Data Strategy · Governance · AI Enablement

Turn your data into a competitive advantage

I help companies transform fragmented data initiatives into a clear strategy and operating model — delivering quick wins while building the foundation for AI.

Data governance frameworks that stick AI readiness assessments & roadmaps Cross-functional data operating models Product-led data platform delivery Executive stakeholder alignment Measurable ROI within 90 days
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Andrei Barannikov

Data Strategy Product Owner
Valencia, Spain · Remote worldwide

Data Governance AI Enablement Product Owner Agile/SAFe
13+ Years in data
15+ Projects delivered
3x Avg. ROI uplift
90 days To first measurable wins
40% Avg. reduction in data incidents
Faster time-to-insight for analytics teams
100% Clients would recommend

Services

Engagements are structured to deliver value fast — not long consulting marathons. Most clients see tangible results within the first sprint.

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Data Governance Framework

Design and implement governance structures that balance control with agility — policies, ownership, lineage, and quality.

  • Data domain mapping & ownership
  • Policy & standards definition
  • Data quality KPIs & dashboards
  • Regulatory compliance (GDPR, BCBS 239)
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AI Enablement & Readiness

Prepare your data estate for AI — from readiness assessment to building the pipelines and operating model AI needs to succeed.

  • AI readiness assessment
  • Feature store & data pipeline design
  • LLM-ready data cataloguing
  • AI use-case prioritisation roadmap
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Data Strategy & Roadmap

Define where you are, where you need to be, and a concrete path to get there — aligned with business strategy and executive priorities.

  • Current-state data maturity assessment
  • Target operating model design
  • 3-year strategic roadmap
  • Business case & ROI modelling
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Data Platform Product Ownership

Embedded PO for your data platform team — backlog management, stakeholder alignment, and Agile delivery leadership.

  • Backlog & sprint management
  • OKR & KPI definition
  • Cross-team dependency management
  • SAFe / Scrum coaching
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Data Audit & Quick Wins

A focused 4-week engagement that identifies the highest-leverage opportunities in your data landscape and delivers an action plan.

  • Data inventory & gap analysis
  • Priority pain point mapping
  • Quick-win delivery plan
  • Executive presentation
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Data Literacy & Culture

Help your organisation build the mindset and skills to become genuinely data-driven — from C-suite to frontline teams.

  • Data literacy programme design
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Change management & adoption
  • Data champion network setup

Case Studies

Coming soon — detailed case studies are being prepared.

The Engagement Process

Clear, predictable, and low-overhead. You'll know exactly what's happening at every step.

Details coming soon.

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Andrei Barannikov

Data Strategy Product Owner
Valencia, Spain

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Global Financial Services Data & Analytics domain
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13+ Years Experience Data strategy & product
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Remote & On-site EU, UK & global
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English · Russian · Spanish Working languages

Why work with me?

I've spent over eight years at the intersection of data strategy, product ownership, and organisational change — working across global financial services, technology, and retail organisations to build data governance programmes and AI enablement initiatives at scale.

Unlike traditional consultancies that hand over slide decks and disappear, I work inside your team — embedded, accountable, and focused on outcomes that outlast the engagement. I've seen what happens when governance is bolted on late, when AI projects fail because the data foundation isn't there, and when strategy documents gather dust. I work differently.

My background spans financial services, technology, and retail — so I understand both the regulatory pressures and the commercial urgency that shape data decisions in the real world.

Domain expertise

  • Data governance & stewardship
  • AI / ML enablement
  • Data platform product ownership
  • Agile & SAFe delivery

Industries served

  • Financial services & insurance
  • Asset management
  • Retail & e-commerce
  • SaaS & technology

Let's talk about your data challenges

Reach out directly — I'll get back to you within one business day.

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