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An introduction to enterprise architecture framework and MDM patterns
Get an introduction to enterprise architecture framework and MDM enterprise architecture patterns. Learn about MDM framework concepts and a definition of SOA. Book excerpt
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MDM design, MDM deployment options and MDM hierarchy
Learn about master data management (MDM) design and MDM deployment options. Read about different styles of MDM architecture, MDM hierarchy management and master data dimensions. Book excerpt
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MDM and SOA: An introduction to SOA and the benefits of SOA
Learn about MDM and SOA and how they relate. Read an introduction to SOA and learn about the benefits of SOA in this master data management and data governance book excerpt. Book excerpt
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The evolution of MDM architecture
Find out how MDM architecture has changed over the years and gain insight on architectural considerations to take into account when planning an MDM program and system. Book excerpt
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Buyer’s Guide: Choosing and understanding MDM software
Read up on master data and master data management, plus get expert advice on choosing MDM software and tools and what to look for in an MDM product or service. Buyer's Guide
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Master Data Management (MDM) Platform Product Directory
This MDM software product directory provides information about major MDM, PIM and CDI vendors that can help improve MDM in your organization, as well as expertise advice on choosing the right MDM tool. Product directory
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Top 13 master data management (MDM) buzzwords and definitions
Get the top master data management (MDM) terms, definitions and concepts and learn how MDM can improve your enterprise data. Also get links to useful MDM tutorials, training, video, podcasts and articles. Top Buzzwords
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Getting started with a customer data integration implementation
Get advice for starting a customer data integration (CDI) implementation and learn best practices for success, from CDI expert Evan Levy. Data management videocast
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Enterprise data integration quiz
Take this enterprise data integration quiz to test your knowledge of data integration terms, trends and technologies. Quiz
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MDM-CDI project implementation guidelines
This chapter excerpt deals with the practical aspects of implementing MDM-CDI solutions as complex, multidisciplinary, enterprise-wide projects or programs. Implementing MDM-CDI solutions requires an approach that may be even broader than a single pr... Book Chapter
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Gartner Magic Quadrant: Customer MDM market maturing despite confusion
This year's Magic Quadrant for customer MDM software reveals a market nearing maturity, yet still brimming with diverse products and vendors. News | 18 Dec 2012
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Zornes connects the dots between big data and master data management
In an interview, consultant Aaron Zornes explains why he thinks master data management processes and pools of big data were made for one another. Conference Preview | 12 Oct 2012
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Grainger chooses Stibo product information management over Pindar, SAP
Industrial supply behemoth Grainger Inc. says change management is one of the more difficult challenges associated with PIM projects. Case Study | 24 Jul 2012
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Zornes: MDM software vendors struggling with data governance
Master data management vendors and practitioners face some difficulties in linking MDM and data governance initiatives, consultant Aaron Zornes says. News | 03 Jul 2012
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Intel offers up a 'silver bullet' master data management strategy
An IT manager at Intel Corp. sums up the chip maker's approach to managing master data in four words: Standardize, consolidate, optimize and utilize. News | 25 Apr 2012
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Gartner explains how to reach the next level of MDM maturity
Gartner MDM Summit attendees got advice on how to launch, expand and reinvigorate their master data management programs for better data consistency. News | 18 Apr 2012
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'Big data' will have a big impact on MDM strategy, Gartner says
The growth of "big data," as well as social media and cloud computing, must be factored into master data management strategies, according to Gartner. News | 12 Apr 2012
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Zornes: Master data governance will fuse MDM to BPM
Master data governance tools are emerging to aid the orchestration of MDM and BPM, according to MDM expert Aaron Zornes. “Big data” is a distraction from the business basics of MDM, he says. News | 26 Mar 2012
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TDWI Solution Summit speakers share MDM best practices
TDWI Solution Summit speakers gathered last week to exchange MDM best practices and data governance tips. News | 15 Mar 2012
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TDWI Solution Summit: Business users increasingly driving MDM projects
Attendees and speakers at a TDWI event in Savannah, Ga., said that more business execs are pushing for master data management, even if they don’t realize that MDM is what they want. Conference Coverage | 09 Mar 2012
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Enterprise data integration software: EDI definitions you need to know
Get concise definitions of enterprise data integration (EDI) software terms -- including customer data integration (CDI), enterprise information integration (EII), enterprise application integration (EAI), master data management (MDM), service orient... Tip
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What are the most common MDM project pitfalls to avoid?
Learn about the most common master data management (MDM) project pitfalls that companies run into. Get a list of the major problems that can hold back an MDM program. Answer
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What’s the best way to conduct an MDM implementation?
Is it better for companies to go with an enterprise-wide master data management (MDM) implementation or deploy MDM departmentally? Find out which approach our MDM expert prefers. Answer
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What ever happened to PIM and CDI software?
There’s a lot of talk about master data management but not so much about CDI and PIM. Find out what happened to those MDM-related technologies. Answer
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Should pharmaceutical companies invest in MDM services and software?
