In this podcast episode, host Ole Olesen-Bagneux sits down with Ronald G. Ross, aka « the father of business rules » with over 45 years of experience, to delve into the intricate relationship between business rules, data democracy, and the progression of technology. Tracing Ronald’s rich career trajectory, the discussion emphasizes the importance of business rules as criteria guiding behavior and shaping organizational knowledge. The duo draws parallels between societal laws and business rules, highlighting their shared objective of fostering transparency and understanding. Ron's experience across various industries unveils the universality of business challenges, despite the apparent uniqueness inherent to each sector. The conversation concludes with a critique of the technology sector, stressing the urgency for it to step up, meet real organizational needs, and break free from the confines of a "priesthood of programmers". Ronald’s vision calls for leveraging today's powerful machines to revolutionize our use of natural language, enabling a more inclusive and knowledgeable future. 🎧  Dive into this episode for a comprehensive understanding of business rules' transformative potential and the pressing need for technology to truly serve its users in our evolving knowledge age. Bonus ⭐ ▶️  Watch the episode (video) on Youtube 📖  Download Ole's ebook series "The Data Democracy" 

In this podcast episode, host Ole Olesen-Bagneux interviews Dr. Irina Steenbeek, a seasoned data management expert, to unravel the complex fabric of data democracy and its intertwined relationship with data lineage. Stepping into the realms of data democratization, the conversation emphasizes the need for prioritizing organizational objectives over mere tool selection. Irina shares her insights on the challenges of achieving comprehensive data lineage in multi-cloud environments, drawing attention to the blend of automation and manual efforts required. The duo also sheds light on the rising complexities of data mesh, underscoring the need for clarity in its definition and execution. Further enriching the discussion, Irina’s anecdotes from her professional journey illustrate the motivation behind persevering in data management projects, while also highlighting the challenges and unpredictability inherent to the field. 🎧 Join us to explore the complex balance between technology, strategy, and human dynamics in the evolving world of data management, offering a holistic view of the current landscape and future trajectories. Bonus ⭐ ▶️  Watch the episode (video) on Youtube 📖  Download Ole's ebook series "The Data Democracy" 

In this podcast episode, host Ole Olesen-Bagneux interviews Malcolm Chisholm, an acclaimed international data governance expert, about the concept of data democracy and its implications for modern organizations. The conversation delves into the historical backdrop of IT-business divide, touching on the recurring rebellions against conventional IT approaches that have emerged over the years. Malcolm emphasizes that data democratization should empower individual teams to independently manage and utilize data, reflecting a shift towards decentralization. He highlights the critical role of no code and low code solutions, along with cloud technology, in enabling end user computing and the expansion of data-driven capabilities. The interview also explores the challenge of finding the right balance between decentralized data activities and centralized governance to ensure responsible data practices within a data democracy framework. 🎧 Tune in to gain insights into the complex landscape of data democratization, guiding organizations towards a harmonious coexistence of empowerment and accountability. Bonus ⭐ ▶️  Watch the episode (video) on Youtube 📖  Download Ole's ebook series "The Data Democracy" 

Join us in this insightful episode of "The Data Democracy" podcast as host Ole Olesen-Bagneux engages in a candid conversation with Jenny Andrew, Head Of Data at The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and DAMA UK committee member. The episode delves into the complexities of transforming legacy technology ecosystems while fostering data democracy within an organization. Jenny emphazises the nuances of eligibility and ineligibility, the challenges of respecting legacy systems while modernizing data practices, and the importance of setting clear boundaries in a democratic data environment. This interview sheds light on the intricacies of navigating data democracy and aligning it with organizational and societal values. 🎧  Tune in to gain insights into the evolving landscape of data governance and democratization, and explore the multi-faceted dimensions of building a data democracy that empowers both employees and members alike. Bonus ⭐ ▶️  Watch the episode (video) on Youtube  📖  Download Ole's ebook series "The Data Democracy" 

🎙️ In this second trailer for the Data Democracy Podcast, host Ole Olesen-Bagneux explains the format of his show and why it is different from most data podcasts out there. While modern cloud-based technologies are performing data democratization, there is surprisingly no conversation about the target state of this process: Data Democracy. This is why this podcast focuses on this specific topic, providing the answers you need in order to excel with the latest technologies and empower every employee in your company to do as much as they want/can with the data available. Of course, Ole has some answers on the key elements needed to enable a true democracy. But he will invite authors, practitioners, thinkers, influencers, professors, leaders, C-Suite, etc. to his podcast to find out what a data democracy is all about.