AI Data Readiness of Organizations

Jan 18, 2022

Enterprise AI Data Readiness and Scaling Strategy Across Organizations Globally

Situation

Our client sought to understand the challenges of scaling Generative AI, specifically focusing on data fragmentation, customer pain points, and the shift from centralized to federated data models.

Objective

The objective was to explore the market opportunity and technical requirements for achieving "AI-ready" data architectures within large enterprises.

Our Work

10EQS assessed data readiness across key dimensions including architecture, metadata, governance, access, and organizational alignment. The study provided a global perspective on AI readiness, covering markets in the North America, Asia, and Europe. We synthesized findings into a clear maturity perspective and a set of “realities” defining AI-ready data organizations.

Project team:
  • Ex-McKinsey Management Consultant with extensive experience in AI and data/analytics
  • Management Consultant with strong experience in thought leadership development
  • 10EQS Delivery Operations (=PMO) providing quality assurance, process management and expert recruitment
  • 15 industry experts
Industry experts (excerpt):
  • Head of Digital & Data Science – Life Sciences Company (US)
  • Group Finance & Headquarters Chief Data & AI Officer – Insurance Company (France)
  • Chief Data Officer – Oil & Gas Company (Netherlands)
  • Enterprise Data & AI Governance Leader –Natural Resources Company (Canada)
  • Chief Al Officer – Global Bank (US)
  • Director, Business Technology & Solutions – Healthcare Company (Japan)

Results

The research revealed that data fragmentation and lack of semantic consistency are the primary constraints to scaling AI, with most organizations remaining in amid-stage of readiness despite increasing AI adoption. It also showed that achieving AI readiness requires a fundamental shift in data architecture and governance.