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Pfizer swaps out ETL for data virtualization tools
When a research and development division of pharmaceutical maker Pfizer Inc. ran into data integration struggles, it decided to go virtual. Case study
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Decision time: Automated data integration tools versus manual coding
In many companies, data integration remains a manual task -- by choice. But it might be time to automate that process, says consultant Rick Sherman. Q&A
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Quiz: Developing a data integration strategy and evaluating options
After you watch our interactive classroom videos on data integration options and considerations, take this short quiz to test your integration IQ. Quiz
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Data virtualisation on rise as ETL alternative for data integration
The Phone House and Novartis have turned to data virtualisation from Denodo and Composite to gain a single logical view of disparate data sources. Feature
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A guide to cloud data management technology and trends
This guide is designed to provide readers with practical information and advice on trends, issues and developments involving cloud database, data warehousing and data integration technology.
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Using logical data models for data integration modeling
Learn about using logical data models for data integration modeling. Get an overview of using a target-based data integration design technique. Book excerpt
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Data integration tools for developing data integration models
Learn about data integration tools for developing data integration models. Learn the difference between physical and logical data models and quiz your data integration knowledge. Book excerpt
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Structuring data integration models and data integration architecture
Get tips on structuring data integration models and data integration architecture. Learn how to build a business case for data integration modeling and leverage process modeling. Book excerpt
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Top eight data and application integration definitions and buzzwords
Get the top data and application integration definitions, terms, buzzwords and concepts in this guide. Also, find links to helpful integration tutorials, training, articles and expert advice. Top Buzzwords
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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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Adjust to the cloud: SaaS data integration steps out into the light
Data management professionals must be ready to support the integration of SaaS data as business units sprint toward cloud-based software delivery. Talking Data | 20 Mar 2013
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Informatica looks up, despite down year in 2012
TechTarget's Wayne Eckerson reflects on Informatica after briefings with company execs. His take: It's poised to join the ranks of elite vendors. Blog Post | 08 Mar 2013
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IT pros reveal benefits, drawbacks of data virtualization software
Attendees at Composite Software's Data Virtualization Day conference had plenty of advice for companies considering a data virtualization project. Conference Coverage | 11 Oct 2012
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Talend: Guerrilla marketing can add momentum to data management plans
Talend product marketing exec and book author Steve Sarsfield offers tips on how to build a convincing business case for data management projects. News | 10 Jul 2012
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As data demands speed up, information management tools pave road ahead
New research shows data virtualization, data governance and master data management initiatives provide higher levels of satisfaction with data quality and data integration. News | 15 May 2012
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BI data integration process challenged by real-time needs, 'big data'
User demands for faster access to business intelligence data and the rise of "big data" analytics are complicating data integration for BI systems. News | 02 May 2012
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IBM adds Vivisimo to its 'big data' management arsenal
IBM announced plans to acquire data discovery vendor Vivisimo amid a busy week of "big data" news from around the Web. News | 26 Apr 2012
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Medical academy implements data integration software in a hurry
Ultimate Medical Academy's CIO tells how the health care training school used new integration tools to quickly link Oracle and SQL Server systems. News | 29 Mar 2012
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State Street chief scientist sees a big future in semantic databases
Semantic databases will revolutionize the process of assessing risk exposure at financial services firms, according to the chief scientist at State Street Corp. Q&A | 13 Mar 2012
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Talend and Hortonworks strike Hadoop deal at Strata Conference
Open source data integration player Talend is getting into the Hadoop game; and more news from this week’s O’Reilly Strata Conference. News | 02 Mar 2012
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Misconceptions holding back use of data integration tools
Integration software has matured in recent years, but consultant Rick Sherman writes that many IT managers aren't aware of the increased capabilities. Analysis
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Understanding the latest data integration strategies and technologies
Learn about new data integration strategies and technologies that can improve data integration for enterprise IT and departmental data in your organization. Tip
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Understanding key data integration trends and business drivers
New data integration trends are shaping integration projects at many organizations. Find out about important data integration business drivers in this article by Rick Sherman. Tip
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How change data capture (CDC) and data federation differ
Learn the difference between change data capture (CDC) and data federation. Find out how companies can use both data integration technologies to improve data warehouse systems. Answer
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Are the data quality issues worse in real-time data integration apps?
