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May 1 2024
Six Data Quality Dimensions to Get Your Data AI-Ready
If you look at Google Trends, you’ll see that the explosion of searches for generative AI (GenAI) and large language models correlates with the introduction of ChatGPT back in November 2022. GenAI has brought hope and promise for those who have the creativity and innovation to dream big, and many have formulated impressive and pioneering […]


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Author: Allison Connelly

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May 1 2024
The End of Agile – Part 4 (Lessons from Agile)
In my first article, I laid out the basic premise for this series: an examination of how Agile has gone from the darling of the application development community to a virtual pariah that nobody wants to be associated with, and an exploration of the very important question of what we should replace it with. We […]


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Author: Larry Burns

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Apr 17 2024
The End of Agile – Part 3 (What Is Agile Really?)
In the first article, I laid out the basic premise for this series: an examination of how Agile has gone from the darling of the application development community to a virtual pariah that nobody wants to be associated with, and an exploration of the very important question of what we should replace it with. We […]


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Author: Larry Burns

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Apr 17 2024
Data Lifecycle Management: Optimizing Data Storage, Usage, and Disposal
The use of data worldwide for business and recreation has exploded in the last decade, with an estimated 328.77 million terabytes of data created every single day globally. In 2024, experts predict that nearly 120 zettabytes of new data will be created. All of this data creation has also created a substantial storage problem for […]


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Author: Ainsley Lawrence

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Apr 3 2024
The End of Agile – Part 2 (Critiques of Agile)
In the first article, I laid out the basic premise for this series: an examination of how Agile has gone from the darling of the application development community to a virtual pariah that nobody wants to be associated with, and an exploration of the very important question of what we should replace it with. We […]


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Author: Larry Burns

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Apr 3 2024
Data Governance Gets a New Impetus
Data governance has often been met with furrowed brows among CIOs — sometimes seen as the broccoli of the IT dinner plate: undoubtedly good for you, but not always eagerly consumed. CIOs often bore the brunt from organizations that were forced to do top-down data governance. With this said, defensive data governance has been a […]


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Author: Myles Suer

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Mar 20 2024
The End of Agile – Part 1 (A Brief History of Agile)
In recent years, we have seen substantial pushback on many fronts against Agile as a viable and important project management methodology. In my 2016 book, “Growing Business Intelligence”[i] (a book about Agile BI), I quoted from a 2014 article by Dave Thomas, one of the signers of the “Agile Manifesto,” in which he recommended retiring […]


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Author: Larry Burns

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Mar 20 2024
Creative Ways to Surf Your Data Using Virtual and Augmented Reality
Organizations often struggle with finding nuggets of information buried within their data to achieve their business goals. Technology sometimes comes along to offer some interesting solutions that can bridge that gap for teams that practice good data management hygiene. We’re going to take a look deep into the recesses of creativity and peek at two […]


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Author: Mark Horseman

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Mar 6 2024
Getting the BELT: Empowering Executive Leadership in Data Governance
The expression “Getting the Belt” has several meanings. This phrase most commonly refers to a form of corporal punishment where a belt is used by an authority figure to spank or hit someone as a punitive measure. This form of discipline is now, thankfully, regarded as inappropriate and harmful. Additional meanings signify winning a championship […]


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Author: Robert S. Seiner

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Mar 6 2024
Explaining the Why Behind Data Quality Dimensions
Data quality is measured across dimensions, but why? Data quality metrics exist to support the business. The value of a data quality program resides in the ability to take action to improve data to make it more correct and therefore more valuable. The shorter the amount of time between the discovery of the data quality […]


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Author: Allison Connelly

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Feb 21 2024
Documenting Critical Data Elements
Many Data Governance or Data Quality programs focus on “critical data elements,” but what are they and what are some key features to document for them? A critical data element is any data element in your organization that has a high impact on your organization’s ability to execute its business strategy. An example is Customer Email […]


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Author: Mark Horseman

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Feb 21 2024
Automating Privacy and Compliance
In the digital age, the deluge of data is relentless. This burgeoning data realm, bolstered by the dawn of generative AI, demands meticulous choreography to remain coherent and valuable. As the complexity of ecosystems multiplies, so does the imperative to tether this wealth of information to the bedrock of privacy and protection. Michelle Dennedy, Jonathan […]


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Author: Myles Suer

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Feb 7 2024
The Rise of Zero-Trust Architecture
The cybersecurity landscape in 2024 is marked by complex, multi-faceted threats, necessitating advanced defensive strategies. This complexity arises from the expansive use of digital technologies and the corresponding increase in attack vectors. This evolution demands a nuanced understanding of threat patterns and the adoption of more sophisticated defense mechanisms. The focus now is not just […]


