TDAN

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The role of data products has become pivotal, driving organizations towards insightful decision-making and competitive advantage. However, ensuring the achievement of these data products demands the strategic integration of Non-Invasive Data Governance (NIDG). Central to this cooperation is the […]

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Cloudera

JANUARY 26, 2024

In this article, we will walk you through the process of implementing fine grained access control for the data governance framework within the Cloudera platform. This allows the organization to comply with government regulations and internal security policies. A business metadata collection called “Project.”

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TDAN

MARCH 16, 2021

The purpose of this article is to provide a model to conduct a self-assessment of your organization’s data environment when preparing to build your Data Governance program. Take the […].

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Cloudera

MARCH 4, 2024

In this article, we will walk you through the process of implementing fine grained access control for the data governance framework within the Cloudera platform. This allows the organization to comply with government regulations and internal security policies. A business metadata collection called “Project.”

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TDAN

MAY 1, 2024

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.

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CIO Business Intelligence

APRIL 29, 2022

Preparing for an artificial intelligence (AI)-fueled future, one where we can enjoy the clear benefits the technology brings while also the mitigating risks, requires more than one article. This first article emphasizes data as the ‘foundation-stone’ of AI-based initiatives. Establishing a Data Foundation. era is upon us.

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TDAN

DECEMBER 20, 2022

It has been eight years plus since the first edition of my book, Non-Invasive Data Governance: The Path of Least Resistance and Greatest Success, was published by long-time TDAN.com contributor, Steve Hoberman, and his publishing company Technics Publications. That seems like a long time ago.

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IBM Big Data Hub

AUGUST 23, 2023

Because of this, when we look to manage and govern the deployment of AI models, we must first focus on governing the data that the AI models are trained on. This data governance requires us to understand the origin, sensitivity, and lifecycle of all the data that we use. and watsonx.data.

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TDAN

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Where exactly within an organization does the primary responsibility lie for ensuring that a data pipeline project generates data of high quality, and who exactly holds that responsibility? Who is accountable for ensuring that the data is accurate? Is it the data engineers? The data scientists?

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Alation

JANUARY 26, 2023

These data requirements could be satisfied with a strong data governance strategy. Governance can — and should — be the responsibility of every data user, though how that’s achieved will depend on the role within the organization. How can data engineers address these challenges directly?

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TDAN

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

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.

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TDAN

JUNE 30, 2020

You may already have a formal Data Governance program in place. Or … you are presently going through the process of trying to convince your Senior Leadership or stakeholders that a formal Data Governance program is necessary. Maybe you are going through the process of convincing the stakeholders that Data […].

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TDAN

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Data empowers businesses to gain valuable insights into industry trends and fosters profitable decision-making for long-term growth. No wonder businesses of all sizes are switching to data-driven culture from conventional practices.

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TDAN

AUGUST 15, 2023

Yes, let’s talk about data governance, that thing we love to hate. I just attended the 17th Annual Chief Data Officer and Information Quality Symposium in July, and there, I heard many creative suggestions for renaming data governance.

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TDAN

AUGUST 31, 2021

Data is everywhere! But can you find the data you need? What can be done to ensure the quality of the data? How can you show the value of investing in data? Can you trust it when you get it? These are not new questions, but many people still do not know how to practically […].

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TDAN

APRIL 19, 2022

Top Down vs. Bottom Up Have you heard the terms “top-down” or “bottom-up” associated with approaches to Data Governance? If so, do you think top down is the only way to execute your Data Governance Program?

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TDAN

OCTOBER 3, 2023

My recent columns have focused on actionable initiatives that can both deliver business value, providing a tangible achievement, and raise the profile of the data management organization data management organization (DMO).(For In that light, let’s […]

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TDAN

DECEMBER 31, 2019

Organizations that have implemented Data Governance programs, or Information Governance, Data/Information Management or Records Management programs will be the first to tell you that these data disciplines are not easy to operationalize. Data Management requires that the organization care for data as an asset.

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TDAN

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Organizations faced with the delivery of formal Data Governance or Information Governance programs recognize that there are several challenges they will face when getting started and as the program is operationalized. The challenges are not the same for all organizations.

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CDW Research Hub

MAY 29, 2019

Data governance helps organizations manage their information and answer questions about business performance, allowing them to better understand data, and govern it to mitigate compliance risks and empower information stakeholders. Checklist: Building an Enterprise Data Governance Program.

