Reading Larry Burns’ “Data Model Storytelling” (TechnicsPub.com, 2021) was a really good experience for a guy like me (i.e., someone who thinks that data models are narratives). I agree with Larry on so many things. However, this post is not a review of Larry’s book. Read it for yourself – highly recommended. Reading it triggered […]
Why It’s Time for Cloud-Native MDM
The second wave of interest for a Master Data Management (MDM) solution is here. Are you thinking of implementing a new MDM or replacing your existing MDM solution? There are some dos and don’ts when designing your next MDM solution. In this article, we will share a few key considerations based on the current trends, technology […]
Knowledge Graphs for Robust Data Governance
More data, more sources, more conflicts. More self-service reporting, more cross-functional analytics, more government and industry regulations. Without a way to govern all the data in their possession, businesses are not going to do well at creating reports or dashboards or building data consensus across departments. Nor will they feel confident that they’re not missing […]
What Is a Knowledge Graph?
A knowledge graph, which can be considered a type of ontology, depicts “knowledge in terms of entities and their relationships,” according to GitHub. An example of a knowledge graph is shown below. Knowledge graphs developed from the need to do something with or act upon information based on context. For example, knowledge graphs help identify […]
Knowledge Graphs, Ontologies, and AI
This past fall, all aspects of the computable knowledge structure KBpedia – its upper ontology (KKO), full knowledge graph, mappings to major leading knowledge bases, and 70 logical concept groupings called typologies – became open source. Making big strides in increasing definitions and mappings has been a main focus of KBpedia v. 1.60. As it always […]
What Is a Property Graph?
A property graph is a type of graph model where relationships not only are connections but also carry a name (type) and some properties. A property graph excels at showing connections among data scattered across diverse Data Architectures and data schemas. They provide a richer view on how data can be modeled over many different […]
Why the Next Generation of Data Management Begins with Data Fabrics
Click to learn more about author Kendall Clark. The mandate for IT to deliver business value has never been stronger. In fact, 76% of executives believe IT must be an active partner in developing business strategy. Agility is key to success here. However, most enterprises are hampered by data strategies that leave teams flat-footed when […]
Maximizing Your Data Fabric’s ROI via Entity Data Modeling
Click to learn more about author Dr. Jans Aasman. Data fabrics are emerging as the most effective means of integrating data throughout the enterprise. They deliver a single access point for all data regardless of location — whether it’s at rest or in motion. Experts agree that data fabrics are the future of data analytics and […]
The Key to Working Smarter, Not Harder, Lies in Plain Sight
Click to learn more about author Nitesh Dudhia. There is a treasure-trove of knowledge that lives in the communications infrastructure of your business. Every day, and in multiple ways, valuable knowledge flows through conversations between employees and customers. Unfortunately, however, most of this mountain of data remains unused and gets buried in archives. Typically, this […]
Generally Accepted Data Modeling Principles
What can data modelers learn from accountants? Accounting is a solidly established practice that the world cannot live without. One of the established guidelines for accountants is called GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the US), and there are similar international setups. You might guess these standards are about rules, but actually, accounting is much […]