[Data Strategy]

Turn Data into a
Strategic Advantage

Business-first data strategies that align technology investments with
corporate objectives. Proven frameworks validated across
100+ enterprise engagements.

72% of leading organizations cite data management as their top challenge in scaling AI initiatives. With 463 exabytes of data generated daily by 2025, organizations need more than just technology they need a strategic roadmap that connects data capabilities to business value.

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100+

Enterprise Clients

98%

Client Satisfaction

500+

Million Value Delivered

This is the transformation we deliver

A unified, intelligent data ecosystem that strengthens decisions, streamlines operations, and positions your business for the next decade of digital and AI-driven growth.

Seamless team alignment

Every function operates from the same KPIs, definitions, and truth, reducing friction and confusion.

Reporting without the noise

Automated data flows replace manual work. Insights appear when you need them, not weeks later.

Operational resilience by design

Built-in quality checks, lineage, and controls help detect issues early and eliminate costly surprises.

Predictable, sustainable growth

With trusted data and strong governance, your organization accelerates with confidence, not complexity.

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[Our Methodology]

Proven 5 Phase Data Strategy Framework

Understand Corporate Objectives

We start by deeply understanding your business strategy, just not your technology stack. Through executive interviews and strategic alignment sessions, we identify where data can drive the most value. This ensures every downstream initiative is tied directly to measurable business outcomes and real organizational impact.

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Gather Key Inputs

Identify, monitor, and fix data issues at the source through automated validation and cleansing for trusted, reliable information. This enables faster decisions, smoother operations, and a foundation of data your teams can confidently act on.

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Ideate Data Initiatives

We facilitate collaborative workshops to help you brainstorm, refine, and design data initiatives aligned to your business objectives. Our approach balances innovative thinking with practical constraints. The result is a focused set of initiatives that are both achievable and positioned to drive measurable value.

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Rationalize & Align Strategic Value

Prioritize initiatives based on strategic value, feasibility, and resource requirements. We map each initiative to business outcomes with clear ROI projections.

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Define Implementation & Value Delivery

Create a detailed implementation roadmap with timelines, resource requirements, and success metrics. We prepare executive presentations and establish governance for execution.

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[The Strategic Imperative]

Why Every Enterprise Needs a Data Strategy

In today's data-driven economy, organizations need more than just technology, they need a strategic roadmap that connects data capabilities to business value.

The Challenge

89%

of organizations report AI adoption is slowed by data management barriers.

50%

of organizations manage data as a true business asset.

Most

organizations waste resources managing all data equally, missing high-value opportunities.

The Opportunity

5-6%

higher productivity and profitability for data-driven organizations.

faster time-to-insight with mature data strategies.

15-20%

operational efficiency gains from strategic data initiatives.

The Solution

Business-first, not technology-first strategy.

Clear alignment between data initiatives and corporate objectives.

Measurable ROI and value delivery timelines.

Proven frameworks validated across 100+ engagements.

[Our Approach]

How we help you Build a
Data-Driven Future

Industry-leading frameworks that ensure comprehensive coverage and measurable outcomes

Strategy & Governance

People & Organization

Data & Analytics

Technology & Tools

Data Strategy Framework

Our data strategy framework ensures comprehensive coverage across all critical dimensions, connecting technical capabilities to business outcomes.

0-12 months
Quick Wins

12-24 months
Strategic Capabilities

24-36 months
Transformation

Value Delivery Timeline

We design strategies with clear value delivery horizons, ensuring early wins while building toward transformational outcomes.

Future Opportunities

Strategic Priorities

Reconsider

Quick Wins

Initiative Prioritization Matrix

Data-driven prioritization ensures your team focuses on initiatives with highest strategic value and realistic execution paths.

[The Opportunity]

Why Data Strategy Matters Now More Than Ever

Without a strategic roadmap, growth creates chaos instead of competitive advantage.

Organizations with mature data strategies consistently outperform their peers across every key business metric.

89%

of organizations report AI adoption is slowed by data management barriers

5-6%

higher productivity and profitability for data-driven companies

faster time-to-insight with mature data strategies in place

72%

of leaders cite data management as top challenge preventing AI scale

[What We Do]

Comprehensive Data Strategy Services

End-to-end expertise across your entire data maturity journey

Data Maturity Assessment

Comprehensive evaluation of your data capabilities across governance, quality, architecture, and analytics.

What You Get:

Current state assessment report
Maturity score across 8 dimensions
Gap analysis and prioritized recommendations
Quick-win opportunities

Analytics & AI Readiness

Prepare your data ecosystem for advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI applications.

What You Get:

Use-case portfolio & prioritization
Data readiness assessment
ML/AI platform recommendations
AI governance guidelines

Value & ROI Mapping

Quantify business value of data initiatives with clear ROI projections and measurable outcomes.

What You Get:

Initiative value hypothesis
ROI & payback models
Executive KPI dashboard views
Benefit tracking approach

Data Culture & Change

Build data literacy and foster organization-wide adoption through comprehensive change management.

