Data & AI Readiness Assessment

Data Intelligence Audit offers a concise, MOT-style review of your organisation’s data, BI and Analytics posture and strategy highlighting strengths, weaknesses, key use cases and actionable improvements to turn data into a competitive advantage. This assessment helps organisations make informed decisions about leveraging Azure’s data and AI capabilities. By identifying gaps and opportunities, customers gain a clear path to optimising data workloads, enhancing governance, and adopting Azure services effectively.

What you can expect

• Scoring across 8 critical data domains
• Interactive PDF audit report
• Clear Pass / Advisory / Warning status
• Prioritised, practical actions
• Align data strategies with business objectives and Azure capabilities.
• Identify gaps in platforms, governance, and data quality.
• Receive a maturity score with a tailored improvement roadmap.
• Gain expert recommendations for leveraging Azure’s AI and analytics services.

Audit Structure

• Kick-off & Stakeholder Setup
• Survey distributed to key personnel
• Analysis & validation Workshop(s)
• Strategy delivery & review session
• Next Steps

The 8 Domain Areas that are assessed:

• Data Strategy & Leadership
• Data Architecture & Platforms
• BI / Analytics & Reporting
• Data Governance & Compliance
• Data Quality & Availability
• Advanced Analytics & AI Readiness
• Operationalisation & ROI
• People, Skills & Culture

Assessment structure

• Stakeholder Engagement – Interviews with key business and IT leaders to understand objectives, challenges, and opportunities.
• Workshops – Focused sessions to assess data systems, architecture, governance, and AI readiness on Azure.
• Assessment & Findings – Comprehensive analysis including maturity scoring, gap analysis, and key insights.
• Recommendations & Roadmap – Actionable guidance to enhance data strategy and operational efficiency with Azure.