How Data Analytics Heads Evaluate a SaaS?

Gaurav who is the head of Data Analytics at Diageo emphasized the importance of system integrators (SIs) in navigating complex data architecture and translating business goals into robust solutions. He highlighted their role in troubleshooting, optimizing performance, and keeping up-to-date with the latest advancements. Gaurav also stressed the importance of co-creation, transparency, and honesty in partnerships. He suggested that organizations should consider running proof of concept (PoC) trials to evaluate potential solutions before committing fully. Nageshwari sought Gaurav’s advice on how to build a strong relationship with a leading data company, to which Gaurav responded by emphasizing the importance of focusing on business outcomes, showcasing team expertise and credibility, offering customization and scalability, and leveraging data-driven success metrics. 2.01mns- Introduction about – Gaurav Head of Data Analytics Diageo 2.05mns- 4.33mns- What is the Role of SaaS in the Data Analytics Space? 4.34-6.19 -How does a Beverage/ FMCG industry based enterprise deals with the Tertiary Data challenge? 6.49-8.22= What is the Beverage/FMCG native unique metrics used by head of Data analytics ? 8.23-11.56- What are the initial challenges faced by Data Analytic head during the Digital Transformation? 11.57-15.5- How do you fill the cutomization Gap which is not fulfilled by the Big players like AWS/Microsoft? How do you select the SaaS vendors? 15.51-19.17- How can a SaaS founder connect with a Data Analytic Leader like you in the Org structure? 19.45- 24.25 Which is the Gamechanging SaaS platform according to you in the future? 24.26-26.3 Co creation