The real work of data science: turning data into information, better decisions, and stronger organizations

The essential guide for data scientists and for leaders who must get more from their data science teams.

The Economist boldly claims that data are now 'the world's most valuable resource.' But, as Kenett and Redman so richly describe, unlocking that value requires far more than technical excellence.

Individual data scientists must fully extend themselves.

They must make sure they understand the real problems their companies and agencies face, they must build trust with decision-makers, deal with quality issues, help decision makers become more demanding customers of data science, and they must teach their colleagues how to understand and interpret data science - even conduct basic analyses themselves.