Inside Pobal’s Public Sector Data Revolution – Governance, Quick Wins, and the Future of AI

Ready to find out how data is transforming public policy? In Part 2 of our conversation with Martin Quigley, Head of Data and Analytics at Pobal, we explore practical insights and game-changing strategies for leveraging data in the public sector.

What you’ll gain from this episode:

✅ Actionable Advice: How to kickstart data-driven decision-making, including the role of governance in maximising outcomes.

✅ Quick Wins vs. Long-Term Gains: Demonstrating early value without compromising foundational governance.

✅ High-Value Data Projects: Insights from projects like the HRB(Health Research Board) and NDTRS (National Drug Treatment Reporting System) reporting system, showcasing the power of linking datasets for impactful research.

✅ Empowering Data Entry Teams: Helping frontline workers see the bigger picture—how their efforts shape future policies.

✅ Building Trust in Data: Transparency, quality, and accessibility as the foundation of impactful analytics.

What’s new in this episode?

• Discover the story behind Pobal Maps, with 500k views in the last 12 months, and how GIS technology boosted the usability of the HP Deprivation Index.
• Learn how Pobal collaborates with public sector users to create bespoke dashboards and track the impact of interventions over time.
• Explore the role of open data in making the HP Deprivation Index accessible for policy-making and research.
• Hear about Martin’s vision for the future, including generative AI innovations and strategies to prepare the workforce for the next wave of transformation.

Why listen?

Martin offers invaluable insights into tackling resistance to data governance, creating impactful data products, and integrating advanced technologies like AI into public sector workstreams.

Hear how data can transform policymaking to create smarter, more responsive governments. Don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes that uncover the future of digital government!

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