Testimonials from users of our Data Maturity Assessment

“The data maturity assessment is a valuable tool for figuring out where an organisation is now in order to plan improvement work. Especially useful to charities and other nonprofits.”

“Such a great framework for understanding our charity’s needs whilst planning data strategy delivery. The online session was well delivered by friendly and knowledgeable people.”

“[Data Orchard] provided exactly what was asked for. A professional product and support when required throughout the process. We have benchmarked our Data Maturity levels and this has allowed us to communicate our progress to our local industry peers.”

“We really liked the look and feel of the data maturity assessment tool. It was pitched at just the right level, especially for the public sector. The definitions were really helpful so people were learning and understanding as they went through.

By having the report and the data at our hands we could evidence where our weak areas were and show there was a collective recognition and understanding of this. It set the conversation going for us to embark on a data journey, and gave us a starting point to work from. More than anything it meant that people got to have their say and be a part of it.”

“I would recommend Data Orchard for the method of evaluating data maturity, for their depth of knowledge, for the framework they have designed over several years of research, for the high level of commitment they have given me and my team while carrying out the assessment, for their flexibility and open mind when discussing the results of the assessment, for the professionalism and high level of the data analysis … for the fact they were excellent at collaborating with me and striving to understand the environment at our organisation, for the innovative way they have structured our face to face managers’ meetings...

It was an absolute pleasure working with Sian and Libby and the final report will help us immensely as we look forward to improve our data maturity in the years to come.”

“The service was great, it was very smooth and there was not a hard sales push. I could see the work that had been put in to develop the tool and it showed.”

“Easy to use and comprehensive approach. Also, staff support is accessible.”

“It has given us a structure and a clear process defined by measurable steps to achieve in reshaping our approach to data use across the hospice.”

“The DMA has provided a baseline from which to develop our data strategy and map improvements across the organisation. As an external source it was received in a more positive way than if we had said the same things internally!”

“A great team of experienced, knowledgeable, flexible, efficient and empathetic people to work with. t has helped to shine a light on how important it is for the organisation to invest in Data as an Asset. We have established a Data Governance group with senior leadership as participants ensuring that Data is being prioritised. ”

“The survey was very comprehensive. [The Data Orchard team] were very knowledgeable and supportive throughout the process.”

“We received fantastic support, collaboration was made so easy and ultimately we were left with a product and with the skills that has enabled us to successfully up skill our staff in data skills, in a fun and engaging way.”

“I’d recommend you to other organisations like ours who don’t have any inhouse skills or expertise. Being supported through the DMA assessment and the development of a strategy that meets us where we are at as an organisation has been a great process. I feel the work we are doing as a result will deliver sustainable results.”

“Thank you and keep up the great work. It’s so needed. I feel that as we face big changes across society, it’s critical that charities and other non-profit organisations can embrace opportunities with new technologies, while maintaining trust and responsible use of data.”

“We have a true understanding of where to prioritise for our data strategy. The level of expertise, especially in the non-profit and public sectors (which can be hard to find benchmarks for); the customer service offered by the team – understanding and willing to problem solve to find the best solution for an organisation; their understanding of the context – for example, offering sessions for leadership as they know getting them on board leads to success.”

“The Data Orchard work has enabled us to develop a clear ‘roadmap’ for a more data-mature VCSE sector. This in turn will increase the difference the VCSE sector can make in Greater Manchester. Internally, it’s also given us lots of practical ideas about how we can be more purposeful with our collection and usage of data.

Data Orchard partnered with us to deliver a project looking at data maturity in the Greater Manchester VCSE sector. From their initial proposal, through to the project completion, Sian, Mads and the team were a joy to work with. They bring deep knowledge and expertise around data in the VCSE sector, a clear methodology, and a fantastic ability to translate the complicated world of data for those of us who aren’t natural ‘data people. Their approach was comprehensive and methodical, but flexible as the needs of the project changed.

The most unique thing about working with Data Orchard for me is that this wasn’t simply a research/engagement project where we asked people lots of questions and then wrote a report using their insight, but that the people and organisations who participated in the data maturity assessment were equipped with knowledge and tips on improving their organisation approach to data.”

“We’ve been working with Data Orchard since 2021, taking cohorts of Scottish public sector organisations through the Data Maturity Assessment process. It’s really helped engage stakeholders, enabling organisations to understand where they are and what they want to achieve with data.

Over 50 organisations of all sizes have participated in our data maturity cohort programme and it’s helped create a groundswell of support towards a vision for data in Scotland. The assessment and the improvements they’ve made over the last few years, based on our feedback (and that of the cohorts themselves) has been great. It feels like we and Data Orchard are working together to the same goals!”