General Questions

What is Data Maturity Matters?

A consortium bringing together academics, business leaders, policy makers, developers, and vendors to establish academically rigorous, transparent standards for people data maturity. It's a collaboration between Lumenai LABS and The Talent Intelligence Community.

What does membership cost?

Free!

What are the requirements for membership?

You must use an organisational domain email address and commit to contributing at least once every six months through talks, podcasts, use case sharing, or implementation documentation.

How do I contribute?

Host or present a talk, participate in a podcast, share use case results, document implementation experiences, contribute to research papers, participate in working groups, or provide peer review of consortium materials.

What happens if I don't contribute?

After two consecutive six-month periods without contribution, your membership may be suspended or terminated by the Consortium Committee.

Can I use the consortium materials commercially?

Members can implement materials within their own organisations but cannot use them as the primary basis for commercial products without appropriate licensing. Contact the Committee for commercial licensing enquiries.

What's In It For Me?

For Business Leaders

Access to proven frameworks

• Implement academically validated standards rather than building from scratch

• Benchmark your organisation's maturity against transparent criteria

• Access practical tools and implementation guides

Competitive advantage

• Stay ahead of the curve in people data capabilities

• Learn from peers facing similar challenges

• Demonstrate data maturity to stakeholders and boards

Network and influence

• Connect with other forward-thinking leaders

• Shape standards that affect your industry

• Share your success stories and build thought leadership

Risk mitigation

• Implement governance frameworks aligned with emerging regulations

• Learn from others' mistakes and successes

• Build capabilities that stand up to scrutiny

For Academics

Real-world impact

• See your research applied in practical organisational settings

• Access implementation data and case studies for further research

• Bridge the gap between academic rigour and business application

Collaboration opportunities

• Work with practitioners facing real challenges

• Access organisations for research partnerships

• Co-author papers and thought leadership with industry experts

Recognition

• Build your reputation through consortium speaking opportunities

• Publish findings with a built-in, engaged audience

Influence standards

• Ensure academically rigorous methodologies shape industry practice

• Prevent oversimplification or misapplication of research

• Contribute to ethical, evidence-based advancement of the field

For Policy Makers

Evidence-based policy development

• Access research and data to inform regulatory decisions

• Understand practical implications of policy proposals

• Connect theory with real-world implementation challenges

Stakeholder engagement

• Direct access to organisations implementing people data strategies

• Understand concerns from academics, vendors, and practitioners

• Test policy ideas with a diverse, informed community

Transparency and governance

• Contribute to ethical frameworks for people data use

• Shape standards that protect individual rights whilst enabling innovation

• Ensure responsible data practices become the norm

Thought leadership

• Share your perspective on governance and regulation

• Influence how organisations approach compliance

• Build bridges between policy and practice

For Developers

Technical direction

• Understand what standards and frameworks need to be built

• Access requirements directly from end users and academics

• Align development efforts with validated methodologies

Innovation opportunities

• Identify gaps in current tooling and platforms

• Build solutions that serve real, documented needs

• Collaborate on open-source or consortium-supported projects

Learning and growth

• Understand people data challenges from multiple perspectives

• Access academic research on measurement and maturity

• Build expertise in a growing, strategic field

Network and visibility

• Demonstrate expertise through contributions

• Build reputation as a thought leader in people data technology

For Vendors

Shape the future of the market

• Influence standards that will guide product development across the industry

• Ensure your voice is heard in framework evolution

• Align your roadmap with where the market is heading

Credibility and differentiation

• Demonstrate commitment to transparent, rigorous standards

• Show alignment with academic research and best practices

• Differentiate from competitors through consortium affiliation

Early insights

• Understand emerging requirements before they become mainstream

• Access research and use cases that inform product strategy

• Connect with potential customers and implementation partners

Collaborative development

• Work with academics and practitioners to validate approaches

• Test ideas with a community of experts

• Build solutions that genuinely serve the market

Getting Started

How do I join?

Visit our website, complete the membership form using your organisational email address, review and accept the Terms and Conditions, and submit your application. You'll receive approval notification within 2 business days.

What happens after I'm approved?

You'll receive access to the consortium toolbox, frameworks, member resources, event invitations, and community forums. You'll also receive information about upcoming contribution opportunities.

When is my first contribution due?

Your first contribution is due within six months of your membership approval date. You'll receive reminders and opportunities to contribute throughout this period.

Can I leave the consortium?

Yes, you may withdraw at any time by providing written notice. Upon withdrawal, your access to consortium materials and affiliation rights cease immediately.

Who can I contact with questions?

Visit the contact page on our website at www.datamaturitymatters.tech