creator of Data Girl, and EdTech consultant Tara Jones. They dive into the crucial topic of understanding AI and its impact on families and society. Special guest Bill Schmarzo, the Dean of Big Data, provides insights into AI's role in education, safety, and everyday life. The discussion covers the basics of AI, its applications, the importance of critical thinking, and how parents can educate themselves and their children about AI. ...2024-07-3153 min
Tech Beyond the HypeIs AI improving business' decision-making?"Your AI journey does not start with AI. It starts by understanding how does our organization create value for our constituents and our stakeholders?" In this episode, Bill Schmarzo (Customer AI and Data Innovation Strategist at Dell Technologies) takes us deep into the dynamic world of AI, sharing his insights on the transformative potential that successful AI adoption can for organizations and societies.
With a wealth of experience and unique insights to offer, Bill challenges conventional approaches to decision-making and offers practical strategies to maximize the impact of AI. Join us as we unravel the secret...2024-07-0125 min
What’s the BUZZ? — AI in BusinessPrepare Your Business Teams For Generative AI (Guest: Bill Schmarzo)In this episode, Bill Schmarzo (Professor & Author, Dean of Big Data) and Andreas Welsch discuss preparing your business team for Generative AI. Bill shares his learnings from teaching business teams about data literacy and provides valuable insight) for listeners looking to help their stakeholders develop a better understanding of Data, Artificial Intelligence, and how to best use them in a business context.Key topics:- Discuss the importance of AI and data literacy- Explore ways leaders can empower their teams in AI and data- Identify key partners for...2024-02-1927 min
DM RadioAll Together Now - Unified AnalyticsDelve into the hot topic of unified analytics, aiming to provide organizations with a comprehensive view of their operations despite the myriad of data sources, tools, and technologies available. Join an All-Star cast including Bill Schmarzo, Mark Palmer, Ron Itelman, and Juan Cruz Viotti, to reflect on the capabilities of generative AI, highlight the potential pitfalls of blindly adopting AI-generated content and the importance of understanding its capabilities for effective utilization in an enterprise setting. Tune in as the experts explore strategies for harnessing the power of AI while ensuring its safe and impactful integration i...2024-02-1052 min
The MBI EDGEThe Analyzing Your Data To Increase ValueBill Schmarzo returns for his 2nd podcast on The MBI Edge. Bill is known in the data world as the “Dean of Big Data” and wears many hats including professor, business coach and strategic thinker. Bill’s going to be headlining the Technology and Innovation Breakfast and also run a breakout session at the Annual Winter Conference. Catch a sneak peek here!2023-12-0620 min
The Data Strategy ShowSeason 3 Ep 1: Bill SchmarzoBill Schmarzo is The Dean of Big Data, author of four books, and currently Customer Advocate, Data Management Incubation at Dell Technologies.
