Women in Data Blog
The State We Are In
When we set out to analyze our community survey, we expected to see what most industry reports show: differences by career level, age group, or even domain specialization. And while those patterns were there, they were surprisingly flat. The real story emerged when we broke things down by region.
Empowering Women Worldwide
Founded on the belief that data and AI should work for everyone, Women in Data™ began as a grassroots initiative in 2015 and has since grown into a thriving global community of over 70,000 members across 150+ countries.
What It’s Like to Be the Only Woman in the Room—And Why That Needs to Change
You walk into the meeting. The conversation pauses for a moment. Not because you're late, but because you’re different. You take your seat, eyes scanning the table—and it hits you. You’re the only woman in the room. Again.
Data as a Product: Transforming Raw Data into Valuable Assets
Learn the concept of treating data as a product (DaaP). This approach involves applying product management principles to data, transforming it from a byproduct of operations into a valuable asset tailored to meet specific user needs. Key characteristics of DaaP include user-centric design and rigorous data quality management. The post also outlines steps for implementing DaaP, such as shifting organizational mindset, defining ownership, setting clear objectives, developing robust data architecture, and investing in training. Challenges like technical complexities and balancing quality versus quantity are also addressed.
