The Power of State-Level Data
In this special two-part episode of Asemio Decoded, we sit down with Josh Martin, the Chief Data Officer for the State of Indiana, to explore the power of state-level data in shaping communities. Josh shares his journey of evolving Indiana’s approach to data collection, analysis, and implementation to drive smarter decision-making and better serve the people of Indiana.
Cross-Agency Collaboration and Real-World Impact
From crafting data strategies that foster cross-agency collaboration to the real-world applications that are transforming how the state supports its citizens, Josh dives into the pivotal role data plays in addressing community needs. We’ll cover how his team has tackled pressing social challenges, improved transparency, and helped key stakeholders make more informed decisions that impact residents on the ground.
Key Topics in Part 1:
- The role of a Chief Data Officer in state government
- Josh’s journey into State data and his department then vs. now
- Evolving Indiana’s data ecosystem over two decades
- Strategies for cross-agency data collaboration
- How data is used to address social issues and community needs
- The importance of transparency and relationship building in data efforts
Listen to Part 1 now to get an inside look into the collaboration and resilience that fuels Indiana’s data strategies and Performance Management Hub. Tune into Part 2 here to hear about how Indiana is innovating in new and exciting ways.
Further Reading:
- Indiana Management Performance Hub: About MPH
- Data Reuse: Use cases, challenges, and opportunities | Medium
- Art of the Possible – Political Dictionary
- BI Tools – A Complete Introduction | HEAVY.AI
Asemio Decoded is co-produced by Erin Powell and Matt Stoker.
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