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7-Step Model

Working data-driven helps you make better decisions based on facts instead of gut feeling. It's a continuous process that starts with a clear approach. With E-mergo's 7-step model, you work step by step toward a data-driven organization, from strategy to management and optimization.

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Why the 7-step model

The 7-step model is E-mergo's approach to guiding organizations, both technically and organizationally, in the transition to a data-driven way of working. Working data-driven is more than pulling the right data from your systems: it also brings organizational change with it, because data alone only gets you so far. People are the driving force. The model makes that journey clear and ensures data becomes a core function in every process and department, instead of a side role for a separate team.

The model is flexible: you don't always have to go through all seven steps. Depending on where you stand, we step in where needed, from standalone help with one step to a full process. Important to know is that working data-driven is an ongoing journey: your data strategy, roadmap, KPIs, dashboards, and applications deserve to be reviewed regularly.

Our approach

  1. 1

    Set a goal

    We determine where data makes the difference for your business goals and your revenue model, and record this in a data strategy.

  2. 2

    Make a plan

    We set priorities and build a roadmap for your data landscape, with attention to both quick wins and long-term solutions.

  3. 3

    Listen to the question

    We map out the business question sharply, using tools such as a KPI Workshop or an App in a Day.

  4. 4

    Lay a foundation

    We advise on and set up a robust, scalable data foundation through Data Management, so every data product works with the same up-to-date data.

  5. 5

    Give an answer

    We design and develop dashboards and applications that connect with the end user, using our smart software and App Development.

  6. 6

    Share the knowledge

    We provide user training through the Academy and safeguard adoption, governance, and reliable data.

  7. 7

    Manage and optimize

    We keep your environment reliable and manageable with structural Support & Management.

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FAQ

  • What is the 7-step model?

    The 7-step model is E-mergo's approach to becoming data-driven step by step, from setting a goal to managing and optimizing your data environment. It guides your organization on both a technical and organizational level.

  • Do I have to go through all seven steps?

    No. The model is flexible and connects to where you currently stand. We step in where needed, from standalone help with one step to a full process toward a data-driven organization.

  • Where do I start with working data-driven?

    With setting a goal, in line with your business strategy. Together we determine where data makes the difference for your organization and record this in a data strategy.

  • Is working data-driven a one-time project?

    No, it's a continuous journey of improvement. Your data strategy, KPIs, dashboards, and applications deserve to be reviewed regularly.