What is DAU?

Small centralized unit of data scientists, analysts, domain and visualization experts

The DAU is currently a dedicated and small centralized unit of data scientists within the Finance Department that are working with other government departments to co- develop data analysis requirements, develop frameworks and methods to analyse data to assist in decision making, and eventually train and capacitate in-house departmental teams for data analysis and support the department through the process.

The team is composed of professionals employed by the Government of Andhra Pradesh with ability to handle large data sets, code in different languages, and leadership that has experience of working with government departments to understand and fulfil their needs. For specific needs and for their own capacity building, they partner with other organizations, who have the requisite experience and expertise.