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Author: Ben Herzberg

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Jan 17 2024
The AI Playbook: Providing Important Reminders to Data Professionals
Eric Siegel’s “The AI Playbook” serves as a crucial guide, offering important insights for data professionals and their internal customers on effectively leveraging AI within business operations. The book, which comes out on February 6th, and its insights are captured in six statements: — Determine the value— Establish a prediction goal— Establish evaluation metrics— Prepare […]


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Author: Myles Suer

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Jan 17 2024
The Evolution of Data Validation in the Big Data Era
The advent of big data has transformed the data management landscape, presenting unprecedented opportunities and formidable challenges: colossal volumes of data, diverse formats, and high velocities of data influx. To ensure the integrity and reliability of information, organizations rely on data validation. Origins of Data Validation Traditionally, data validation primarily focused on structured data sets. […]


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Author: Irfan Gowani

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Jan 3 2024
Elevating Data and Analytics for 2024: A GenAI Imperative
As GenAI ascends in priority for CIOs, CDOs, and business leaders, 2023 has placed data and analytics in the spotlight. The hidden challenge is that entities lagging in data industrialization find themselves trailing in business transformation. GenAI and machine learning are touted to address myriad problems. Morgan Vawter, global vice president of data and analytics […]


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Author: Myles Suer

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Jan 3 2024
You Don’t Know Data! (The Importance of Sound Definitions)
W. Edwards Deming, the father of statistical quality control, said: “If you can’t describe what you are doing as a process, you don’t know what you’re doing.” When looking at the world of IT and applied to the dichotomy of software and data, Deming’s quote applies to the software part of that pair. The analogous […]


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Author: William Burkett

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Dec 20 2023
Data Protection: Trends and Predictions for 2024
Data protection, as the term implies, refers to the safeguarding of personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Data protection revolves around the principles of integrity, availability, and confidentiality. Integrity ensures that data remains accurate and consistent during its lifecycle. Availability guarantees that data is accessible and usable when needed, while confidentiality ensures […]


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Author: Gilad David Maayan

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Dec 20 2023
Enhancing Data Quality in Clinical Trials
One of the reasons why there’s always excess production in the textile sector is the stringent requirement of meeting set quality standards. It’s a simple case of accepting or rejecting a shipment, depending on whether it meets the requirements. As far as healthcare is concerned, surprisingly, only two out of five health executives believe they receive healthy data through […]


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Author: Irfan Gowani

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Dec 6 2023
Where Data Governance Should Live
Determining the optimal administrative placement for a data governance program, and specifically a Non-Invasive Data Governance program, is a pivotal decision that can significantly influence its success. This critical choice often boils down to three primary areas within an organization: a specific business area, information technology (IT), or a shared services part of the organization. […]


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Author: Robert S. Seiner

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Dec 6 2023
Metadata Governance: An Outline for Success (Part Two)
In part one of “Metadata Governance: An Outline for Success,” I discussed the steps required to implement a successful data governance environment, what data to gather to populate the environment, and how to gather the data. In part two, I will discuss the “so what” aspects of data governance — that is, what types of […]


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Author: Scott Benson

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Nov 15 2023
Data Observability vs. Data Quality
Data empowers businesses to gain valuable insights into industry trends and fosters profitable decision-making for long-term growth. It enables firms to reduce expenses and acquire and retain customers, thereby gaining a competitive edge in the digital ecosystem. No wonder businesses of all sizes are switching to data-driven culture from conventional practices. According to reports, worldwide […]


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Author: Hazel Raoult

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Nov 15 2023
Metadata Governance: An Outline for Success (Part One)
Organizations are driven by their mission and the underlying strategies to accomplish that mission. Organizations that fail to understand their mission and strategies will at best flounder and at worst fail. The outline in the following article will help an organization manage its metadata about itself (mission, strategies, etc.) as well as help an organization identify and […]


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Author: Scott Benson

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Nov 1 2023
A Halloween Tale That Turns Non-Invasive
Once upon a dark and eerie night, in the heart of the bustling city, there lived a data governance practitioner named Victor. Victor was known for his sharp mind and forward-thinking ideas, but he faced a daunting challenge: convincing his old and set-in-their-ways management that non-invasive data governance was the least scary of alternatives to […]


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Author: Robert S. Seiner

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Nov 1 2023
Self-Service Data Access Best Practices
Today’s digital realm increasingly emphasizes the value of self-service data access. Firms are recognizing its potential to empower users and accelerate decision-making processes. However, with this rapid shift towards democratized data access come challenges that organizations need to address. One central conundrum confronts businesses: How can they provide expansive data access while ensuring that information […]


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Author: Ben Herzberg

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