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'Big data' applications bring new database choices, challenges
The dormitory world of databases has been roused from slumber by “big data” and associated technologies: MapReduce, Hadoop, MPP, NoSQL. Andy Hayler details big data’s impact and the issues it raises. Column
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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. null
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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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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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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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Designing an MDM project plan
Master data management (MDM) projects require enterprise buy-in and participation in order to be successful. In this chapter, learn how to identify the people in the organization that can benefit from MDM and how to assemble an MDM project team. Disc... Chapter Download
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Promise, perils flow in wide river of the data management process
Life would be a lot easier for data management pros if they could specialize in individual aspects of the process of managing information. But for many, that's not happening anytime soon. From the Editors | 30 Apr 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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Master data governance tools needed to seal MDM, data governance gap
Master data management and information governance are intertwined as business disciplines in theory but disconnected in practice. New master data governance tools are emerging to seal the gap. Feature | 17 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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Cross-country odyssey points way to data management best practices
A trip to two conferences on opposite sides of the U.S. yielded tips and advice from IT professionals and consultants on implementing effective data management processes. From the Editors | 30 Mar 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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Enterprise software procurement done right can save companies millions
Software procurement is frequently poorly conducted, argues consultant Andy Hayler. Intelligent software evaluation processes and savvy contract management can pay huge dividends, he says. News | 13 Mar 2012
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BPM, MDM called on to marry to deliver blissful customer experience
Forrester’s Clay Richardson speaks on aligning process and data for “customer process transformation.” MDM and BPM pros need to come together to heal “splintered” world of corporate IT. News | 10 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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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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Do you need to gather business requirements for MDM projects?
Do you need to gather business requirements for an MDM project? Find out and learn how functional requirements are the key difference between the MDM and BI development processes. 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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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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Can we launch a data governance project without adopting MDM?
Is it a good idea to launch a data governance project without the help of a master data management (MDM) initiative? See what our MDM expert has to say about that. 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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master data
Master data is the core data that is essential to operations in a specific business or business unit. Definition
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master data management (MDM)
Master data management (MDM) is a comprehensive method of enabling an enterprise to link all of its critical data to one file, called a master file, that provides a common point of reference... (Continued) Definition
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data management
Data management is the development and execution of architectures, policies, practices and procedures in order to manage the information lifecycle needs of an enterprise in an effective manner. 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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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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Tips for a master data management (MDM) requirements gathering process
Embarking on a master data management (MDM) project? Get an expert's tips for the MDM requirements gathering process and ensure MDM implementation success. Podcast
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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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Data models serve as blueprint for business intelligence, master data management projects
No business intelligence or master data management initiative should start without a well-designed data model to guide the project. Podcasts
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Best practices for data management system implementations
Find data management system implementations best practices in this podcast, including how to design an implementation plan and get advice from a project management expert on how to be successful with an implementation. Podcast
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How to get started with master data management
Forrester Research's Rob Karel reveals his tips for starting a master data management (MDM) initiative, including how and when to start evaluating vendors. Podcast
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Data management pros get career advice from new guide
Deborah Henderson, DAMA Foundation vice president, talks about the soon-to-be-released Data Management Body of Knowledge Guide and how it can help guide your data management career. Podcast
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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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Selling your boss on master data management
A successful business case for master data management relies on tying the initiative to specific, strategic business objectives, according to Forrester Research. Podcasts
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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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Promise, perils flow in wide river of the data management process
Life would be a lot easier for data management pros if they could specialize in individual aspects of the process of managing information. But for many, that's not happening anytime soon. From the Editors
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master data
Master data is the core data that is essential to operations in a specific business or business unit. Definition
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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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'Big data' applications bring new database choices, challenges
The dormitory world of databases has been roused from slumber by “big data” and associated technologies: MapReduce, Hadoop, MPP, NoSQL. Andy Hayler details big data’s impact and the issues it raises. Column
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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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Master data governance tools needed to seal MDM, data governance gap
Master data management and information governance are intertwined as business disciplines in theory but disconnected in practice. New master data governance tools are emerging to seal the gap. Feature
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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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Cross-country odyssey points way to data management best practices
A trip to two conferences on opposite sides of the U.S. yielded tips and advice from IT professionals and consultants on implementing effective data management processes. From the Editors
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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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About MDM best practices
Master data management (MDM) has a lot of promise, but it still presents many technical and organizational challenges for many organizations. Find out the latest MDM best practices, read master data management (MDM) case studies or ask our expert panel for MDM advice. Find out how companies use MDM practices like product information management (PIM) to manage catalogs or customer data integration (CDI) to reduce churn and improve customer service. And, find resources on related disciplines such as data governance for master data management projects, data quality management and enterprise data integration.