ABOUT THE INSTITUTE
Connect the ideas.
Improve the practice.
The Data Culture Institute is an initiative advancing research, education, and practical methods for data culture, governance intelligence, and AI readiness.
A bridge from theory
to organizational action.
The Institute’s work connects the Usage and Flow Data Culture Model with diagnostic activities, evidence-based interpretation, and practical action planning.
Its current focus is the Building a Data Culture Practitioner Companion and enhanced web Workspace, supported by a growing collection of tutorials and resources.
DCI is developing its institutional structure. This website does not represent a claim of granted tax-exempt status or an accredited certification program.
FOUNDER & AUTHOR
Gary W. Griffin, Ph.D.
Systems thinker. Conceptual architect. Framework builder.
Author and practitioner working at the intersection of data strategy, organizational culture, governance, and cognitive architecture.
Visit Gary’s website ↗EDUCATION → ENTERPRISE
Learn the model.
Apply the reasoning.
Building a Data Culture, co-authored by Gary W. Griffin and David Holcomb, provides the foundation for applying Usage and Flow. The companion extends that learning into organizational diagnosis and action.
The undergraduate course was taught at Valdosta State University in Winter 2025.
Download the course syllabus (PDF) ↓Get involved
Practitioners, educators, and governance leaders can express interest in beta review, educational use, or future collaboration.
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