2023-10-2145 min
Lights On Data ShowA.I. & Data Literacy: Becoming More Knowledgeable
In this episode, I am interviewing Bill Schmarzo, the brilliant author behind 'AI & Data Literacy: Empowering Citizens of Data Science.' Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of data, AI, and the power of becoming a 'Citizen of Data Science.' Bill unlocks the secrets to navigating data privacy, ethics, and the inner workings of AI, all while empowering individuals and organizations to make informed, impactful decisions. Whether you're a data enthusiast, a tech leader, or simply curious about the future of AI, this conversation is your gateway to understanding, leveraging, and thriving in th...2023-09-1629 minThe Data ChiefThree Must-Read Data and Analytics Books with Dr. Barb Wixom, Vin Vashishta, and Asha SaxenaIt’s that time of year again. On this episode of The Data Chief, Cindi dives into three of the hottest book recommendations for data and analytics leaders and sits down with Dr. Barb Wixom, author of Data is Everybody’s Business, Vin Vashishta, author of From Data to Profit, and Asha Saxena, author of The AI Factor.Key Moments:Introducing Dr. Barb Wixom (2:10)Barb’s desire to continue helping people in the data industry (2:57) (Barb)The different types of organizational leaders (8:21) (Barb)Creating value from data (10:50) (Barb)The selling framework (16:42) (Barb)A financial services case study...2023-09-131h 06
CDO Matters PodcastCDO Matters Ep. 30 | AI and Data LiteracyEpisode OverviewIn this 30th episode of the CDO Matter Podcast, Malcolm has an inspired exchange with the ‘Dean of Big Data,’ Bill Schmarzo. Bill is an accomplished author, teacher, and C-level executive with a depth of knowledge in building and running large-scale data operations in service of some of the biggest companies in the world.In the discussion of his most recent book, “AI & Data Literacy,” Bill shares his insights into the six key responsibilities that all consumers of AI must fulfill to optimize their relationship with this transformative technology. In becoming more AI literate...2023-08-1048 min
The MBI EDGEThe Dean of Big DataBill Schmarzo has many titles. Dean of Big Data. CDO Whisperer. Global Innovator. Professor. Currently, he’s the Customer Advocate of Data Management Incubation for Dell Technologies. In this episode, we explore the AI transformation and how it impacts data collection to fuel business growth in the future.2023-06-2632 min
Turn the Lens with Jeff FrickBill Schmarzo v2: Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Economics | Turn the Lens #22The Dean of Big Data needs no introduction. When intelligent life forms in distant galaxies pick up the electric signals from this planet, no doubt one signal of a particular density will spark their attention, the Dean discussing decision-making, design thinking, and the economics of ethics, across media platforms, channels, and communication forums. His podcast appearances, lectures, keynotes, workshops, presentations, and books are too plenty to mention. Google 'Dean of Big Data.' Thrilled to have him back on Turn the Lens. My conversation with Bill Schmarzo. Episode Page with Transcripts...2023-04-1743 minThe Data ChiefBill Schmarzo on Why Companies Need to Pivot from Data-Driven to Value-DrivenWhat is the true value of data? Whether you’ve been collecting data for years or are just getting started, the reality is that data holds zero value on its own. In fact, it’s a huge cost. In this episode of The Data Chief, industry veteran Bill Schmarzo, currently in Customer Data Innovation at Dell Technologies, shares why modern data leaders must let go of the notion of being data-driven and focus on business outcomes. He also discusses how having more data isn’t always the right move, especially when considering larger business goals.Tune in to...2023-04-0548 min
The Data ChiefBill Schmarzo on Why Companies Need to Pivot from Data-Driven to Value-DrivenWhat is the true value of data? Whether you’ve been collecting data for years or are just getting started, the reality is that data holds zero value on its own. In fact, it’s a huge cost. In this episode of The Data Chief, industry veteran Bill Schmarzo, currently in Customer Data Innovation at Dell Technologies, shares why modern data leaders must let go of the notion of being data-driven and focus on business outcomes. He also discusses how having more data isn’t always the right move, especially when considering larger business goals.
Tune in to learn:
Demonstrating data’s...2023-04-0500 min
XTechA guide to big data with Bill Schmarzo"What excites me about big data is that we can develop programmes, policies, prestiges and products that deliver individualised benefits"Bill Schmarzo is Customer Advocate at Dell Technologies, an author, educator and practitioner with over 50 years of experience in tech. As the 'Dean of big data', there's no-one more qualified to talk us through how data got cool.Bill joins Debbie Forster MBE on the latest episode of the XTech podcast to guide us through big data and explore the concept of codifying ethics to prevent the robotic uprising.2023-02-2031 min
Leaders of AnalyticsThe Economics of Data & Analytics with Bill SchmarzoDo you really need a data-driven culture? Maybe not.
According to Bill Schmarzo, the CEO’s mandate is to become value-driven, not data-driven. For analytics teams that means one thing: no one cares about your data, they want results!
