Insights & Thoughts

Writing about data governance, AI ethics, and the technical challenges of building reliable data systems.

Data Observability

The Evolution of Data Observability in Data Products

Mar 17, 2026

Modern data observability is shifting from a centralized, reactive policing model to an embedded, proactive product feature within the data mesh — empowering domain experts to own their data's health.

Data Products

The Shift from Data Assets to Data Products

Feb 10, 2026

Decentralising data ownership doesn't have to mean analytical chaos. Explore how federated governance and clear product thinking transform data from a liability into a reliable organisational asset.

Data Governance

Interdisciplinary Approaches to Data and AI Governance: Leveraging Non-Invasive Data Governance for Practical Implementation

Nov 15, 2024

When data governance is weak, AI is unlikely to deliver effective and safe outcomes.

AI Ethics

Intelligence Augmentation

Oct 28, 2024

Intelligence Augmentation aims to enhance rather than replace human cognition. When applied thoughtfully, it could mitigate the cognitive and creative erosions identified by both studies.

Technical

Building a Data Governance Framework: Step-by-Step Guide

Sep 10, 2024

Managing data is crucial for making informed decisions about food distribution, crop production, and disaster preparedness — but only with proper governance in place.

Data Science

Building a Data Science Portfolio

Jan 2, 2023

A data science portfolio highlights the projects you have worked on — here's what to include, what platforms to use, and how to make yours stand out.

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