What You Get:

Data literacy curriculum
Change management plan
Communication & enablement assets
Adoption success metrics

[Choose Your Package]

Data Strategy Packages for Every Stage

Choose a package that aligns with your organization’s maturity and goals, from quick-start assessments to enterprise transformation blueprints.

Starter

Data Strategy Quick Start

Perfect for organizations beginning their data journey or needing rapid assessment and clear priorities.

4–6 Weeks

Executive stakeholder interviews (3–5)
Rapid maturity assessment
Current state documentation
Priority gap identification
High-level initiative roadmap
Executive presentation

Duration:

4–6 weeks

Stakeholders:

3–5 interviews

Deliverables:

3–5 key documents

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Growth

Roadmap Accelerator

Comprehensive strategy for growing organizations ready to scale data capabilities and drive business value.

10–14 Weeks

Full 5-phase methodology
Stakeholder engagement (10–15)
Line-of-business deep dives
Complete initiative ideation
Technology recommendations
12–18 month roadmap
Governance framework
ROI projections & value maps

Duration:

10–14 weeks

Stakeholders:

10–20 interviews

Deliverables:

10+ tailored assets

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Enterprise

Transformation Blueprint

Fully customized strategy for large organizations with complex landscapes requiring comprehensive transformation.

16–24+ Weeks

Tailored methodology & extended scope
Extensive stakeholder engagement (20+)
Multi-business unit coverage
Advanced AI/ML & data product strategy
End-to-end architecture design
24–36 month roadmap
Change management plan
Vendor selection support
90-day implementation kickstart

Duration:

16–24+ weeks

Stakeholders:

20–40+ interviews

Deliverables:

Enterprise blueprint & playbooks

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[Proven Results]

Real Outcomes from Forward-Thinking Organizations

Sanofi – Empowering Data Democratization

Goal: Establish an enterprise data governance framework integrating quality, accessibility, and compliance.

Solution: Implemented Informatica CDGC, CDQ, and CDMP to automate Data Quality Scores, enable governed access, and streamline collaboration.
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Result: 40% faster access to trusted data Reduced inconsistencies through DQ automation Strengthened governance and regulatory compliance

Opella – Building a Foundation for Governance

Goal: Enhance governance, security, and collaboration across data domains.
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Solution: Designed governance strategy and policies, deployed CDGC, CDQ, and CAI with RBAC and automated DQ dashboards.
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Result: Improved cross-functional data collaboration Clear ownership through stewardship roles Reduced unauthorized access risks

Regeneron – Data Quality as a Service (DQaaS)

Goal: Create an enterprise-wide Data Quality-as-a-Service framework.
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Solution: Implemented a scalable DQaaS model integrating CDQ and CDI for real-time data profiling and quality monitoring.
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Result: Enterprise-wide adoption of automated DQ Continuous improvement in data accuracy Established DQaaS as the enterprise standard

BeiGene – Unified Data Intelligence

Goal: Replace fragmented Collibra systems and unify metadata, DQ, and governance.
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Solution: Migrated to Informatica IDMC (CDGC, CDQ, CDMP, CDI), designed centralized metadata strategy, and built governed data marketplace.
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Result: Simplified governance & onboarding Reduced licensing costs and complexity Future-ready foundation for scalable DQ services

[Help & Support]

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our data strategy services.

If you don’t see your question here, we’re always available to help. Get in touch to discuss your needs, explore opportunities, or clarify how we work.

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How long does a typical data strategy engagement take?

It depends on scope and organizational complexity. Starter packages typically take 4–6 weeks, Growth packages 10–14 weeks, and Enterprise engagements 16–24+ weeks. We work with your team to establish realistic timelines that balance thoroughness with urgency.

What makes Incept's approach different?

We follow a proven, business-first methodology based on industry-leading frameworks. Unlike technology-first approaches, we start with your business objectives and work backward to data initiatives, ensuring every recommendation drives measurable business value.

Do we need to have existing data infrastructure?

No. We work with organizations at all maturity levels, from those just beginning to establish data capabilities to mature enterprises optimizing existing investments. Our assessment identifies your current state and recommends appropriate next steps.

What level of organizational involvement is required?

Success requires executive sponsorship and stakeholder participation. Typically, we engage 10–20 stakeholders for interviews and workshops, with additional team members participating in validation sessions. We work efficiently to minimize disruption to daily operations.

What deliverables do we receive?

Deliverables vary by package but typically include assessment reports, strategic roadmaps, initiative portfolios, governance frameworks, architecture blueprints, and executive presentations. All deliverables are tailored to your organization and provided in editable formats.

Can you help with implementation?

Yes. While our core service is strategy development, we offer implementation support including program management, technical advisory, vendor selection, and change management. Many clients engage us for ongoing advisory services after strategy completion.

Trusted Expertise Across Leading Platforms

Our consultants are certified across top cloud and analytics platforms, ensuring every recommendation aligns with best practices and your tech investments.

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