Monthly Reading Selection: "Unlinked"
Meenu Howland, the founder of Neuronova Consulting, is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in data strategy, data governance, and AI alignment. Known for her expertise, Howland assists organizations in implementing or repairing data governance programs and aligning them effectively with organizational goals [1][2].
In her book, Unlinked: The Biggest Gap Your Business Never Knew About and the Unspoken Architecture That Will Fix It, Howland introduces the concepts of "organizational relational governance" (ORG) and "organizational relationship architecture" (ORA) to address gaps in strategy execution related to data governance. The book draws on her personal history and real-life cases to guide readers in bridging the execution gaps in their data governance strategies [1][2].
Unlinked connects the concepts required for implementing good governance to specific roles in an organization. It provides guidance for readers to consume the knowledge based on their role, a method Howland refers to as "reading the book through your lens." For those struggling with launching or finding that their existing data governance or data strategy initiatives are lacking, Unlinked is an excellent resource [1][2].
Howland's work spans various industries, including energy, finance, insurance, customer experience, and agriculture. She is deeply committed to driving value through structure, inclusive thinking, and building systems that work across departments and roles. The book references both ADKAR and Kotter in the context of change management, emphasizing the importance of measures and metrics, as well as change management, in data governance programs [1][2].
While the current version of the book has some structural issues that make following along confusing at times, Howland's extensive practical experience and thought leadership shine through. She stresses the importance of the activity above the dedicated approach to change management, as well as the need to connect data, process, and meaningful business outcomes [1][2].
In addition to her certifications in data management, business intelligence, and agile delivery, Howland is known for her work in driving value through structure, inclusive thinking, and building systems that work in practice across departments, roles, and the ever-changing landscape of modern business.
References: 1. https://www.neuronovaconsulting.com/meenu-howland 2. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Unlinked-Biggest-Gap-Your-Business/dp/1119565218
Data management and business strategy are intertwined in Meenu Howland's work, as she helps organizations align their data governance programs with organizational goals. Her book, Unlinked, offers insights on organizational relational governance and organizational relationship architecture, linking these concepts to specific roles within a company.
In the realm of technology and education-and-self-development, Howland's book enlightens readers on bridging execution gaps in their data governance strategies, referencing change management models like ADKAR and Kotter. Her work spans various industries, including finance, energy, insurance, customer experience, and agriculture.
With certifications in data management, business intelligence, and agile delivery, Howland is known for driving value through building systems that work across departments and roles, emphasizing the importance of connecting data, process, and meaningful business outcomes.