In this episode of Leaders of Analytics, Bill and I explore the economics of data & analytics and how to drive powerful decisions with data. Decisions that turn into business value.
Bill is the author of four text books and one comic book on generating value with analytics. He is a long-serving business executive, adjunct pr...2022-10-2456 min
The AI with Maribel Lopez (AI with ML)19. Sharon Mandell, CIO of Juniper, on How Companies Are Using AI in Networking.In this podcast, Sharon Mandell describes how AI helps her team at Juniper and Juniper Networks' IT customers to deliver better experiences. Links to information discussed in the podcast. 2022 Juniper Networks AI Report: https://juni.pr/3CyRdyuAssessing AI Security Risk: https://www.microsoft.com/security/blog/2021/12/09/best-practices-for-ai-security-risk-management/Cassie Kozyrkov’s AI Lectures: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLRKtJ4IpxJpB_2ei8-5eWU31EZ6uSj9_sBill Schmarzo’s Big Data MBA Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLaQqEd_Tx4Ep1bOIFEzDJNXI9r64rjhXLEthical Machines by Reid B...2022-10-1824 min
DataSpeak SeriesData Monetization Strategy | with Bill SchmarzoDo you have a data monetization strategy in place?What are Data Monetization Challenges?Does your data lead to a quantifiable economic benefit?In fact, wouldn't you love to know, explore, and discover more about data monetization and how you can actually monetize data?This highly informative and thought-provoking webinar with Bill Schmarzo will help answer all like what is data monetization and how to create a data monetization strategy for maximum effect.This webinar is ideal for data-informed and data-driven businesses of all types and sizes. You wouldn't...2022-09-2848 min
Discovering DataBill Schmarzo: Speak the language of the businessIf data and analytics are going to be taken seriously by business executives, we need to talk about value in their language. Today I speak with the Dean of Big Data Bill Schmarzo about the skills, mindsets and mental models we need as data practitioners to find a revenue connection in everything we do. Follow Bill Schmarzo on LinkedIn.Full episode page: https://www.discoveringdata.com/podcast/039-bill-schmarzo-speak-the-language-of-the-business📣 New sponsorship program!!!I created this podcast to help practitioners have a real impact on the business. It's a place to learn, to innovate and to c...2022-08-1132 min
The Data Strategy ShowEp9: 66 Questions Data Leaders Unplugged: Bill SchmarzoAs you can probably tell from the interview, I've known Bill for a while now and we just click. He grew up playing the trumpet, so did I, we were both in Jazz Bands and to boot he was into his sport Basketball and I was into Tennis as my sport! With a lot in common, it was really great to get to know more about Bill, his character and what lies beneath the skin. We had a great conversation and I'm sure you will hear it and feel it as we meander through the questions. It's clear to me t...2022-03-2033 min
Klustomer PodcastMonetización de datosEn Klustomer el podcast esta semana tuvimos una emocionante conversación con un viejo conocido en el mundo de los datos, hablamos de Carlos Urgelles Fox, Emprendedor de negocios y en el desarrollo de soluciones analíticas.
¿Qué es la monetización de datos? ¿En que ayuda en las empresas? ¿Cuál es la ruta para iniciar este proceso? Estas y otras anécdotas encontraras en este dinámico episodio.
