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Dr. Usha Balasundaram is the Head of Data Governance at S&P Global, bringing over 20 years of industry experience in driving data excellence. Her expertise spans a wide range of domains, including data scrubbing, data quality, data visualization, data governance, and predictive analytics with a focus on data modeling for KPI-driven performance.In her current role, Dr. Usha leads the implementation of Data Governance practices, specifically focusing on Master Data Management (MDM) across corporate systems, ensuring alignment between business goals and data-driven initiatives.
She holds a doctorate from the University of Science Malaysia, where her research explored “Big Data Analytics Capability and Competitive Performance: The Mediating Role of Organizational Capabilities and the Moderating Role of Data Governance.” Her work contributes valuable insights into how data governance enhances organizational agility and competitive advantage.