Ensuring data usability is paramount to unlocking a company’s full potential and driving informed decision-making. Part of author Saurav Bhattacharya’s trilogy that covers the essential pillars of digital ecosystems―security, reliability, and usability―this book offers a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental concepts, principles, and practices essential for enhancing data accessibility and effectiveness.

You’ll study the core aspects of data design, standardization, and interoperability, gaining the knowledge needed to create and maintain high-quality data environments. By examining the tools and technologies that improve data usability, along with best practices for data visualization and user-centric strategies, this book serves as an invaluable resource for professionals seeking to leverage data more effectively.

The book also addresses crucial governance issues, ensuring data quality, integrity, and security are maintained. Through a detailed analysis of data governance frameworks and privacy concerns, you’ll see how to manage data responsibly. Additionally, the book includes compelling case studies that highlight successful data usability implementations, future trends, and the challenges faced in achieving optimal data usability. By fostering a culture of data literacy and usability, this book will help you and your organization navigate the evolving data landscape and harness the power of data for innovation and growth.

You will:

• Understand the fundamental concepts and importance of data usability, including effective data design, enhancing data accessibility, and ensuring data standardization and interoperability.
• Review the latest tools and technologies that enhance data usability, best practices for data visualization, and strategies for implementing user-centric data approaches.
• Ensure data quality and integrity, while navigating data privacy and security concerns.
• Implement robust data governance frameworks to manage data responsibly and effectively.

Saurav Bhattacharya has traversed an illustrious path from being a bright student at IIT Kharagpur to becoming a cornerstone in the cybersecurity domain at Microsoft, USA. His expertise, particularly in Authentication, underpins his role as a founder of SuperChargePlus, a cybersecurity firm, and a nonprofit organization dedicated to cross-disciplinary research.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Saurav is a passionate author and researcher, aspiring to leave an indelible mark on mankind through his writings. Settled in Seattle with his high school sweetheart and their cherished Frenchie, he indulges in reading, writing, and spirituality―areas that reflect his deep, introspective nature. Saurav’s life is a testament to the belief that continuous growth and a commitment to making a meaningful impact can pave the way for achieving one’s dreams.