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A must to avoid: Worst practices in enterprise data governance
Consultant Rick Sherman details 10 common data governance mistakes that can send governance initiatives down the wrong path – the one to failure. Advice
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How to use the data governance model for business success
In this book excerpt, learn about the seven styles of communications of a data governance body and how to use the data governance model to make your business a success. Chapter Download
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Thirteen causes of enterprise data quality problems
Find out which 13 processes are most likely to cause enterprise data quality management problems, and learn how to deal with them. Book Chapter
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Data governance and data stewardship strategies and best practices
This chapter examines key steps of a generic data governance strategy program as it may apply to the CDI Data Hub and discusses the concept of data stewards and their role in assessing, improving and managing data quality. Book Chapter
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Data governance: Information ownership policies and roles explained
Who owns the data? This chapter defines information ownership boundaries and best practices, and outlines the specific roles and responsibilities of all involved in the battle for data governance. Book Chapter
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Data quality management: Problems and horror stories
Data quality management is not easy, as is evidenced by these true horror stories of data quality gone wrong. Learn from (and wince at) these mistakes to avoid problems with your own data quality projects. Book Chapter
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Top five data management buzzwords
Here you can find clear definitions of the top buzzwords in enterprise data management, including service-oriented architecture (SOA), master data management (MDM), customer data integration (CDI), data governance and compliance. Top five buzzwords
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Data quality issues management
Identifying data quality issues is only the first step in solving them. In this chapter, Jack Olson explains the need for a data quality assurance management system -- one that asesses the impact and causes of poor data quality. Chapter Download
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Data quality assurance
This chapter outlines the basic elements of a data quality assurance program. It focuses on data accuracy, a single dimension of data and information quality. Chapter Download
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Data quality guide
Here you'll find articles, white papers, advice and resources to help you better manage and leverage your company's data. From an introduction to data quality-related terms to understanding the innovations in tools and technology, this is your best r... Learning Guide
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People, process issues offer path to improve data quality on the cheap
An emphasis on educating end users and upgrading internal processes can help enterprises fix data quality problems without dropping a ton of cash, according to analysts. News | 16 May 2012
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Jill Dyché: CEO big data focus good news and bad news for IT
Jill Dyché, a data management expert, sees CEO interest and scepticism as both an opportunity and a threat. Avoid the big data 'gotchas', and don't mistake data warehousing for big data. News | 10 May 2012
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Data governance evangelism at heart of Premier Farnell's global strategy
Data governance lies at the heart of Premier Farnell's globalisation strategy. And the electronics distributor's head of global planning and governance says senior management education comes first. News | 05 Apr 2012
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IBM users reveal five data governance best practices to remember
IBM customers Nationwide Insurance and Cardinal Health reveal five rules of thumb they learned while implementing highly ambitious data governance programs. News | 28 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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Data governance programs expose hills to climb on path to success
IT professionals from Sallie Mae and Fannie Mae offered insight on data governance challenges and tips on how to overcome them in separate sessions at two recent conferences. News | 08 Mar 2012
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Poor reference data management causing headaches in financial sector
Regulatory pressures and the need to improve data quality are forcing financial institutions to rethink their reference data management strategies. News | 13 Feb 2012
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Beta-tester evaluates the latest DataFlux data management software
An enterprise data architect with medical device maker SonoSite offers up details on the newest release of DataFlux’s flagship data management software platform. News | 28 Dec 2011
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From the Editors: Data governance programs taking center stage in 2012
A growing number of companies plan to implement data governance programs within the next year, according to our recent reader survey. Get tips on making the case for your own governance project. From the Editors | 06 Dec 2011
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IBM explains how to make the case for a data governance program in 2012
The director of information governance for IBM’s software group, Sunil Soares, explains how to make the business case for data governance despite ongoing economic concerns. News | 30 Nov 2011
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Data governance success: No pain, no gain
Data governance isn't easy, but it is necessary for success in data-centric projects. Rick Sherman commiserates and offers expert advice for getting started with data governance. Tip
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Data quality management: Follow the doctor's orders
Get expert recommendations for data quality management in business intelligence and data warehousing projects. Tip
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Why data governance projects fail
Expert Rick Sherman discloses the top reasons why 90% of data governance projects are doomed for failure. Read his advice to make sure that your projects are not! Tip
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Rogue data management
Every company or organization has some of its key data assets managed outside of its business systems. While most companies are permeated with "rogue data", this type data is often difficult to find, and even harder to manage. Tip
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Data manager best practices: Dear Santa, I've been a good data management manager
T'was the night before Christmas, when all through the database, guest columnist Rick Sherman was asking Santa to make the world of data management a better place... Tip
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The state of enterprise information management technology use in 2011
Get expert insight on whether there likely will be any strategic shifts during 2011 in how companies use enterprise information management technology. Answer
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Common enterprise information management strategy mistakes to avoid
Learn about four common mistakes that companies make when creating an enterprise information management strategy and starting an EIM program. Answer
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The best way to begin an enterprise information management program
Get expert advice on launching an enterprise information management program and creating an EIM strategy. Answer
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How to get senior execs to buy into a data governance plan
Learn how to get senior management to buy into data governance. Get tips on selling data governance policies and processes to executives who can approve data governance programs. Answer
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Data governance trends for 2011: Scorecards and data governance tools
Learn about emerging data governance trends for 2011, including more use of data governance tools and data quality metrics and scorecards. Find out what’s useful and what’s not. Answer
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Key components of enterprise information management programs
Learn which three components of enterprise information management programs are most important for a successful EIM strategy. Answer
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How to include data governance in an MDM development process
Learn how to include data policies and data governance in a master data management (MDM) development process even if your company doesn’t want to fund data governance. Answer
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Who should own the data governance process and framework?
