Morten Ørris Poulsen (Head of Analytics at Kamstrup)On this episode of The Data Storytellers podcast, we explore how data, technology, and human capital converge to transform the public sector, specifically in utility management. Our guest, Morten Ørris Poulsen, Head of Analytics at Kamstripe, shares his experiences from engineering to leading data initiatives. This conversation dives into the nuances of fostering a data-informed culture within a traditionally conservative field, the challenges of integrating analytics into everyday business processes, and the ethical dimensions of leveraging data for public good. Morten emphasizes the need for cross-functional collaboration and maintaining a balance between quantitative rigor and qualitative understanding to truly harness the power of data in decision-making.Connect with us:• Website: https://thedatastorytellers.com/• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-data-storytellers• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2N0vZtHZHgod4Tll2LX2xa• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz9e56lhYUfORiOHMiLlPmA• Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-data-storytellers-podcast/id149376647600:00 - Introduction and background of Morten Orris Poulsen02:03 - Transition from engineering to analytics and the role of data in utilities04:08 - Challenges of adopting data analytics in traditional industries07:01 - The concept of being data-informed versus data-driven10:35 - Integration of qualitative insights with quantitative data in strategic planning14:11 - Overcoming skepticism towards data in the public sector17:51 - The importance of building trust and clear communication in data teams21:14 - How storytelling and visualization aid in data acceptance and strategic influence26:34 - Team dynamics and leadership in fostering a data-informed organization29:08 - Future trends and the evolving role of data analytics in public utilities33:02 - Concluding thoughts on the impact of data analytics in transforming public services