Why Data Engineers Are Becoming Private Equity’s Most Strategic Asset

Getting data engineers to contribute to commercial thinking could radically increase the technical efficiency of private equity firms.

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Michael Leovalan

Chief Technology Officer & Co-Founder, JMAN Group

If data is king, why are so many PE firms overlooking the role that data engineers can play in pursuit of value?
Data engineers are not just technical support, pipeline builders, data cleaners and report writers: they have the potential to unlock the immense value hidden within vast data sets – if firms are ready to change their perspective.

A new article in Tech Monitor, by Leo Valan, Chief Technology Officer at JMAN Group, challenges conventional wisdom and argues that when data engineers are treated as commercial partners rather than just backend technicians, they possess the unique ability to uncover deep insights, bridge critical data gaps and directly drive value.

The most successful firms are already making space for their engineers to contribute to commercial thinking and this article can help you join them. You will learn:

  • Why private equity firms must elevate data engineers to strategic, commercial partners to fully leverage their data assets.
  • How direct involvement of data engineers in commercial insights, diligence and performance reviews leads to higher quality analysis, earlier issue detection and more confident, informed investment decisions.
  • Why firms must foster an environment where curiosity and an open mind are as crucial as technical skills for driving innovation.

If you are ready to transform your firm’s approach to data and talent, click here to read the full article on Tech Monitor.

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