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Apr 17 2024

Data Crime: Arizona Is Not Arkansas

I call it a “data crime” when someone is abusing or misusing data. When we understand these stories and their implications, it can help us learn from mistakes and prevent future data crimes. The stories can also be helpful if you have to explain the importance of data management to someone. The Story After a series […]

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 […]

The Importance of Data Due Diligence

Acquiring an existing business can be an exceptional way to make your entrepreneurial dreams come to life — or even diversify your investment portfolio. But, unless you do your research well, you’re opening yourself up to a lot of unnecessary risk. The process of due diligence involves the appraisal and assessment of a potential investment, […]

The Role of Citizen Data Scientists vs. Data Scientists in Augmented Analytics

If you are an IT professional, a business manager, or an executive, you have probably been following the progress of the citizen data scientist movement. For a number of years, Gartner and other technology research and analysis firms have predicted and monitored the growth of this phenomenon. In fact, in 2017, Gartner predicted that 40% of data science […]

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 […]

Data-Centric: How Big Things Get Done (in IT)

I read “How Big Things Get Done” when it first came out about six months ago.[1] I liked it then. But recently, I read another review of it, and another coin dropped. I’ll let you know what the coin was toward the end of this article, but first I need to give you my own […]

The Importance of a Federated Data Stewardship Approach

In the digital era, navigating the choppy waters of data governance poses a significant challenge for enterprises. On one end of the spectrum, a rigid command-and-control approach stifles innovation and agility, turning data management into a bottleneck rather than a boon. On the other, a laissez-faire, free-for-all strategy risks data chaos, compromising security, quality, and […]

Through the Looking Glass: Data as Code? Or Data as a Code?

Readers of my column know my aversion to buzzwords.[1] I approach the hot catchphrase “Data as Code” with trepidation. Already, we have to name a few: – Infrastructure as Code (with its own acronym, IaC) – Configuration as Code (Config as Code — why not CaC?) – Environment as Code (EaC is not available, as […]

5 Best Practices for Data Management in the Cloud

Organizations manage data in the cloud through strategic planning and the implementation of best practices tailored to their specific needs. This involves selecting the right cloud service providers and technology stacks that align with their data management goals. They focus on data security, compliance, and scalability while leveraging cloud technologies to enhance data accessibility, analysis, […]

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 […]

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 […]

The Book Look: Data Privacy Across Borders

I never realized how complex data privacy rules can be for multinational companies until I read “Data Privacy Across Borders” by Lambert Hogenhout and Amanda Wang. This book not only goes into detail on the privacy regulations from many countries, but it also covers the importance of a global data privacy strategy and the steps […]

5 Technologies That Will Help You Comply with GDPR

GDPR stands for General Data Protection Regulation. It’s a regulation introduced by the European Union in 2018 to protect the privacy and personal data of EU citizens. It applies to all companies that process personal data of people living in the EU, regardless of the company’s location. Compliance with GDPR is not just about avoiding […]

The Data-Centric Revolution: Best Practices and Schools of Ontology Design

I was recently asked to present “Enterprise Ontology Design and Implementation Best Practices” to a group of motivated ontologists and wanna-be ontologists. I was flattered to be asked, but I really had to pause for a bit. First, I’m kind of jaded by the term “best practices.” Usually, it’s just a summary of what everyone […]

Data Is Risky Business: Turning Abstract Ethics into Practical Practices

This quarter’s column draws on my keynote for DAMA Calgary’s contribution to DAMA Days Canada last month, which in turn drew on some of the content in the second edition of the “Data Ethics” book I wrote with my colleague Katherine O’Keefe (particularly, Chapter 3 and Chapter 11). My keynote looked at the thorny question […]

Through the Looking Glass: The Unique Identifier of the Rose

I recently taught an online class on BCBS 239: Effective Risk Data Aggregation and Reporting for Risk.net. Preparing the course materials took me back to 2007-2008, when I worked for Merrill Lynch managing the Credit Risk Reporting team. I recall how difficult it was for the banks to provide the aggregated risk data the regulators […]

Game-Changing Data Definitions You Cannot Afford to Ignore

In today’s data-driven world, the terms “data governance” and “data stewardship” have become buzzwords, often thrown around without a clear understanding of their significance. However, defining these terms is not about adding complexity, it’s about establishing clarity and accountability and providing a sense of practicality and pragmatism. As I define it, data governance is “the […]

Synchronized Video Data Collaboration for Multi-Layered Insights

In this digital age, large amounts of data are produced and consumed every second. And particularly for experienced bloggers in the data management or IT industry, synchronized video data collaboration represents an untapped wellspring of potential. By harnessing this data revolution, businesses can gain multi-layered insights into consumer behavior and enhance organizational performance. The Undeniable […]

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 […]

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 […]

Storytelling with Data: Crafting Compelling Narratives

Imagine you’re in a meeting and the analytics team bombards you with numbers. Sales have dropped by X%. Ad spend has increased by Y%. Cost-per-click is now Z. The meeting ends, and you promptly forget everything. What if the analytics team had instead turned those raw numbers into a memorable narrative? That’s the idea behind […]

Exploring Cloud Computing Risks and Security Hurdles

The worldwide shift toward cloud computing significantly changes how businesses approach data management and operation. Regardless of whether private, public, or hybrid cloud models are employed, the advantages of cloud computing are numerous, including heightened efficiency, reduced expenses, and increased flexibility. Nonetheless, utilizing cloud computing carries potential risks that need to be addressed for sustainable […]

The Role of IT in Data Governance

Information technology (IT) plays a vital role in data governance by implementing and maintaining strategies to manage, protect, and responsibly utilize data. Through advanced technologies and tools, IT ensures that data is securely stored, backed up, and accessible to authorized personnel. IT also enforces data governance policies and procedures, such as data classification and access […]

How to Use Analytics in Web Development

It may sound a little dramatic, but in today’s ever-evolving world, data is vital. Data can be huge in boosting your business revenue and exposure. Knowing your data means being able to offer continuous improvement and optimization, which in turn will allow you to deliver even better user experiences. You can track who’s looking at your […]

The 5 Stages of Your Data Analytics Journey

Harnessing the power of data has become critical in today’s digital age when information is abundant and decision-making is critical in many aspects of business. Understanding your data may unearth hidden insights and move your business ahead, whether you’re a small startup or an established enterprise. However, going on the road of data analytics may […]

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Data Crime: Arizona Is Not Arkansas

Data Governance Gets a New Impetus

The Importance of Data Due Diligence

The Role of Citizen Data Scientists vs. Data Scientists in Augmented Analytics

Explaining the Why Behind Data Quality Dimensions

Data-Centric: How Big Things Get Done (in IT)

The Importance of a Federated Data Stewardship Approach

Through the Looking Glass: Data as Code? Or Data as a Code?

5 Best Practices for Data Management in the Cloud

The Rise of Zero-Trust Architecture

The AI Playbook: Providing Important Reminders to Data Professionals

The Book Look: Data Privacy Across Borders

The Data-Centric Revolution: Best Practices and Schools of Ontology Design

Data Is Risky Business: Turning Abstract Ethics into Practical Practices

Through the Looking Glass: The Unique Identifier of the Rose

Game-Changing Data Definitions You Cannot Afford to Ignore

Synchronized Video Data Collaboration for Multi-Layered Insights

A Halloween Tale That Turns Non-Invasive

Self-Service Data Access Best Practices

Storytelling with Data: Crafting Compelling Narratives

Exploring Cloud Computing Risks and Security Hurdles

The Role of IT in Data Governance

How to Use Analytics in Web Development

The 5 Stages of Your Data Analytics Journey

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