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Big data and master data management more coupled than expected
Master data management provides the dimensions for big data facts, as a slew of big data projects highlight a link to data governance and quality Opinion
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Data quality essential to master data management
It is possible to have a data quality initiative without master data management, but every MDM project must have a data quality element Column
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Irish dairy exporter plots expansion with data matching
Irish Dairy Board aims to match consumer preferences with the dairy produce of farmers and processors. Aligning data from multiple sources is critical if data matching is to sub-serve export growth Feature
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Build consensus on MDM programme goals to boost chances of success
Advice on how to build political consensus for successful MDM initiatives, distilled from Jim Mortleman's fieldwork for SearchDataManagement.co.UK. Common advice uncommonly gathered. Feature
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Business focus vital for effective master data management strategy
To be successful, a master data management programme must be designed from the outset with business objectives foremost in mind. Get advice on how to build a business-trained MDM strategy. Feature
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'Big data' MDM processes key to finding business value in new info
Big data MDM projects encounter a green field in the form of social media. And all big data is enterprise data, by definition. Business leaders will look to IT to derive serious business value. Feature
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MDM technology still affords chance to make poor software choices
The MDM market is not so mature that bad choices are difficult to make. Beware the hype of multi domain, and don't expect technology to solve governance problems, in isolation. Feature
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IT in Europe e-zine: Data Management & BI Edition
The benefits of effective data management and business intelligence are many; so are the challenges. Get practical information and advice on data management & BI strategies in the IT in Europe ezine. e-zine
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Master data management ‘crosses the chasm’ as corporates sharpen focus
Master data management programmes are gathering pace in corporate organisations as they try to get more business value from data. Feature
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Gain a single view of your customer
Gaining a single customer view is both a regulatory imperative and good for business, at least when joined up with business intelligence. Bloor’s Philip Howard describes the benefits of SCV, especially for financial services, and tells you how to get... Analyst advice
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B2B data integration offers bigger bang than big data, says Freeform Dynamics
Business-to-business data integration “could do better” as British and Dutch firms over-rely on manual process, says Freeform Dynamics study. News | 27 Sep 2012
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Network Rail selects Informatica MDM platform for whole-system view
Network Rail chose Informatica for the MDM stage of its change programme, aimed at reducing costs by 30% by 2019. Its Orbis unit is working with Capgemini on an eight-year asset information effort. News | 04 Jul 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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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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MDM tools stealthily move forward in the shade of big data
Master data management is a business discipline that transcends technology. But what are the advanced and emerging technologies that subtend MDM? Aaron Zornes quizzed; Volvo profiled. Feature | 17 Feb 2012
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Gartner: Address economy, compliance with information governance, MDM
IT leaders need to get information governance right if MDM is to help cut costs, stoke productivity and mitigate risk, according to Gartner on the eve of the MDM summit. News | 08 Feb 2012
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Deloitte spots analytics trends, ethics and open data
Deloitte identifies four analytics trends: an increased focus on ethics, the rise of open data, new business models and a refusal to do analytics for its own sake. News | 23 Jan 2012
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Time to tame data architecture complexity, but task is tough
Data architecture is close to a misnomer. Complex corporations are striated by applications, beset by politics. Service buses, data governance programmes offer remedies, but don't underestimate task. Analysis
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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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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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Big data and master data management more coupled than expected
Master data management provides the dimensions for big data facts, as a slew of big data projects highlight a link to data governance and quality Opinion
-
Data quality essential to master data management
It is possible to have a data quality initiative without master data management, but every MDM project must have a data quality element Column
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B2B data integration offers bigger bang than big data, says Freeform Dynamics
Business-to-business data integration “could do better” as British and Dutch firms over-rely on manual process, says Freeform Dynamics study. News
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Irish dairy exporter plots expansion with data matching
Irish Dairy Board aims to match consumer preferences with the dairy produce of farmers and processors. Aligning data from multiple sources is critical if data matching is to sub-serve export growth Feature
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Build consensus on MDM programme goals to boost chances of success
Advice on how to build political consensus for successful MDM initiatives, distilled from Jim Mortleman's fieldwork for SearchDataManagement.co.UK. Common advice uncommonly gathered. Feature
-
Business focus vital for effective master data management strategy
To be successful, a master data management programme must be designed from the outset with business objectives foremost in mind. Get advice on how to build a business-trained MDM strategy. Feature
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Time to tame data architecture complexity, but task is tough
Data architecture is close to a misnomer. Complex corporations are striated by applications, beset by politics. Service buses, data governance programmes offer remedies, but don't underestimate task. Analysis
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Network Rail selects Informatica MDM platform for whole-system view
Network Rail chose Informatica for the MDM stage of its change programme, aimed at reducing costs by 30% by 2019. Its Orbis unit is working with Capgemini on an eight-year asset information effort. News
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'Big data' MDM processes key to finding business value in new info
Big data MDM projects encounter a green field in the form of social media. And all big data is enterprise data, by definition. Business leaders will look to IT to derive serious business value. Feature
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MDM technology still affords chance to make poor software choices
The MDM market is not so mature that bad choices are difficult to make. Beware the hype of multi domain, and don't expect technology to solve governance problems, in isolation. Feature
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About Master data management (MDM) systems
Organisations can get a better view and understanding of their data with the help of master data management (MDM) systems. In this section, you’ll find valuable information on MDM hubs and other master data management software. Learn about the latest master data management products released by emerging and top MDM vendors. Get best-practices advice on choosing a master data management service or solution, building a business case for MDM and managing MDM tools. Also, find out how related MDM concepts and technology such as customer data integration (CDI) and product information management (PIM) software may be able to help your business lower customer churn and improve customer service.