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Database design: Migrating to the corporate master data management system
Builder.com article from Greg Griffiths on the challenges and benefits of migrating to a corporate master data system.
Master Data Management Market to Grow 15% Annually
The ARC Advisory Group releases a study on the projected growth of the master data management market.
Master Data Management - It’s About Information Not Technology
ZDNet Government Weblog entry by Ramon Padilla Jr. on organizational challenges that explain why data-sharing is more than just a technology problem.
Entity Resolution Systems vs. Match Merge/Merge Purge/List De-duplication Systems
Weblog entry from Jeff Jonas describing the difference between Entity Resolution Systems and Match Merge/Merge Purge systems, which is an area that is often important in master data management.
IBM looks to 'master' unruly data
News.com article from Martin LaMonica describing the pieces IBM has compiled to take on the master data management market.
Building a Business Case for MDM
SearchDataManagement.com article from Hannah Smalltree on building the business case for MDM initiatives.
Is MDM All Hype?
SearchDataManagement.com article from Hannah Smalltree that says the new emphasis on master data management (MDM) technology isn't resonating with everyone. Does MDM really warrant the hype?
Seven master data management best practices
SearchCIO.com article by Hannah Smalltree. Early adopters of master data management share best practices and potential pitfalls.
Gartner, Forrester take on Vendor Claims
SearchDataManagement.com article by Hannah Smalltree. To combat confusion, Forrester and Gartner released frameworks for evaluating master data management technology.
Customer data integration evolves to customer hubs
SearchDataManagement.com article by Hannah Smalltree. The customer data integration market is moving toward customer hubs, according to Forrester's latest ranking of the top vendors.
CDI/MDM market trends and expert forecasts for 2008
SearchDataManagement.com 2008 MDM market predictions compiled by Jeff Kelly.
Getting Started on Master Data Management
SearchOracle.com article by Mark Brunelli covering Cliff Longman's views of what you need to know before embarking on a master data management (MDM) initiative.
Seven Reasons Customer Data Integration Projects Fail
SearchDataManagement.com article by Hannah Smalltree on common pitfalls to avoid on customer data integration projects.
Master Data Management Meets SOA
SOA World article from John Kalogirou on the intersection of MDM and SOA.
Kalido's Master Data Management Approach Suits Big Companies
ADTmag.com article by John K. Waters on Shell's approach to master data management.
Master Data Management: Service Providers Are Starting To Address the Mess
AMR Research note that says the services component of a Master Data Management (MDM) initiative is substantial, and service providers are rising to the occasion. Because MDM initiatives require skills across the technology spectrum, service providers are combining all of their data architecture and information processing skills into dedicated products.
Understanding Master Data Management and Customer Data Integration
B-EYE Network article by Colin White describing the similarities between MDM and CDI.
Basel II Compliance Drives the Importance of Master Data Management
B-EYE Network article by Duffie Brunson on Basel II making companies realize that metadata and reference data are key components in controlling the data governance process.
Master Data Management and Customer Data Integration - Folks Don't Get It
Business Intelligence Network article by Colin White that says MDM and C-MDM solutions must employ an enterprise-wide approach to data integration, data quality and metadata management.
Defining Master Data
Business Intelligence Network article by David Loshin that argues a solid definition is required for the concept of master data.
Uniqueness, Identity, Nonidentifiability and Governance
Business Intelligence Network article by David Loshin that argues an organization’s policies must be fully integrated and deployed as part of the master data management program, not just as an add-on.
MDM and the Question of Data Back-Integration
Business Intelligence Network article by David Loshin on issues involved with using MDM to provide a “round-trip” integration process for all of your master data objects.
Mastering Master Data
BI Network article from Richard Skriletz explaining why master data is a business problem first.
A Phased Approach to Enterprise Master Data Management
Business Intelligence Network article by Colin White that says enterprise master data management (MDM) should always be the objective of any long-term MDM plan, and the secret to implementing this plan is a phased and tactical approach.
Master Data Synchronization – Assessing Requirements
Business Intelligence Network article by David Loshin that says there are characteristics associated with maintaining the synchronization and consistency of master data that impose implementation constraints when implementing master data consolidation and integration services.
What is Master Data?
Business Intelligence Network article and podcast by Malcolm Chisholm that attempts to define the term 'master data'.
Primer: Master Data Management
Baseline Magazine article by S Jae Yang providing a primer for master data management.
Master Data Management is a Program
BI Review article by Scott Lee on the MDM approach taken by R.R. Donnelley.
Why Customer Data Integration (CDI) Projects Fail
BusinessIntelligence.com article by Anurag Wadehra on pitfalls involving CDI projects, especially those that affect scalability.
Master Data Management - What is it?
BusinessIntelligence.com article by Mark Smith that says advancements in information management, such as master data management, can provide a focal point for data quality.
Master Data Management: Truth Behind the Hype
CIO.com article by Thomas Wailgum suggesting that master data management may be sneaking up on SOA as the most overused IT buzzword.
Master Data Needs Managing Too
Computerworld article by Heather Havenstein that says managing master data requires different technologies and processes than managing metadata, though users say the effort is just as important.
Customer Data Integration: Don't Forget the ROI
CRMBuyer article by Anurag Wadehra on ROI and CRM.
MDM and its value in CRM
DestinationCRM article by Marshall Lager that suggests studies and service offerings point to the need for better information herding.