Aquí una pequeña reseña de Carlos: Más de 25 años de experiencia en consultoría y desarrollo de Soluciones Analíticas. Ha sido consultor, líde...2022-03-1936 min
University of GalwayWill AI Help or Hinder Human Empowerment?Murray Scott is joined by Bill Schmarzo, Data Management Innovation Customer Advocate, Dell Technologies & Honorary Professor in the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics at NUI Galway – in a discussion on the ethical issues surrounding AI and the importance of human creativity.2021-12-1737 min
Driven by Data: The PodcastS2 | Ep 10 | Schmarzo Unplugged: Actually Monetizing Data with Bill Schmarzo, Customer Advocate and Data Management Incubation at Dell TechnologiesIn Episode 10 of Season 2 on Driven by Data: The Podcast, Kyle Winterbottom is re-joined by Bill Schmarzo, Customer Advocate and Data Management Incubation at Dell Technologies, where they discuss how things have gone since his first appearance on the podcast, which includes: What his new role at Dell Technologies entails Why he's getting the chance to put his money where his mouth isWhy the transition away from the CIO was required and has happened How his prediction that there will be a CDMO (Chief Data Monetization Officer) is unfoldingHow the Data Leader is now the person responsible for...2021-12-1447 min
The Datapreneur PodcastHow to Future-proof your career with Data Science, Design Thinking and Economics with Bill SchmarzoTo be successful in any field, you need to know how to provide value! Every organization has problems that need to be solved. You need to be able to solve those problems with whatever tools you find interesting. With Design Thinking you can speak the language of the customer, with Data Science you can speak the language of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, and with Economics you can speak the language of Value Creation for a business. Mastering these fields will prepare you for about anything, no matter what is thrown at you!In Design thinking, you need to be...2021-12-0117 minThe Datapreneur PodcastThinking like a Data Scientist and Creating Value with Bill Schmarzo - The Dean of Big DataWhat is the definition of Value creation for a business? Data in itself is a liability, and Data Scientists can’t inherently provide value without understanding the problem. Communication between the business owners, stakeholders and data scientists is extremely important to engineer value and come up with effective solutions. Trying to solve a data problem in isolation of the business will never be valuable.Data is HARD! The field of Data Management requires significant improvement in the quality of Data used and spend less time fine tuning the algorithms. Improving Data and making more it more transparent wi...2021-11-2324 min
Figure It Out With Fatema El-WakeelS1 E4: How To Successfully Use Artificial Intelligence In Business?This LinkedIn live coffee chat was with the Dean of Big Data Bill Schmarzo, we applied the great sentence in his book "If you want to change the game change the frame" to AI
In this episode, Bill Schmarzo and I discussed AI, Leadership in Analytics, Orphaned Analytics and more. AI is an environment that is continuously learning and adapting, how we think about building Analytics in the AI world is different from the current world. Listen to this episode to know how can be prepared for that.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin...2021-09-0933 min
The Wicked PodcastBill Schmarzo - The Economics of Data, Analytics, and Digital TransformationWe talk to the Dean of Big Data, Bill Schmarzo on how Design Thinking and IT are a power couple for transformation and innovation.Author page: http://www.DeanofBigData.comGet the book: https://www.amazon.com/Economics-Data-Analytics-Digital-Transformation-ebook/dp/B08M3XPCHW/Sponsor: Zencastr : http://www.zencastr.comGet 40% off the first 3 months for unlimited audio and HD video recordingsCode: wickedpodcastThe Wicked Podcast:Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thewickedpodcastThe Wicked Podcast website: http://www.thewickedcompany.com/podcast/'The Wicked Company' book...2021-08-1040 min
The Iowa Idea Podcast88. Bill SchmarzoThe Iowa Idea: Bill Schmarzo
“Don’t create boxes, create swirls.”
In this episode of The Iowa Idea Podcast, I’m joined by Bill Schmarzo. Bill is an author, professor, innovator, and consultant. He is the author of four books including The Economics of Data, Analytics and Digital Transformation. Bill is the former Chief Innovation Officer at Hitachi Vantara where he was responsible for driving Hitachi Vantara’s Data Science and “co-creation” efforts. He was selected for Hitachi Limited’s 2020 Solution Innovation Award for his ground-breaking work in data science and Automated Machine Learning. Bill has held leaders...2021-05-1055 minThe Data Strategy ShowEpisode 25 The Big Debate: The Chief Data Monetisation OfficerEpisode 25 brings two rock stars in the data world to discuss the need for a new role in the C-Suite: The Chief Data Monetisation Officer.
