In the current data-driven landscape, business leaders across government need to be involved in using data. They need at least a working knowledge of the tools of data science and the ways data scientists generate their insights.
It isn’t only organizational efficiencies that make data literacy worthwhile. Fostering data acumen is tied to the core mission of government agencies: serving constituents.
According to a survey, 92% of organizations are investing in data and AI, but only 19% have successfully established a data culture.
In a recent survey conducted by Forrester Consulting and Tableau, 60% of respondents said they did not have the data skills they were expected to have for their jobs.
Whatever the format, virtual learning makes it easier to develop and deploy new training in response to changing requirements.
With or without data backgrounds, all employees can possess a basis of assessing the appropriateness of data methodologies, outputs and contexts in their line of work. When they do, they create a data-driven organization.
Wondering how to position yourself as requirements for data skills increase? The Government Accountability Office could be the model you’re looking for.