Information Strategy: The Master Data Management Challenge
DM Review article by Jane Griffin on the challenges facing master data management.
Master Data Management Market Expanding
DM Review article by David Waddington describing Ventana Research's view of the master data management market.
Master Data: The Linkage between Business Functions and Business Processes
DM Review article by Jonathan Wu that says master data is the linkage between business functions and business processes.
Master Data Management: Cross-System Assessment
DM Review article by Tim Walsh that provides an overview for a cross-system data quality assessment and master data management strategy.
The Data Strategy Advisor: Master Data Management
DM Review article by Lou Agosta that discusses an old problem that continues to challenge both users and vendors.
Master Data Management a Key Strategic Priority Say Global 2000 Users
Master data management has emerged as a key strategic priority for some of the world's largest companies.
Dysfunctional Data Hubs - 2006-07 Strategic Planning Assumptions for CDI-MDM and Business Services
DM Review article by Aaron Zornes covering the CDI Institute research community's views on the CDI-MDM roadmap.
Master Data versus Reference Data
DM Review article by Malcolm Chisholm attempting to draw some distinctions between master data and reference data.
Justifying and Implementing Master Data Management
DM Review article by William McKnight on justifying and implementing MDM solutions.
Mastering Master Data Management
DM Review article from Lou Agosta that says master data is pervasive and fundamental to business success and that companies should address it strategically.
Are Your Systems Integrators Helping Your CDI Initiative?
DMReview article by Aaron Zornes on the importance of making sure your preferred systems integrator partner has appropriate project experience.
Third Generation CDI-MDM Solutions
DMReview article by Aaron Zornes on indicators for a 3G MDM solution.
Data is at the Heart of Enterprise-Wide BI and DW, Part 2
DMReview article from Robert Farris on the role of master data management in enterprise-wide business intelligence.
Are You Master Of Your Data, Or Its Slave?
DM Direct article by Andy Hayler on the emerging field of master data management.
New Names, Old Tricks? CDI, MDM, EII
DM Review article by David Loshin exploring the relationship between CDI, MDM, and EII. (Registration required.)
Master Data Standards and Data Exchange
DM Review article from David Loshin looks at a case study involving the exchange of data using what are thought to be commonly defined data standards. (Registration required.)
Common Master Data Management Pitfalls to Avoid
DM Review article by Jane Griffin on common master data management pitfalls to avoid.
The Fourth Generation of MDM
DM Review article by Aaron Zornes that highlights the various functionalities necessary for future master data management implementations.
Customer Data Integration and M&A: Hang Over or Make Over
DM Review article by Aaron Zornes about the complexities involved in corporate mergers and acquisitions.
MDM Enthuses, Confuses BI, DM Pros
Enterprise Systems article by Stephen Swoyer about ongoing enthusiasm and confusion about MDM by data management professionals.
As Master Data Management Matures, Its Availability Improves
eWeek.com article from Chris Preimesberger and Jeffrey Burt. With an average cost of $1 million, MDM deployments used to be relegated to only the largest companies in the world. But now new companies are now stepping into the market with creative products and services.
Master Plan
Information Age article by Kenny MacIver that says master data management aims to address one of IT’s most troubling issues.
Master Brewer
Information Age article by Kenny MacIver on Labatt bringing consistency to its data with master data management.
Master Data: Think Globally, Start Locally
Intelligent Enterprise article from Doug Henschen that notes that BI, transaction optimization and SOA ambitions are driving master data management. His advice is think broadly, get in incrementally and prepare for the leg work.
The Search for One Truth
Intelligent Enterprise article by Susana Schwartz that says master data management is about services-based delivery of clean, consistent data, but companies have to get stakeholders to agree to terms.
The Fun Begins With Structure
Intelligent Enterprise Magazine article hy David Stodder that asks the question "Will master data management open new doors for BI?"
The Next Wave of Data Management
Intelligent Enterprise Magazine article by Jill Dych and Evan Levy. The search for better data management practices has led to data stewardship and data governance efforts, but confusion over roles and disconnects between IT and the business have led to gaps in cooperation. The next wave will bring customer data integration and master data management initiatives that promise to relieve business experts from the drudgery of defining and maintaining customer data, while developers will dodge the chaos of point-to-point integration.
Master Data Management for Information Management
Intelligent Enterprise article by Mark Smith that suggests companies should abandon conventional wisdom and invest in their architecture.
Mastering Master Data - no hesitation, repetition or deviation
IT-Analysis.com article by Harriet Fryman on the criticality of MDM fueling considerable vendor activity. She says some vendors are still at the marketing message stage while others have tangible solutions.
Merging MDM Silos
IT-Director.com article by Philip Howard taking the position that the market has now recognised that a siloed approach to MDM is a no-no.
Master data management is key to compliance
Network World article by James Kobielus that says companies cook the books at their own peril.
Master data management 'coming of age'
OneStopClick article on the rate of expansion in the master data management market.
MDM May Change Your Life…or Not
Article in The Register by Mark Whitehorn that considers if MDM is really a breakthrough technology or just another acronym?
Big Blue’s Master Data Product Push
TDWI article from Stephen Swoyer describing IBM's push into the master data field.
Master Data Management is Inevitable... So Get Ready
TDWI column by Philip Russom that says with many trends intersecting with master data management, it has a high probability of adoption.
Microsoft Acquires Stratature
Microsoft will cease new sales of Stratature and will integrate +EDM technology into its product offerings.
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