Well, if there ever was a "rumble in the jungle" in the world of data, this would be it! This is better, bigger, geekier than Clay vs. Liston, the data punches were solid and unambiguous in this fiery clash between the two!
In the red corner it's Billlllllllll Schmarzo - The Dean of Big Data from Palo Alto! He's mean, he's keen, he's ready to monetise you! If you have...2021-03-3059 min
Enterprise Product LeadershipHow to Create Clarity and Alignment across your Organization with Stefano MastrogiacomoThroughout the life of the Enterprise Product Leadership podcast, I’ve had critical conversations on many product leadership topics such as driving a data strategy with Bill Schmarzo, how to test business ideas with David Bland, how to drive innovation with Geoffrey Moore, and much more. All of these topics are very important for product leaders but there’s one key ingredient that’s missing: the human element of alignment and collaboration. The role of a leader is to ensure everybody is aligned and can contribute to the vision of the product and the company. Without...2021-03-2351 min
Data Transformers PodcastData monetization starts with focus on Customer engagement & Customer JourneyThe key focus of data and analytics should be about data monetization. And Data monetization starts with the understanding of data usage and people who value data. Given that business drivers like inventory reduction and predictive maintenance improvement are key business metrics, data scientists and data engineers should start understanding the business drivers that attach value to data. Bill Schmarzo believes that customer engagement and operational improvement are teh key drivers for monetizing data. Bill also believes that employee learning and adaptation should also be key objectives of technology initiatives such as AI & ML. According to Bill, Data Monetization Officer...2021-03-2225 min![Humanised Intelligence [Eng]](https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ddd4ab701b5986c7d0da7454d1aa485b.jpg)
Humanised Intelligence [Eng]Bill Schmarzo : Dean of Big Data // ReMotive (Bedrock) @ LAPIPA_Studios🎙️ This Weekend on Data Stand-Up! Now in English We’re thrilled to welcome Bill Schmarzo, widely recognized as the "Dean of Big Data", to the Data Stand-Up! podcast. A true pioneer in Big Data, Data Science, and Data Monetization, Schmarzo has played a pivotal role in shaping the modern data landscape through executive leadership roles at Hitachi Vantara and EMC and by authoring four influential books on maximizing the value of data in business. Beyond his leadership, Bill Schmarzo is a passionate educator, dedicated to helping businesses strategically integrate data into their operations. His Value Engineering methodology, centered on customer collabo...2021-02-2752 minThe Data Strategy ShowEpisode 19 Bill Schmarzo: Using design thinking x data science to monetise dataIn my 19th Episode I speak to the incredible and enigmatic Bill Schmarzo innovator, educator, influencer and the Dean of Big Data. We talk about:
1) The origin of the "Dean of Big Data!
2) How organisations identify sources of value creation with data
3) Why the "pre-work" or "foundations" are the investments companies need to forge at the beginning of their data strategies
4) Why Design Thinking is important in the process of data transformation
5) Why there is a need to marry Design Thinking with Data Science
6) Why data initiatives d...2021-02-011h 07
Turn the Lens with Jeff FrickBill Schmarzo: Tesla to Trafalgar, MJ to The Captain | Turn the Lens #06Always a treat to take a random walk with the Dean of Big Data, Bill Schmarzo. In this conversation, we touch on quite a few bases, from how to print money with your data project, drive innovation through empowerment, leverage design thinking for better outcomes, and pass the ball when the situation dictates. Oh yeah, and we reviewed his latest book. Thanks, Bill, always a pleasure. Transcript & Show Notes LinkedIn Article YouTube Video2021-01-2356 min
TechTablesEp.27 The StoryBrand Framework: How Design Thinking Powers Data Science with Bill Schmarzo, ex-Chief Innovation Officer at Hitachi VantaraPodcast Topics
The StoryBrand Framework in the context of data science
Design thinking in data science
How to value data as a corporate asset (Current GAAP accounting standards do not permit data (intangible assets) to be capitalized on the balance sheet).
