Why Disciplined Agile?
This article explores why you should consider adopting the Disciplined Agile (DA) toolkit from several points of view: Why Should…
Data Articles
Recognizing and Treating “Tableitis”
Tableitis (tay-bul-eye’-tus) is a widespread condition suffered by professional data modelers, commonly called “TABLE THINK.” This condition was first recognized…
Complicated vs Complex Problems
Not that long ago our information needs seemed much simpler. If we wanted to make a phone call, we had…
The Antidote is Facts – Facts Require Data
Back in 2017, I wrote an article titled There are No Facts … Without Data. It is time to revisit…
Toward Data Governance’s 4th Era
It was the best of times. It was the worst of times. Has there ever been a time where more…
Requirements for Data Governance
Recording requirements for success is an important first step toward demonstrating the value of a Data Governance program. Practitioners know…
Making CRISP-DM Work for Embedded Analytics
Embedded analytics is key for companies aiming to become data driven. Gartner defines embedded analytics as “a digital workplace capability…
Metadata is Like Body Language
The Nonverbal Dilemma Nonverbal communication is composed of body gestures and vocal inflections. The words you speak are a small…
Big Data Shapes E-Commerce
A successful e-commerce business doesn’t start at the storefront; it starts at the backend where all orders are processed. Even…
2020 AI Predictions
2019 was a major year for AI— from innovations in design and ethical advancements to the increased demand for AI…