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Organizational Data Literacy Checklist

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People & Skills
Building individual data fluency and creating a shared language for data across the organization
Common Data Language (0/5 completed)
Standard definitions for key business metrics and data terminology exist.
Data literacy concepts are documented and accessible to employees.
A glossary of data terms is maintained and widely used.
Employees understand how to question and challenge data insights.
Teams have guidance on how to interpret different types of data (qualitative vs. quantitative).
Data Fluency Training (0/5 completed)
Data literacy training is provided based on roles and needs, not just one-size-fits-all.
Training includes real-world applications, not just theory.
Hands-on exercises for interpreting dashboards, reports, and data visualizations are part of the training.
Employees receive guidance on bias in data interpretation and how to mitigate it.
Data literacy is embedded in onboarding programs for new employees.
Processes & Governance
Ensuring that data access, policies, and governance frameworks enable employees to trust and effectively use data
Data Access & Trust (0/6 completed)
Employees have easy access to relevant data without bureaucratic gatekeeping.
A "single source of truth" is established for core business data.
Governance policies balance security with usability—data isn't locked away unnecessarily.
Employees know where data comes from and how it has been processed.
Data quality standards ensure accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of reports.
There is a feedback loop for employees to report inconsistencies or concerns about data.
AI & Ethical Data Use (0/5 completed)
Employees understand how AI models generate insights and the level of uncertainty involved.
There are clear ethical guidelines for AI decision-making and data usage.
AI-generated insights are explainable and auditable, reducing black-box decision-making.
Training is provided on interpreting AI recommendations critically, not blindly accepting them.
Guardrails exist to prevent bias and unintended consequences in AI-driven decisions.
Culture & Leadership
Embedding data literacy into everyday behaviors, leadership expectations, and decision-making processes
Decision-Ready Insights (0/5 completed)
Data isn't just collected—it is turned into clear, actionable insights.
Employees know how to translate insights into business decisions.
Leaders expect teams to present data-backed reasoning in meetings.
Insights are contextualized—numbers alone aren't reported without explaining the "why."
Teams have decision-making frameworks that integrate qualitative and quantitative data.
Cross-Team Collaboration (0/5 completed)
Data isn't siloed—teams share insights and collaborate on decision-making.
Cross-functional working groups or communities of practice promote data-driven thinking.
Leaders foster a culture of curiosity where questioning data is encouraged.
There are processes for sharing learnings across departments to prevent duplication of work.
Data-driven successes are highlighted and celebrated across teams.

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