Who We Are
Driving Clarity, Alignment, and Value in Data & AI
At VALSTR, we exist to transform how organisations create, measure, and realise value from data, analytics, and AI. Built on decades of real‑world transformation experience, our platform unifies strategy, governance, capability, and execution into a transparent, auditable operating model that aligns every data decision to business outcomes. We help leaders move faster, reduce risk, and unlock lasting enterprise value - powered by clarity, precision, and a philosophy of doing what truly works.
Built by data & AI leaders, for data & AI leaders
With hundreds of consulting engagements completed across 18+ industries, our team understands the pressure data & AI leaders face to deliver measurable value, fast.
That's why we built the VALSTR platform - to give CDOs, data leaders, and AI leaders the structured, repeatable framework they need to plan, prioritise, and prove the value of data and AI investments.
Meet the teamOur Ethos
We understand the pressure data & AI leaders face to deliver measurable value, fast. That's why the VALSTR Platform and our consulting services are built around what matters most.
Value Driven
Every feature, every decision starts with measurable business value. That focus is embedded in every feature, data model and all content.
Data and AI driven
Our platform is the first of a kind. Driven by the desire to innovate. Created by an Ex Chief Data Officer who's been in your shoes.
Customer driven
We strive to give our customers better value, more value from data and AI, and to transfer our knowledge and expertise to make them succesful.
Our Story
The VALSTR Story & Philosophy
VALSTR was born from the conviction that organisations deserve a better way to realise value from their data and AI investments.
Founder Expertise
Founded by one of Europe's most experienced Chief Data Officers with a history of industry transformation across 18+ industries.
Systemised Framework
VALSTR systemises principles and frameworks to consistently deliver value from data and AI investments - replacing ad-hoc approaches with repeatable systems.
Empowerment Philosophy
VALSTR empowers organisations to build internal capabilities, increasing internal data and AI Expertise that's repeatable and drives more value.
Continuous Evolution
VALSTR adapts to global data and AI leaders' needs, regulatory changes, and technological advancements - ensuring the platform always reflects current best practices.
Our Journey
Key milestones
VALSTR founded by Simon Asplen-Taylor after 20+ years as a leading Chief Data Officer, and the UK's first Chief Data Officer
The VALSTR Platform methodology codified from hundreds of Data, Analytics and AI consulting engagements across 18+ industries
The VALSTR Platform development begins - the world's first platform for Driving Clarity, Alignment, and Value in Data & AI
Seed funding secured to scale platform development and go-to-market strategy
Platform launch - Platform MVP launched at Big Data London
Platform live and delivering measurable value to customers