Chipotle use case - improving same-store sales using data and analytics
We’ll talk about the MMMM of Digital transformation
Everything Bill learned about management he learned coaching little league baseball.
2020-12-1444 min
The Issam Hijazi's PodcastThe Economics of Data & Analytics with Bill Schmarzo / EP5More than ever, data is a critical and important asset to us for making very informed policy and operational decisions. But data as an asset is very unusual, we cannot use traditional accounting techniques to financially account for its value or how it depreciates- because simply put, data value does not depreciate or depletes. Data is an economic asset that is revolutionizing the growth of the 21st century at unprecedented speed. It might be thought of as the “new oil”, but it’s really not- data is sustainable and reusable, just like the sun.
So how organisations should...2020-11-191h 09Enterprise Product LeadershipThe Economic Value of Data with Bill SchmarzoWelcome back to Enterprise Product Leadership! I’m your host, Daniel Elizalde. With a new season, comes new changes — one of which is the title of the podcast! From IoT Product Leadership to Enterprise Product Leadership, the podcast is broadening its scope beyond IoT to focus on the overall challenges facing enterprise and industrial product leaders to drive solutions from idea to first release. Joining me today as my first guest of this brand new season is Bill Schmarzo, Chief Innovation Officer at Hitachi Vantara. Bill is known as the ‘Dean of Big Data’ for the work he does...2020-11-1046 min
Data BrilliantWhy data science is a team sport with Bill SchmarzoIn this episode of Data Brilliant, our host, Joe DosSantos talks with The Dean of Big Data, Bill Schmarzo, to focus on the importance of looking at data through a granular lens. From understanding where and how to apply data science to power an organization to championing a data-first approach toward decision-making, Joe and Bill explore the importance of viewing data science as a team sport and the ethical responsibility we all have in how we use data today. They discuss how the key to obtaining business value from data is in the granularity of insights, championing di...2020-11-0523 min
TechTime PodcastEp.18 - Ch. 6 - Big Data + Bill Schmarzo, Dean of Big Data Preview (Swipe to Unlock)Friday, October 30th, 20202020-10-3011 min
@TmanSpeaks - The Wave of Change"The Wave of Change" Episode 025"The Wave of Change" Episode 025 "Chief 'Innovation' Officer" The Silo Stepper! Another great chat with Da Dean of Big Data, Bill Schmarzo @schmarzo ... We get right into it, and Bill gives an overview of what the Chief Innovation Officer role is all about, spoiler alert it's all about empowering humans in working on adopting emerging technology. No compromising, synergize! AI is not at 'The Mahogany Row', it needs to start at the front line. Don't be scared by the data! 2020-08-2900 min
The Alldus Podcast - AI MentorsE45 Bill Schmarzo, Chief Innovation Officer at Hitachi VantaraToday's guest is Bill Schmarzo, Chief Innovation Officer at Hitachi Vantara. Bill Schmarzo is regarded as one of the top Digital Transformation influencers on Big Data and Data Science. His career spans over 30 years in data warehousing, BI and advanced analytics. Currently, “The Dean of Big Data” guides Hitachi Vantara's technology strategy and drives “co-creation” efforts with select customers to leverage IoT and analytics to power digital transformation.
