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Conceptual vs. Logical vs. Physical Data Modeling

Businesses face lightning-fast and massive data growth “at a time when analytical capabilities cannot even come close to meeting them,” said Dr. Peter Aiken at his recent Data-Ed webinar, “Conceptual vs. Logical vs. Physical Data Modeling.” An acknowledged Data Management authority and president of DAMA International, Aiken explained that a lack of understanding and documentation of a company’s Data […]

Data Observability Use Cases

“Data observability” can be described as the practice of monitoring the “health and state” of data pipelines in your system. This practice encompasses some technologies and activities that enable business operators to identify, examine, and solve data-related problems in near real time. Though organizations rely heavily on accurate and reliable data to make informed decisions, […]

Master Data Management Tools

Master data management uses a combination of tools and business processes to ensure the organization’s master data is complete, accurate, and consistent. Master data describes all the “relatively stable” data that is critical for operating the business. This includes semi-permanent information about products, locations, employees, customers, etc. For example, if a specific customer purchases several products […]

Building a Strong Community for Women in Data Management and Governance

In September, I had the privilege of co-hosting a new special interest group (SIG), Women in Data Management and Governance, alongside DATAVERSITY’s Shannon Kempe, at a pre-conference Enterprise Data World (EDW) event. I’m so honored to be part of building this community and to better serve a critical and growing constituency in our industry.  Supporting the growth of […]

What Are Data Sharing Agreements and Why Are They Important?

Data sharing agreements play a crucial role in today’s interconnected world as global organizations depend on the quick sharing of information for efficient business outcomes. In the simplest terms, data sharing agreements outline the conditions under which data may be shared between parties, with full attention to confidentiality and legal compliance. Legal Requirements and Confidentiality  […]