Find out if pharmaceutical companies should invest in MDM services and MDM software and how health science companies should manage their MDM programs. Answer
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Public-sector case studies: Building a strong MDM business case
How are government agencies implementing MDM and CDI? Learn about some public-sector case studies and why you should design a strong MDM business case. Ask the Expert
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Six criteria for master data management (MDM) tool evaluation
Starting to evaluate MDM tools and software? Know what six areas you should look at to make sure you choose the best vendor and tool for your business needs. Ask the Expert
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What's the cost of developing PIM software internally vs. externally?
Find out the cost of developing PIM software internally compared to externally and other important factors you should consider when implementing PIM tools. Ask the Expert
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Tips for planning a data governance strategy and MDM strategy
Read a data governance definition, learn about data governance and MDM and how data governance strategy plays an important role in master data management (MDM) strategy. Ask the Expert
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Tips for the MDM evaluation process and vendor selection
Discover tips for the MDM evaluation process, including how to evaluate data warehouse vendors vs. more general-purpose MDM vendors, in this Q/A. Ask the Expert
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Designing the MDM team for an SAP MDM implementation project
Get tips for creating an MDM team for an SAP MDM implementation project, including how to staff positions like MDM project managers, MDM administrators and developers, in this Q/A. Ask the Expert
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Evaluating and selecting a master data management (MDM) vendor
Learn how to compare and select a master data management (MDM) vendor. Hear about common MDM mistakes, how to write a streamlined vendor request for proposal (RFP) and how to evaluate customer reference letters. Podcast
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Getting started with a customer data integration implementation
Get advice for starting a customer data integration (CDI) implementation and learn best practices for success, from CDI expert Evan Levy. Video
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Master data management gets high ratings from Nielsen (case study)
Nielsen's huge databases of ratings and marketing information mean master data management challenges, but the project promises profits from commercializing a service. (case study) Podcast
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Master data management deployment experiences inspire MDM user group
During a successful customer data integration and master data management project at R.R. Donnelley, senior architect Scott Lee helped form an international MDM user group. Podcast
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Understanding master data management (MDM) implementation styles
Rick Sherman explains the three styles of master data management (MDM) -- operational, analytical and enterprise - and how to select a style and get started. Podcast
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'MDM and CDI for a Global Enterprise' authors discuss trends, ROI
Alex Berson and Larry Dubov, authors of Master Data Management and Customer Data Integration for a Global Enterprise, discuss trends, ROI and costly mistakes in this podcast. Podcasts
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Enterprise data integration software basics, with expert Rick Sherman
The alphabet soup of data integration technologies -- ETL, EAI, EII, EIM, SOA and others -- are more confusing than ever. Our latest podcast gives an overview of basic technologies used for data integration projects. Podcasts
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Customer data integration (CDI) basics, with expert Jill Dyché
In our inaugural podcast, we explore customer data integration (CDI) basics, from the technology to the business considerations, with CDI expert Jill Dyché. Podcasts
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Gartner Magic Quadrant: Customer MDM market maturing despite confusion
This year's Magic Quadrant for customer MDM software reveals a market nearing maturity, yet still brimming with diverse products and vendors. News
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Zornes connects the dots between big data and master data management
In an interview, consultant Aaron Zornes explains why he thinks master data management processes and pools of big data were made for one another. Conference Preview
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Grainger chooses Stibo product information management over Pindar, SAP
Industrial supply behemoth Grainger Inc. says change management is one of the more difficult challenges associated with PIM projects. Case Study
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Zornes: MDM software vendors struggling with data governance
Master data management vendors and practitioners face some difficulties in linking MDM and data governance initiatives, consultant Aaron Zornes says. News
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Intel offers up a 'silver bullet' master data management strategy
An IT manager at Intel Corp. sums up the chip maker's approach to managing master data in four words: Standardize, consolidate, optimize and utilize. News
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Gartner explains how to reach the next level of MDM maturity
Gartner MDM Summit attendees got advice on how to launch, expand and reinvigorate their master data management programs for better data consistency. News
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'Big data' will have a big impact on MDM strategy, Gartner says
The growth of "big data," as well as social media and cloud computing, must be factored into master data management strategies, according to Gartner. News
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Zornes: Master data governance will fuse MDM to BPM
Master data governance tools are emerging to aid the orchestration of MDM and BPM, according to MDM expert Aaron Zornes. “Big data” is a distraction from the business basics of MDM, he says. News
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TDWI Solution Summit speakers share MDM best practices
TDWI Solution Summit speakers gathered last week to exchange MDM best practices and data governance tips. News
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TDWI Solution Summit: Business users increasingly driving MDM projects
Attendees and speakers at a TDWI event in Savannah, Ga., said that more business execs are pushing for master data management, even if they don’t realize that MDM is what they want. Conference Coverage
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About Customer data integration software
Ready to get closer to a "single view of the customer" with customer data integration (CDI) software and techniques? Find many resources, including articles on customer data integration market trends, book excerpts, expert interviews and industry events. Read analyst research studies that rank the best customer data integration (CDI) software vendors and get expert advice for CDI project planning. Also, get real-world best practices from case studies describing customer data integration implementations across a variety of industries. And, don't forget to check out our resources and information on related disciplines such as master data management (MDM), product information management (PIM), data quality management, data governance and data integration.