Bill formerly served as CTO of Big Data at Dell EMC and as the VP of Analytics at Yahoo! Bill is passionate about teaching his students and followers how to Think...2020-08-0529 min
State of the CIOEpisode 28 - Negotiating Big Data with Bill SchmarzoBill Schmarzo is regarded as one of the top Digital Transformation influencers on big data and data science. His career spans over 30 years in data warehousing, BI and advanced analytics before joining Hitachi Vantara, Bill served as CTO of Big Data at Dell EMC and VP of Analytics at Yahoo! He is the author of “The Art of Thinking Like a Data Scientist,” “Big Data: Understanding How Data Powers Big Business” and “Big Data MBA: Driving Business Strategies with Data Science.” Bill has a Bachelor's degree in math, computer science and business administration from Coe College and his MBA from...2020-06-0227 min
@TmanSpeaks - The Wave of Change"The Wave of Change" Episode 016Episode 016 "To The Internal Win!" Bill Schmarzo, Chief Innovation Officer at Hitachi Vantara. Bill had big news that he had shared online, thinking this would be a great podcast, Tman went into action! Bill said it's just internal news, no way said Tman! The internal win made will lead to much more outwards success. In the emerging landscape of change, internal change and winning allies is a huge win and may very well put your organization on a better path to be successful with embracing emerging technologies. Far too often new technology is thrown out there because it's the latest...2020-03-1200 min
@TmanSpeaks - The Wave of Change"The Wave of Change" Episode 004Episode 004 - "The Decade of Data Value..." Featuring the one and only 'The Dean of #BigData!' and CTO, IoT and Analytics at Hitachi Vantara, Bill Schmarzo! @schmarzo Bill is a global force in Data Science, AI, and Analytics. Bill shares insights that if followed will certainly drive value when adopting emerging technologies. Bill details the importance of the role of the CIO, and not the traditional CIO!, in rolling out AI, Data Science, Analytics, and Automation. Bill drives a great lesson on importance of defining value and economics as the main drivers for approaching new AI technologies. The podca...2020-01-0200 min
StrongbyScienceStrongByScience Podcast | Bill Schmarzo | Ep. 4Bill Schmarzo talks with Max Schmarzo about data utilization, digital twins, and the real value of an idea.2019-03-2556 min
Momenta I Digital Thread#40 From BI to Big Data to IoT Analytics and Beyond - A Conversation with Bill SchmarzoBill Schmarzo is CTO of IoT and Analytics at Hitachi Vantara and Executive Fellow at the San Francisco School of Management. Our discussion covered Bill’s origins in data warehousing and business intelligence, how and why he had to “unlearn” traditional approaches to embrace Big Data techniques. The conversation explores some of the differences in approach between business intelligence, big data and IoT analytics, along with how Hadoop fundamentally changed the economics of data. He shares some of the vision Hitachi Vantara and the application-first approach along with the benefits that come with having Hitachi’s other businesses as a customer...2018-12-1959 min
The Future of Data Podcast | conversation with leaders, influencers, and change makers in the World of Data & AnalyticsWant to fix #DataScience ? fix #governance by @StephenGatchellIn this podcast Stephen Gatchell (@stephengatchell) from @Dell talks about the ingredients of a successful data scientist. He sheds light on the importance of data governance and compliance in defining a robust data science strategy. He suggested tactical steps that executives could take in starting their journey to a robust governance framework. He talked about how to take away the scare from governance. He gave insights on some of the things leaders could do today to build robust data science teams and framework. This podcast is great for leaders seeking some tactical insights into building a robust data science framework.
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The Future of Data Podcast | conversation with leaders, influencers, and change makers in the World of Data & Analytics@Schmarzo @DellEMC on Ingredients of healthy #DataScience practiceIn this podcast, Bill Schmarzo talks about the ingredients of successful data science practice, team, and executives. Bill shared his insights on what some leaders in the industries are doing and some challenges seen in the successful deployment. Bill shared his key take on ingredients for some of the successful hires. This podcast is great for growth mindset executives willing to learn about creating a successful data science practice.
Timeline:
0:29 Bill's journey.
5:05:00 Bill's current role.
7:04 Data science adoption challenges for businesses.
9:33 The good side of data science adoption.
11:22 How is data science changing business.
14:34 Strategies behind distributed IT.