Find out if real-time data integration applications has more data quality issues than other approaches. Also, see if real-time or near-real-time integration are really useful. Answer
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How enterprise information management (EIM) differs from ECM
Learn how enterprise information management (EIM) differs from enterprise content management (ECM) and unstructured data management as a data management technology category. 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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Key steps for developing an enterprise information management strategy
Here you’ll find 12 expert tips on developing an enterprise information management strategy and roadmap for your company. Use the EIM strategy development advice to get started. Answer
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How do operational data integration and analytical integration differ?
Get a definition of operational data integration, plus learn how it differs from analytical data integration and find out if you should implement both styles. Ask the Expert
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Four common data integration issues and challenges
Embarking on a data integration project? Make sure you know common data integration issues and challenges before beginning your next integration implementation. Ask the Expert
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Best practices for planning a data integration process
Planning a data integration process? Learn about standard integration methods and data integration best practices to help integrate new data or systems successfully. Ask the Expert
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Handling project management issues for a proprietary ownership conflict
Project management issues are common but some are worse than others. When a system configuration team refuses to hand over code find out if there's anything the project manager can do to resolve the issue. Ask the Expert
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data virtualization
Data virtualization is an umbrella term used to describe any approach to data management that allows an application to retrieve and manipulate data without needing to know any technical details about the data such as how it is formatted or where it i... Definition
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Top six data management software stories of 2011
From the rise of "big data" to office politics hampering MDM projects to Hewlett-Packard giving Neoview the ax, and more, there were plenty of notable data management stories in 2011. Photo Story
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Pfizer's Michael Linhares talks about data virtualization software
In a video interview, Michael Linhares, a research fellow with pharmaceutical giant Pfizer Inc., discusses his experiences with data virtualization software. 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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Adjust to the cloud: SaaS data integration steps out into the light
Data management professionals must be ready to support the integration of SaaS data as business units sprint toward cloud-based software delivery. Talking Data
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Informatica looks up, despite down year in 2012
TechTarget's Wayne Eckerson reflects on Informatica after briefings with company execs. His take: It's poised to join the ranks of elite vendors. Blog Post
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Pfizer swaps out ETL for data virtualization tools
When a research and development division of pharmaceutical maker Pfizer Inc. ran into data integration struggles, it decided to go virtual. Case study
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IT pros reveal benefits, drawbacks of data virtualization software
Attendees at Composite Software's Data Virtualization Day conference had plenty of advice for companies considering a data virtualization project. Conference Coverage
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Misconceptions holding back use of data integration tools
Integration software has matured in recent years, but consultant Rick Sherman writes that many IT managers aren't aware of the increased capabilities. Analysis
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Decision time: Automated data integration tools versus manual coding
In many companies, data integration remains a manual task -- by choice. But it might be time to automate that process, says consultant Rick Sherman. Q&A
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Quiz: Developing a data integration strategy and evaluating options
After you watch our interactive classroom videos on data integration options and considerations, take this short quiz to test your integration IQ. Quiz
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Talend: Guerrilla marketing can add momentum to data management plans
Talend product marketing exec and book author Steve Sarsfield offers tips on how to build a convincing business case for data management projects. News
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Data virtualisation on rise as ETL alternative for data integration
The Phone House and Novartis have turned to data virtualisation from Denodo and Composite to gain a single logical view of disparate data sources. Feature
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As data demands speed up, information management tools pave road ahead
New research shows data virtualization, data governance and master data management initiatives provide higher levels of satisfaction with data quality and data integration. News
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About Data virtualization and data federation
Start here to learn about and stay up to date on data virtualization, a data integration technology that is also referred to as data federation and enterprise information integration (EII). Organizations can use a data virtualization layer to integrate operational data stored in different systems or as an alternative to building an enterprise data warehouse for business intelligence applications. In this section, you’ll find news stories, case studies and other information resources on data virtualization software and data virtualization vendors. Also, get expert advice on choosing, implementing and using data virtualization tools and managing virtualized data. Read case studies and feature articles on best practices for leveraging data virtualization technology.