The Data Pubcast

S02E01 - Self-Service Analytics: Democratisation or Chaos?

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In this highly anticipated Season 2 opener, Nick Latocha, Andy Mason, and Andy Crossley dive headfirst into the murky waters of self-service analytics. The trio discusses its varying definitions, the challenges of implementation, and its real-world impact—or lack thereof—on decision-making within organisations.

Key highlights include:

  • A lively debate on whether "democratising data" is a blessing or just corporate jargon gone rogue.
  • Andy Mason's disdain for pie charts and his insights on why good data models are critical for analytics success.
  • How ThoughtSpot is revolutionising search-driven analytics (and why Power BI needs to catch up!).
  • Why bad data models, despite fancy tools, could lead to high costs and poor decisions.
  • A thought-provoking "Would You Rather: Data Edition" game, where the team tackles hilarious yet realistic scenarios like prioritising clean data over executive buy-in or dealing with data breaches vs system outages.


    • This episode isn't just about analytics tools; it's a deep dive into how businesses use data to improve processes, empower teams, and justify ROI in an ever-evolving data landscape. Tune in for practical takeaways, laugh-out-loud moments, and hard truths about the challenges of being a data professional.

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    The Data PubcastBy Nick Latocha, Andy Crossley, Andy Mason