18:35 Analysing the...2018-03-071h 02
Big Data BeardA Lesson in Data Monetization from the Dean of Big DataThomas and Cory talk with special guest Bill Schmarzo, the “Dean of Big Data” about the organization challenges and opportunities in monetizing data assets. Bill is the author of Big Data: Understanding How Data Powers Big Business and Big Data MBA: Driving Business Strategies with Data Science, is responsible for setting strategy and defining the Big Data service offerings for Dell EMC’s Big Data Practice. As a CTO within Dell EMC’s 2,000+ person consulting organization, he works with organizations to identify where and how to start their big data journeys. He’s written white papers, is an avid blogger and...2017-12-0400 min
Big Data BeardA Lesson in Data Monetization from the Dean of Big DataThomas and Cory talk with special guest Bill Schmarzo, the “Dean of Big Data” about the organization challenges and opportunities in monetizing data assets. Bill is the author of Big Data: Understanding How Data Powers Big Business and Big Data MBA: Driving Business Strategies with Data Science, is responsible for setting strategy and defining the Big Data service offerings for Dell EMC’s Big Data Practice. As a CTO within Dell EMC’s 2,000+ person consulting organization, he works with organizations to identify where and how to start their big data journeys. He’s written white papers, is an avid blogger and is a fr...2017-12-0456 min
Future Ready Leadership With Jacob MorganEp 156: Big Data: It’s Not About Technology, It’s About EconomicsBill Schmarzo, author of “Big Data: Understanding How Data Powers Big Business” and “Big Data MBA: Driving Business Strategies with Data Science”, is responsible for setting strategy and defining the Big Data service offerings for Dell EMC’s Big Data Practice. As a CTO within Dell EMC’s 2,000+ person consulting organization, he works with organizations to identify where and how to start their big data journeys. He is a University of San Francisco School of Management (SOM) Executive Fellow where he teaches the “Big Data MBA” course. Big Data is a term. The adjective ‘big’ has no meaning. Most compan...2017-10-231h 06The Future Of Work With Jacob MorganEp 156: Big Data: It’s Not About Technology, It’s About EconomicsBill Schmarzo, author of “Big Data: Understanding How Data Powers Big Business” and “Big Data MBA: Driving Business Strategies with Data Science”, is responsible for setting strategy and defining the Big Data service offerings for Dell EMC’s Big Data Practice. As a CTO within Dell EMC’s 2,000+ person consulting organization, he works with organizations to identify where and how to start their big data journeys. He is a University of San Francisco School of Management (SOM) Executive Fellow where he teaches the “Big Data MBA” course. Big Data is a term. The adjective ‘big’ has no meaning. Most compan...2017-10-231h 06
Hello Tech Pros - Motivation, Soft Skills & Business AdviceBusiness Cultures That Will Make or Break Your Big Data Initiatives — Bill Schmarzo on PeopleBill Schmarzo is the CTO of EMC's Big Data Consulting Practice and a frequent industry speaker, a blogger, a professor at the University of San Francisco School of Management as well as an author. Schmarzo wrote "Big Data MBA: Driving Business Strategies with Data Science" and "Big Data: Understanding How Data Powers Big Business". Show notes at http://hellotechpros.com/bill-schmarzo-people/ Key Takeaways The companies who are successful with Big Data addressed the cultural or people issues. How do we get people engaged in the process so that we're delivering the analytics in a...2016-09-2336 min
InformationWeek's Expert VoiceInformationWeek's Expert Voice: Episode 2InformationWeek Senior Editor Jessica Davis talks with Bill Schmarzo, CTO of Big Data Services at EMC, about the impact of big data and big analytics on your IT infrastructure.2016-08-2500 min
The Hot AisleThe Hot Aisle – A Data Scientist’s Take on Big Data and Analytics with Bill Schmarzo – Episode 19The Hot Aisle is hosted by Brent Piatti (@brentpiatti) and Brian Carpenter (@intheDC). Joining us this Episode is Bill Schmarzo (@schmarzo) the anointed #DeanofBigData, author of Big Data Understanding How Data Powers Big Business, Current EMC Big Data CTO, former VP of Analytics for Yahoo & Business Objects. Of course, he also somehow finds time to teach the […]2015-10-2800 min