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🤔 Big Data - is it a blocker or enabler for your business?   With Gartner ranking data accessibility as one of the key trends for the future, the question on every data leaders’ mind is, “how do we democratize data?” Our latest eBook has the answer. 👇🏼   Blend is thrilled to be publishing our latest eBook, “Data Democratization: The Key to Unlocking AI and Data Science Potential” 🧪 Our comprehensive guide walks you through the need to democratize your data, how it benefits your entire organization, and a break down of how you can leverage data for your GenAI journey.   Start reading today to learn: ✅ How to Bust Silos ✅ Data Management Options ✅ Data Meshes vs Fabrics … and so much more.   👉🏼 This eBook is a CDAO’s handbook to successfully building a foundational D&A program. Get your copy here today: https://lnkd.in/gJJnyeN4   #DataDemocratization #DataScience #DAProgram #AITransformation

By now the news has hit every corner of the world that Google has elected to stop the full deprecation of third-party cookies. 🍪 There is anger, frustration, memes galore, and plenty of eye-rolls at the decision. With the dust settling, many are asking, what do we do now? The short answer is “Nothing”. "Don’t be distracted by the news, just shrug your shoulders at Google being Google and continue putting your focus on the elements that can be in your control or that you are comfortable with." writes Jordan Cardonick, VP of Data Science at Blend. Learn more about what this news means for you 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/3yerZpO #ThirdPartyCookies #WebTracking #Marketing

Data leaders find themselves at a crossroads. 🚧 While 97% recognize the immense potential of data democratization for innovation and growth, 62% struggle with the practical challenges of implementation. The balance between empowering teams with data access and ensuring security and governance is a tightrope walk. 🚨 If this sounds like you, our latest article is for you. 👇🏼 In “The Data Democratization Dilemma: Unlocking Potential, Managing Risk,” we explore: 📊 Balancing data access with governance 🤝 How to foster a secure, data-driven culture 🧭 Navigating key risks of data democratization Learn how to get your data foundations right for your GenAI initiatives: https://bit.ly/46j1kot

🎉 We are thrilled to announce that Blend has been ranked in the Top 100 Best Workplaces for Women in the UK for 2024! 🇬🇧 At Blend, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where all our team members can thrive. This recognition is a testament to our continuous efforts to champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across our organization. Thank you for the honor, Great Place To Work UK 🙌🏼 We believe that a diverse workforce drives innovation and excellence. Our success is built on the incredible contributions of women at Blend, who play a crucial role in shaping our company's future. Thank you to our amazing team for making Blend a great place to work. Together, we will continue to push boundaries and achieve remarkable things. Learn more about the rankings here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g4b6kqhA #CareersInAI #GPTW #CareersInData

Imagine having a digital assistant that doesn’t just follow commands but anticipates your needs, offering strategic insights to drive your business forward. AI agents are evolving beyond mere automations to become invaluable partners in our daily operations and strategic decision-making. 🤖 “The age of Agentic AI is dawning, but it’s a slow sunrise, not a sudden flash,” writes Kokila Mallikarjuna, Sr Director, AI Strategy and Consulting at Blend. “By taking a measured, strategic approach, you can position your business to harness the power of this technology as it matures.” Start building the foundation your business needs for an AI-augmented future: https://bit.ly/3Wg7mBz

Meet the Blend team at AIM Research's #MachineCon event in NYC on July 26th! 👋🏼 We're only halfway through the year, yet 2024 has already been marked by significant AI advancement. From big leaps in GenAI to improved LLMs, our team is staying at the forefront of innovation to help our clients transform their businesses. Our team is looking forward to learning more and sharing their insights in NYC. If you're stopping by, make sure to meet our leaders: 🤝 Ozgur Dogan, President of Solution and Service Lines 🤝 Maggie Melnick, Chief Client Officer 🤝 Dimosthenis Kostopoulos, SVP of AI Solutions/BizDev We'll see you at MachineCon! 👋🏼 #GenAI #LLM #AITransformation

Are data silos holding your AI initiatives back? 🚫📊 As a CDAO, you know AI is no longer optional—it's essential for staying competitive. But with 57% of companies lacking a clear data strategy, the path to AI readiness is challenging. Learn how to transform your data landscape in our latest article: "From Fragmented to Formidable: Building an AI-Ready Data Ecosystem" Discover: 🧱 Why data silos are the #1 hurdle to AI success 🤝 Strategies for breaking down data barriers 📈 How to drive data-driven decision-making across your org Don't let fragmented data limit your AI potential. Read now and unlock the full power of your data assets: https://bit.ly/46fkECU #AIReadiness #DataStrategy #CDAO #ArtificialIntelligence

Are you an Analyst or an Architect? If you're a part of the 57% of CDAOs struggling with GenAI initiatives, you might need to become an architect sooner rather than later... 🤔 What separates leading CDAOs from the rest is their leadership style. We examined DataIQ's Top 100 to understand exactly what makes them different from their counterparts. Dive into the analysis here and get your roadmap to becoming an effective CDAO: https://bit.ly/3LFPdbm #CDAO #GenAI #AITransformation

We are excited to announce that Blend has acquired nuvu, a leading data engineering and applied AI firm in Colombia! 🇨🇴 With nuvu's 100-person team of data engineers joining us, this marks a significant step forward in Blend's continued global expansion of our "best of world" capabilities. 🚀 “nuvu’s expertise in data and AI aligns perfectly with our growth strategy, enhancing our AWS partnership and expanding our presence in Latin America. We’re excited to tap into Colombia’s talent pool and strengthen our ability to deliver exceptional solutions to our clients. “ – Maximo Gurmendez, SVP Engineering at Blend Learn more about nuvu, this acquisition, and what this means for the future of Blend in our news release here: https://hubs.ly/Q02H5Ph60 #AcquisitionAnnouncement #AIServices #AIColombia

In our latest article with DataIQ, we've laid out a critical roadmap for CDAOs to transition from being analysts to architecting the D&A transformation their organization must go through. 🔀 If you're finding yourself under pressure to prove your value as a data leader, start reading the article at the link below! 👇🏼