Homonym: CDO (Chief Data Officer)
A Chief Data Officer, or CDO, is an executive responsible for managing and utilizing an organization's data as a strategic asset. This role involves overseeing data governance, data quality, and data analytics to ensure that data is accurate, accessible, and secure. The CDO works closely with other departments to align data initiatives with business goals.
In today's data-driven world, the CDO plays a crucial role in helping organizations leverage data for decision-making and innovation. They often lead efforts to implement data management technologies and promote a data-centric culture within the organization, ensuring that data is effectively used to drive growth and efficiency.