PM2: 14 Emerging Trends in Data Management and What’s Most Important from a Business and People Perspective
Monday, October 19, 2020
01:30 PM - 04:45 PM
Business / Non-Technical
With advances in AI, machine learning, security, and other trends affecting data management, human instinct is often to resist this change, even though it is inevitable. What can we do? Be prepared. Be informed – not only from a technology perspective but also from a business and human factors perspective.
This seminar/tutorial will provide tools, techniques, and exercises regarding business and human factors that we can apply to emerging trends in data. It will provide an overview of what is happening today, what experts are predicting in the future, and critical behavioral tools that we can use to move forward productively and with actionable insight.
You will learn:
- 14 emerging trends in data management, myths about them, stories, pictures illustrating these trends, and key takeaway points about what’s most important about these trends.
- What is happening below the tip of the iceberg regarding human behavior.
- Many important human behavior tools and techniques to effectively manage change such as understanding why people act as they do, how to realize underlying intentions and come to shared purpose, trust and connection models, conflict management tools, and communication tools to effectively influence outcomes.
- How to practically apply these tools via interactive, fun, and insightful exercises.
Len Silverston is an acclaimed author, consultant, and speaker with over 40 years of expertise in information systems integration and organizational dynamics. Internationally recognized as a thought leader in data modeling, data management, and human-centric information strategies, he has fundamentally transformed how organizations approach data and collaboration.
His groundbreaking "The Data Model Resource Book" series, rated #12 on the Computer Literacy Best Seller List and translated into multiple languages, presents over 230 reusable, holistic data models that have become essential resources for data professionals worldwide. Beyond his published works, Silverston has been a respected columnist and a sought-after international conference speaker.
A distinguished professional, Silverston has been honored with both the DAMA International Professional Achievement Award and the DAMA Community Award. Through his company, Universal Mindful, LLC, he provides comprehensive training and consulting services that leverage an extensive methodology of organizational change management and human behavior tools to enhance productivity and results.
He is also a fully ordained Zen priest and life coach. He provides training, coaching, corporate mindfulness workshops, and retreats through his organization, 'Zen With Len'.