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 - It’s About Information Not Technology
ZDNet Government Blog entry by Ramon Padilla Jr. on organizational challenges that explain why data-sharing is more than just a technology problem.
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?
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.
Kalido's Master Data Management Approach Suits Big Companies
ADTmag.com article by John K. Waters on Shell's approach to master data management.
Masters of Their Data Domains
ADTmag.com article by Alan R. Earls that says businesses are paying more attention to master data management for several reasons including improving supply-chain efficiencies and complying with federal mandates.
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.
Primer: Master Data Management
Baseline Magazine article by S Jae Yang providing a primer for master data management.
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 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.
The Importance of Managing Master Data
Computerworld article from Heather Havenstein that discusses why metadata management is not synonymous with master data management.
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
DMReview article by Jane Griffin on the challenges facing master data management.
Master Data Management Market Expanding
DMReview 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
DMReview 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
DMReview 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 drawing 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.
Customer Data Integration and M&A: Hang Over or Make Over
DMReview article by Aaron Zornes about the complexities involved in corporate mergers and acquisitions.
New Names, Old Tricks? CDI, MDM, EII
DMReview article by David Loshin exploring the relationship between CDI, MDM, and EII. (Registration required.)
Master Data Standards and Data Exchange
DMReview 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.)
Master Plan
Information Age article by Kenny MacIver that says master data management aims to address one of IT’s most troubling issues.
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?"
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.
Are You Master Of Your Data, Or Its Slave?
IT Backbones article by Andy Hayler on the emerging field of master data management.
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.
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