That old saying “knowledge is power” is one that all of us are very familiar with, whether it’s from work, school, or life. Gaining that insight or competitive edge by accessing and consuming information can help everyone make better-informed opinions and decisions and improve potential outcomes. But as more and more data is saved and […]
Information Management Trends Arming Organizations for Resilience in 2022
If the last year has taught us anything, it’s that the only thing we can certainly predict for 2022 is uncertainty. Businesses are still recovering from the effects of the pandemic and learning to adapt to this work-from-anywhere world. As business leaders recognize that preparing for continuous change can no longer take a backseat, responsiveness […]
OpenText Secures Digital Transformation Across the Intelligent and Connected Enterprise
by Angela Guess According to a new press release, “OpenText, the global leader in Enterprise Information Management (EIM), today announced OpenText Release 16 Enhancement Pack 4 (EP4). This release further extends security, artificial intelligence (AI), the internet of things (IoT), and cloud support into the market-leading OpenText EIM platform. ‘The world’s leading organizations use the OpenText […]
Information Management Survey 2018: Knowledge Engineering at the Core of Cognitive Applications
by Angela Guess According to a new press release, “The Semantic Web Company, Mekon and Enterprise Knowledge conducted an Information Management Survey for practitioners that provides new insights into the current status of this highly diverse technology field. Knowledge engineering is an integral part of the development process of cognitive applications and artificial intelligence. 67% […]
EnterWorks Evolves Technology Platform for Shared Information Across National Level Command
by Angela Guess According to a recent press release, “EnterWorks, a leading provider of Master Data Management (MDM) and Product Information Management (PIM) solutions, today offers a single view of content essential for companies such as US Foods, Restoration Hardware, and Publishers Clearing House, to tailor data for specific audiences and create personalized commerce experiences. […]
Case Study: Five Components to a Successful Data Stewardship Program
The Ministry of Children and Youth Services for Government of Ontario, Canada, provides services to 17 million children and youth across an area the size of Montana and Texas combined. The Ministry collects a great deal of data about those services, the children and youth who access them: “Like many organizations, we’ve struggled with inventorying, […]
Druva Drives Cloud-First Movement; Unveils Comprehensive Information Management Platform
by Angela Guess According to a recent press release, “Druva, the leader in cloud data protection and information management, today unveiled its new platform, furthering the movement toward a full enterprise cloud-first ecosystem. The Druva Cloud Platform solves the increasing data risks posed by the continued fragmentation and growth of data, while accelerating the overall […]
The Data-Information-Knowledge Cycle
Data Management is a very lexically challenged discipline. A major part of that lexical challenge is the terms “data,” “information,” and “knowledge.” These three terms are often misused, abused, and used interchangeably to the point that their real meaning is often unclear. These three terms must be formally defined – in order to create a […]