Modern data governance for analytics

Sarah Levy, co-founder & CEO of Euno, joined The Joe Reis Show podcast for an interview that left no stone uncovered when it comes to data model governance. Sarah and Joe delve into the persistent problems of managing data products and fostering effective collaboration within data teams. 

Reflecting on her 20-year career in the data industry, Sarah shares how inconsistencies and inefficiencies in analytics workflows often stem from the tension between governance and freedom. Whether dealing with legacy logic in BI tools, AI-driven analytics , or business teams, data professionals frequently struggle to maintain metadata consistency while meeting the fast-evolving needs of businesses.

She highlights the importance of identifying and resolving redundant metrics or unused data models, prioritizing certified data products, and enabling analysts to move beyond being service providers. Sarah also emphasizes the value of adopting scalable workflows and treating data as a product, complete with requirements, domains, and governance.

If you’re grappling with scaling data operations or transforming your team’s approach to data products, this conversation is packed with actionable advice. Tune in to the full episode to explore Sarah’s strategies for balancing innovation and control while driving real business impact as data teams.

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