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TDAN

APRIL 30, 2019

Roles and responsibilities are the backbone of a successful information or data governance program. To communicate effectively […].

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TDAN

JUNE 1, 2021

“Quality is never an accident. ” John Ruskin, prominent Victorian era social thinker Data-driven decision-making is fast becoming a critical business strategy for organizations in every sector. However, if the data used to make these decisions is not high-quality, it can’t be trusted.

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TDAN

DECEMBER 14, 2021

The Data Ethics Conundrum The recent DAMA EMEA conference was a valiant effort to connect the DAMA membership in the EMEA region through an innovative virtual conference format. One of these polls asked, “Are Data Ethics Principles Universal?” During the conference, various polls were run.

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TDAN

OCTOBER 19, 2021

[Publisher’s Note: This is the final column from the Data Governance Professionals Organization. This quarter’s column was written by Malcolm Chisholm of Data Millennium.] Thank you, DGPO, for providing content to the pages of TDAN.com over the past several years.

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TDAN

JULY 2, 2019

The third and final part of the Non-Invasive Data Governance Framework details the breakdown of components by level, providing considerations for what must be included at the intersections. The squares are completed with nouns and verbs that provide direction for meaningful discussions about how the program will be set up and operate.

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TDAN

JULY 2, 2019

Aren’t you tired of seeing articles, blogs, and postings about struggling and failing data governance programs? One of the frequent questions that the Data Governance Professionals Organization (DGPO) receives is “can anyone REALLY be successful with data governance?” The award is […].

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TDAN

MARCH 5, 2019

You know you can rule the quality of your data. Read on to learn simple but effective tips on how to make superb data quality possible. The bad news is: Low-quality data costs companies about $15 million per year, according to Gartner’s Data Quality Market Survey. So why don’t you?

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TDAN

MARCH 1, 2022

This article is the third in a series taking a deep dive on how to do a current state analysis on your data. This article focuses on data culture, what it is, why it is important, and what questions to ask to determine its current state. The first two articles focused on data quality and data […].

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TDAN

APRIL 2, 2019

If you are just starting out and feel overwhelmed by all the various definitions, explanations, and interpretations of data governance, don’t be alarmed. Even well-seasoned data governance veterans can struggle with the definition and explanation of what they do day to day.

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DataKitchen

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Data Teams and Their Types of Data Journeys In the rapidly evolving landscape of data management and analytics, data teams face various challenges ranging from data ingestion to end-to-end observability. It also addresses the unique demands of specialized Data Consumers who require personalized data tracking.

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TDAN

APRIL 19, 2022

While newfangled terms like “data mesh” and “data fabric” require lengthy descriptions, the term “critical data element” or CDE is easier to explain. But… as the name implies, CDEs are critical – not only to data management, data governance, and data quality success, but […].

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Jim Harris

JUNE 30, 2016

In a recent interview, Jill Dyché explained a common misconception, namely that a data governance framework is not a strategy. Unlike other strategic initiatives that involve IT,” Jill explained, “data governance needs to be designed. Or how the puzzle pieces will fit together within your unique corporate culture?

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TDAN

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Organizations are drowning in a sea of data, facing challenges that range from inconsistent quality to inefficient and ineffective management. It’s easy to complain about the state of your data, but a more productive tactic involves taking actionable steps to address these issues.

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TDAN

MAY 5, 2020

The reversal from information scarcity to information abundance and the shift from the primacy of entities to the primacy of interactions has resulted in an increased burden for the data involved in those interactions to be trustworthy.

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TDAN

JUNE 4, 2019

The following paper is the first of a three-part series that describes the Non-Invasive Data Governance Framework. Seiner of KIK Consulting & Educational Services (KIKconsulting.com) and The Data Administration Newsletter (TDAN.com). The framework was developed and is implemented by Robert S.

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TDAN

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Over the past few months, my team in Castlebridge and I have been working with clients delivering training to business and IT teams on data management skills like data governance, data quality management, data modelling, and metadata management.

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IBM Big Data Hub

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Apache Kafka is a well-known open-source event store and stream processing platform and has grown to become the de facto standard for data streaming. A schema registry is essentially an agreement of the structure of your data within your Kafka environment. What’s next?

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