Sodexo Wins Prestigious DAMA Awards for Excellence in Data Management

Sodexo’s Data teams have achieved remarkable recognition at the 10th anniversary of the French DAMA (Data Management Association) Chapter, held on December 12, 2024. The event, which celebrated a decade of leadership in Data Management and Data Governance, to honor innovation in the field. 

Sodexo received the Silver Prize from the Jury as well as the Special Audience Prize recognizing Sodexo’s innovative “glocal” approach, which positions Data as a key differentiator and places it at the core of Sodexo’s strategic transformation.

"This recognition is a testament to the collective efforts of our teams, inspiring us to pursue continuous improvement in Sodexo’s Data Governance. We firmly believe in the value of our 'glocal' strategy: creating solutions locally, close to the business, while fostering a connected, collaborative approach that benefits everyone. This agile model has proven both effective and perfectly aligned with our business model.”

Antonio Abi SaadGroup Chief Data Officer

The DAMA is a globally recognized authority in data management, considered a standard by ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association). The French section, with over 1,500 data experts across various industries, has played a pivotal role during the past decade in driving discussions and promoting best practices in the field.

As Sodexo continues its journey in advancing Data Governance and Management, these distinctions underscore the company’s commitment to leveraging data as a cornerstone for operational excellence and innovation, all in service of our primary goal: continuously enhancing the experience of our clients and consumers.

For more information about Sodexo and its data initiatives, visit www.sodexo.com.

For more information about the French DAMA chapter, visit www.dama-france.org.

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