August 2008

• August 26, 2008 26 Aug'08

  IBM DB2 9 Fundamentals certification (Exam 730): Sample questions about tables, Part 7

  Trying to pass the IBM DB2 9 certification exam? Answer these sample questions about tables, taken from the real exam study guide, to get a step ahead.  Continue Reading

• August 26, 2008 26 Aug'08

  Automating Sarbanes-Oxley compliance: Understanding SOX software

  The Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance software market can be confusing, with a variety of technology choices. Find out more about choosing and implementing SOX software.  Continue Reading

• August 25, 2008 25 Aug'08

  Three data warehouse project management metrics

  Data warehouse project management requires careful planning. So learn three data warehouse project management metrics that just might make things run smoother.  Continue Reading

• August 21, 2008 21 Aug'08

  Data correction

  David Loshin suggests instituting some straightforward controls over data correction to prevent arbitrary modifications to customer data.  Continue Reading

• August 20, 2008 20 Aug'08

  Before buying product information management (PIM) software, think master data management (MDM)

  Buying product information management (PIM) software requires consideration of master data management (MDM) requirements. Learn more from a PIM/MDM expert.  Continue Reading

• August 20, 2008 20 Aug'08

  Who should manage a master data management (MDM) software implementation?

  Determining who should manage a master data management (MDM) software implementation can be tough. Find out how to approach an MDM implementation, from an expert.  Continue Reading

• August 19, 2008 19 Aug'08

  Governance, risk and compliance software trends and best practices

  The emerging market for governance, risk and compliance (GRC) software can be difficult to understand and navigate. Learn key trends and best practices from a leading expert.  Continue Reading

• August 15, 2008 15 Aug'08

  Understanding the benefits of product information management software

  There are benefits of product information management (PIM) software -- if you identify what problems need solving, according to an expert.  Continue Reading

• August 14, 2008 14 Aug'08

  Passive indexes

  The standard practices of information management that sufficed in an earlier day and age often do not apply to archival data.  Continue Reading

• August 13, 2008 13 Aug'08

  Data Quality: A Perspective from Data Examiners of a Financial Regulator

  Regulators are shifting toward a more comprehensive view when evaluating an institution's data quality. This article explores begins to lay out a framework for evaluating data quality at regulated institutions.  Continue Reading

• August 06, 2008 06 Aug'08

  Gartner ranks IBM, Oracle tops in master data management for customer data

  Master data management for customer data software continues to mature, making it safe and dependable enough for mainstream early adopters, according to Gartner.  Continue Reading

• August 01, 2008 01 Aug'08

  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)  Continue Reading