Zjaen Coetzee and Karl Dinkelmann CA(SA) are seasoned experts in data analytics and business strategy, having worked with large international brands since 2010. Their experience of leading successful value-driving data initiatives, their unique blend of financial acumen and their data expertise combine to offer invaluable insights for maximising value from data.
Description
Foreword - Introduction - Part One: The Foundations For Generating And Sustaining Data Analytics-Led Growth - 1 Paving The Way To Data Analytics-Driven Value - 2 Navigate Your Data Analytics Journey RAPPID-ly - Part Two: The RAPPID Value Cycle - 3 Recognising Value - The IFMAPI Framework - 4 Investing In Insights - The 5Rs Framework - 5 People And Data Value Culture - The STACKER+DVC Framework - 6 Approach To Delivering Insights - The SCRAPPID, DRIVER And DATABASE Frameworks - 7 Platform Optimised For Value - The AC3ROS Framework - 8 Data Trust - The BREATH Framework - Part Three: When Priorities Collide: Call On The Missing Link - 9 Assuring Value From Strategic Data Analytics-Led Initiatives - The Data Value Assurance Framework - Conclusion - Notes - Acknowledgements - The Authors
'Deriving value from data is imperative to data professionals and organisations. Unfortunately, organisations may still struggle to find the value they should through their data investments. In their book, Drive RAPPID Results From Data, Zjaen and Karl provide a framework to empower organisations to gather data and find value. Don't just guess at the value you bring, implement a way to drive it. This book will help you find the insights you need to help your organisation find more value from its data.' - Jordan Morrow, The Godfather of Data Literacy 'There are many books focused on the amazing potential of data and analytics. However, they often leave the reader excited but without a usable path on how to get there. Apart from being a fun and easy read, this book introduces an easy-to-follow framework to design a sustainable data and analytics roadmap to deliver continuous value. Going further, Karl and Zjaen provide practitioners with online collaborative tools and ability to share challenges and experience with a community of interest to progress faster. If you want to take data and analytics beyond the hype, this book will help you get there.' - Dr Alex Rummel (PhD in AI), CEO, Slipstream Data 'This essential book guides leaders on becoming data-value-driven. During my research with 100+ Data, Analytics and AI Leaders in 2023 and 2024, I found their main challenges to be cultural, not technological. Business buy-in and adoption are crucial. Data, analytics and AI leaders are doing their best to speak the language of business. But business leaders must better understand how to generate value from data. Packed with practical advice, recipes, and frameworks, this book helps business, IT, and data, analytics and AI leaders converge at the intersection of data's economic value. I am excited to use and share it.' - Debbie Botha, member of the D^3 Institute Industry Council at Harvard Business School, Managing Director of Dalebrook Media Middle East 'This book is interesting, enjoyable but most importantly useful. Lots of practical advice and frameworks to make it easy for you to follow. Read it once to get the overview then ingest the chapters that will help you most now!' - Caroline Carruthers, author of The Chief Data Officer's Playbook, Chief Executive of Carruthers and Jackson 'By prioritising a value-driven approach over a purely data-centric one, this book skilfully translates complex technical concepts into relatable narratives, making the journey from data to business value accessible to a wide audience. Instead of overwhelming the reader with technical details, Zjaen and Karl combine conventional approaches with modern data-driven strategies using practical, ready-to-implement frameworks. I can see immediate applications for this valuable content in my data-related postgraduate courses, exploring advanced analytics and its business implications. This book is an essential guide for leaders, professionals, and educators looking to confidently navigate - and teach - the evolving landscape of data analytics.' - Prof. Hanlie Smuts, Chair of School of Information Technology, University of Pretoria 'Any industry or company that wants to remain relevant and still be in business in the near future will need to get to grips with the world of data and everything it has to offer. To future-proof your business for this new world where data and AI will have a life-changing impact, I would highly recommend reading this book.' - Andrew Murgatroyd, CEO, Aztomix (TopShopper), non-executive director of JSE-listed technology group 'In a rapidly evolving world, teeming with new information and growing consumer demands, the need for swift decision-making and value delivery is paramount. This book readily outlines the crucial framework for advancing your organisation's data maturity and aligning your capabilities to support this growth. The authors' insights into data value leadership underscore its priority in today's business landscape.' - Phenyo Molefe, IT and Digital BSS/OSS Transformation, MTN 'This book is a must-read for any business leader looking to unlock the full potential of their data analytics journey. The book provides a comprehensive guide to navigating the complexities of data analytics, with practical frameworks and real-life examples that enable readers to confidently invest in high-value data analytics initiatives. The insights and guidance provided in this book are invaluable for any company looking to drive growth and gain a competitive edge through data analytics.' - Dominic Albrecht, Head of Analytics, Digital Planet 'I was hooked from page one! This book is packed with practical value, and its short, dense chapters make it a quick and impactful read. The authors' experience shines through as they anticipate and address readers' questions. I appreciated how the book speaks to different personas, from CDO to CEO to CFO, highlighting the shared importance of data. A truly pragmatic guide, I walked away with actionable ideas to test and implement. A must-read!' - Emmanuel Kalunga, Data Science - AI and Insight Lead, BCX 'This book is a standout guide that transforms the daunting task of leveraging data analytics into a clear and actionable journey. The authors' deep expertise is evident through the practical frameworks and methodologies they introduce. These tools are not only insightful but are also designed for immediate implementation, offering readers a structured path to data-driven success. What sets this book apart is its holistic approach. The emphasis on being value-driven rather than merely data-driven is a crucial perspective that ensures alignment with business goals and long-term success.' - Shradha Samantray, Senior Director of Data and Analytics, Informa 'Your insights into bridging the gap between traditional methodologies and modern data-driven approaches were nothing short of transformative for me. You have not just simplified the overwhelming complexities of scaling AI and data automation; you have taken us back to the foundational principles that ensure sustainable success. In a time where technology evolves faster than we can sometimes comprehend, your ability to ground these advancements in clear, actionable frameworks is visionary.' - Veronica Brits, Founder and CEO, FeedFlex Creatives 'The writing style is masterful, using relatable stories to set the tone for complex technical concepts. This approach makes the reading experience both enjoyable and accessible, allowing readers to easily connect the dots between the narrative and the technical content. This book is invaluable for all leaders - offering confidence to those delivering data analytics value, and empowering those who need to define and contract their data analytics requirements to drive business improvement.' - Khumbudzo Mashamba, Manager: Data and BPM, Old Mutual South Africa