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Course Outline

Understanding Data Strategy

  • Definitions and the value of data strategy in government
  • Strategy types: enterprise-wide versus departmental
  • Data maturity models and strategic goals

Aligning Strategy with Mission and Outcomes

  • Connecting data use to service delivery and transparency
  • Identifying use cases and priority areas
  • Setting measurable objectives and KPIs

Governance, Leadership, and Organizational Readiness

  • Foundations of data governance
  • Establishing ownership, stewardship, and accountability
  • Cultivating a culture and leadership mindset for data-driven change

Infrastructure and Technology Planning

  • Evaluating current systems and tools
  • Data platforms and integration strategies
  • Considerations for security, privacy, and compliance

Data Skills and Workforce Development

  • Identifying skill gaps and training needs
  • Building data literacy across departments
  • Recruitment and capability planning

Innovation, Analytics, and Future Readiness

  • Strategic use of advanced analytics, AI, and automation
  • Collaborating with academia, vendors, and other agencies
  • Ensuring adaptability and innovation at scale

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Familiarity with the role of data in public services
  • Understanding of organizational or departmental objectives
  • Interest in leveraging data to improve decision-making and operations

Audience

  • Government data stewards and analysts
  • Policy advisors and strategic planners
  • Departmental managers involved in digital transformation
 14 Hours

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