Find out who should be the primary owner of the data governance process within an organization and what roles or departments should control the data governance framework. Ask the Expert
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Resolving data ownership issues with external funders, organizations
What rights do funders have over data ownership? Get an expert's take on this data ownership issue. The answer might surprise you. Ask the Expert
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Keys to planning an enterprise information management (EIM) initiative
Make sure you know the key factors for an effective enterprise information management initiative. Learn the primary benefit of an EIM system and how EIM can keep information secure. Ask the Expert
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data governance (DG)
Data governance (DG) refers to the overall management of the availability, usability, integrity, and security of the data employed in an enterprise. A sound data governance program includes a governing body or council, a defined set of procedures, an... Definition
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data
In computing, data is information that has been translated into a form that is more convenient to move or process. In other contexts, data has somewhat different meanings. Definition
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Podcast: How to craft an effective MDM strategy
In this podcast interview, Andy Hayler gives advice on how to create and implement an MDM strategy that is ruthlessly focused on business value. Podcast
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Common mistakes that can derail a data governance strategy and program
Learn about the common mistakes companies make in creating, implementing and managing a data governance strategy and program. Video
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Tips on creating a data governance policy, framework for your company
Get expert advice on how to set up and manage a data governance policy and framework. Hear an overview of data governance trends and common roadblocks on data governance programs. Podcast
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The models of data stewardship: how to run a data governance program
At the TDWI World Conference industry experts Jill Dyche and Kimberly Nevala went over their five data stewardship models and discussed how to create a successful data governance process. Video
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Exec explains IBM's Information On Demand (IOD) initiative
Listen to IBM's Steve Mills discuss Big Blue's Information On Demand initiative and why he thinks it's in a better position to help customers than rival Oracle. Podcast
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Creating successful data stewardship programs, with Jill Dyché
Learn how data stewardship fits into data governance and data quality management programs, from Jill Dyché. Podcast
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Data governance: How to get started and find success, featuring Jill Dyché
Data governance, or lack thereof, can make or break many enterprise programs. Learn data governance program success factors and get advice in a podcast with expert Jill Dyché. Podcasts
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How to develop and maintain an enterprise data quality management strategy, with Larry English
Expert Larry English discusses how to develop and maintain a data quality management strategy. Learn how to get started, structure teams, calculate ROI and get executive support. Podcasts
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Data management podcast library
SearchDataManagement.com's growing collection of podcasts features conversations about many aspects of data management, including business intelligence (BI), enterprise data integration (EDI), master data management (MDM), and data quality and govern... Podcasts
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Data quality trends, with expert Larry English
Data quality tools and processes have changed dramatically, so keep up with the latest data quality trends. Renowned expert Larry English provides timely advice for your data quality strategy. Podcasts
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People, process issues offer path to improve data quality on the cheap
An emphasis on educating end users and upgrading internal processes can help enterprises fix data quality problems without dropping a ton of cash, according to analysts. News
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Podcast: How to craft an effective MDM strategy
In this podcast interview, Andy Hayler gives advice on how to create and implement an MDM strategy that is ruthlessly focused on business value. Podcast
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Jill Dyché: CEO big data focus good news and bad news for IT
Jill Dyché, a data management expert, sees CEO interest and scepticism as both an opportunity and a threat. Avoid the big data 'gotchas', and don't mistake data warehousing for big data. News
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Data governance evangelism at heart of Premier Farnell's global strategy
Data governance lies at the heart of Premier Farnell's globalisation strategy. And the electronics distributor's head of global planning and governance says senior management education comes first. News
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IBM users reveal five data governance best practices to remember
IBM customers Nationwide Insurance and Cardinal Health reveal five rules of thumb they learned while implementing highly ambitious data governance programs. 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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Data governance programs expose hills to climb on path to success
IT professionals from Sallie Mae and Fannie Mae offered insight on data governance challenges and tips on how to overcome them in separate sessions at two recent conferences. News
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Poor reference data management causing headaches in financial sector
Regulatory pressures and the need to improve data quality are forcing financial institutions to rethink their reference data management strategies. News
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Beta-tester evaluates the latest DataFlux data management software
An enterprise data architect with medical device maker SonoSite offers up details on the newest release of DataFlux’s flagship data management software platform. News
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From the Editors: Data governance programs taking center stage in 2012
A growing number of companies plan to implement data governance programs within the next year, according to our recent reader survey. Get tips on making the case for your own governance project. From the Editors
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About Data stewardship
Whether you're a long-time data steward, or curious about the answer to the question -- what is data stewardship? -- find many data stewardship resources and tutorials right here. Learn the roles and responsibilities of data stewards and find out the importance of data stewardship in maintaining data quality. And, read data stewardship case studies with best practices and practical advice from end-users.