Guest Talk with Pablo Ardila-Schickler

Data has become a crucial asset for businesses in the digital age, and understanding how to manage and protect data has become a critical skill for professionals in all fields. During the Workshop Week at Berlin International, the Faculty of Business Administration had the privilege of hosting Mr. Pablo Ardila-Schickler, legal expert of Shure Inc. (a U.S. firm operating in the global sector of high-quality audio products in the worldwide industry of high-quality audio products) for an enlightening talk on managing data.

At Berlin International, where understanding and utilizing data is a high priority across the study programs, including BA Data Science and Business, Mr. Ardila-Schickler's talk provided students with valuable insights beyond just the technical aspects of data analysis. Mr. Ardila-Schickler highlighted the legal aspects of data protection, GDPR compliance, and practical considerations for businesses and individuals. The practical perspective—that data-driven business models provide a competitive advantage in how they choose to study and protect data—is invaluable to how students look at the business tech environment. Emphasizing that even seemingly harmless data points like IP addresses are considered personal data, Mr. Ardila-Schickler offered meaningful viewpoints for students of all business programs, shedding light on the business implications of data management and the serious legal considerations associated with it.

As Berlin International continues to foster a multidisciplinary approach to education by encompassing both technical and business aspects of data analysis, Mr. Ardila-Schickler's talk was a valuable addition to the Workshop Week. The Faculty of Business Administration thanks Mr. Ardila-Schickler for sharing his expertise and insights on managing data in the modern business landscape.