10 Steps for Building Value Driven Data Literacy for Achieving Your Ambition
Just understanding data isn’t enough - data value literacy is what drives actionable business outcomes. From fostering curiosity to setting clear goals, here are 10 steps to build a culture of data value literacy across your organisation.
The Misconception: Data Literacy Stops at Understanding Data
Many executives I advise initially assume that once their teams understand data, the job is done. But data literacy without focusing on value is like reading a book without knowing its purpose. Data value literacy goes beyond just understanding—it’s about turning insights into action that delivers measurable outcomes.
The Path to Data Value Literacy: 10 Actionable Steps
Achieving data value literacy doesn’t happen overnight, but with the right steps, it can transform how leaders, teams, and stakeholders make decisions. Here’s the path to get there:
- Foster a Culture of Curiosity: Encourage asking questions and challenging assumptions to drive informed decision-making.
- Assess Current Literacy Levels: Identify strengths and areas for improvement through assessments.
- Provide Training: Offer workshops and courses to boost data value literacy across teams.
- Encourage Cross-Functional Collaboration: Promote sharing of data insights and best practices between departments.
- Set Clear Goals: Establish measurable objectives for literacy improvements.
(The cheatsheet below has a full guide for the Top 10 Steps I recommend for building a data value literacy culture in your organisation.)
