FInEx AmeriEuro - Panel 3 - The Innovation Imperative: Transforming Data into Value
Check out this panel discussion from the FInEx AmeriEuro Summit: “The Innovation Imperative: Transforming Data into Value.”
This session explores how financial leaders can harness data to drive performance and create a strategic edge.
Featuring expert panelists:
- Gary Cokins, CEO of Analytics-Based Performance Management
- Gianluca Bisceglie, Co-founder of Visyond
- Prashanth Southekal, Managing Director at DBP Institute
- Tobias Zwingmann, Managing Partner at Rapid.AI
Our moderator:
Jess Dewell, Strategic Growth Manager at Red Direction
In this session, we embark on an exciting journey to uncover the pathways toward converting raw data into actionable strategic value. Our panelists share indispensable lessons on leveraging analytics to illuminate the hidden potential within your data, all while fostering a culture of curiosity and action.
Why does this matter for CFOs?
It’s simple: In today’s data-driven world, understanding and utilizing data is pivotal for strategic decision-making. It’s not just about numbers; it’s about creating narratives and foresight that propel organizations forward. The mastery of these skills is what distinguishes successful financial leaders.
Watch now and learn the craft of turning data into strategic gold! ✨
Use the Chapter Slide in the lower corner of the video to skip to each chapter.
Chapter 1: Introduction to the Panel Discussion 00:00
Chapter 2: Panelist Introductions and Perspectives 01:44
Chapter 3: Gary Cokins on Corporate Performance Management 05:51
Chapter 4: Gianluca Bisceglie on Data Simplification 09:03
Chapter 5: Prashanth Southekal on Data Strategy 11:36
Chapter 6: Tobias Zwingmann on AI and Data-Driven Decision Making 14:51
Chapter 7: Building Consensus in Organizations for AI Investment 17:41
Chapter 8: Barriers to Data Strategy Adoption 24:23
Chapter 9: Strategies for Small Business Growth Using AI 39:09
Chapter 10: Conclusion and Key Takeaways 51:16
Here are some quotes from our panelists that help summarize the key concepts they presented:
“Executives’ frustration with strategy failure is one of the reasons there’s interest in corporate performance management methods.” - Gary Cokins
“My mission is to avoid the phenomenon of data obesity and transform CFOs from data copy-pasters to value architects.” - Gianluca Bisceglie
“Just capturing and storing data doesn’t make you data-driven or a data-centric organization.” - Prashanth Southekal
“Many people believe if they just add AI, all their data problems will go away, but that’s not the case.” - Tobias Zwingmann
“Consensus requires leadership, and leaders today need to ask the right questions, not have all the answers.” - Gary Cokins
“For me, consensus is built through showing people the value in a course of action.” - Gianluca Bisceglie
“We have to figure out what’s the minimal threshold we need to pass in order to get moving.” - Tobias Zwingmann
“The barriers to adoption are largely about people—resistance to change, fear of being measured, and weak leadership.” - Gary Cokins
“Data is an asset only if you know how to use it; otherwise, it can become a liability.” - Prashanth Southekal
“Small companies can use analytics and activity-based costing; you don’t need to be big to benefit.” - Gary Cokins
“Don’t focus on big data; focus on good data.” - Gianluca Bisceglie
“Have a bias towards action, especially in these times; action builds culture, not just talking about it.” - Tobias Zwingmann
“The challenge for many managers is how to use analytics—what types of analytics to apply.” - Gary Cokins
“For me, agility means experimenting wisely, which is crucial for success in the age of AI.” - Tobias Zwingmann
These quotes capture the essence of the discussion around transforming data into value and the challenges and strategies involved in that process.
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