Just Enough, Just In Time Semantics
Organizations have been struggling with integrating data across their departments and with business partners. Differences in syntax can often be…
Managing Enterprise Data Assets to Enable Data Governance
Every enterprise recognizes data governance is an important practice to follow as it unlocks the business value of data and…
Big Data and Internet of Things – How the Future of Data Analysis is Evolving
The Internet of Things (IoT) and ‘big data’ are the most-talked-about technology topics in recent years. Big data is characterized…
The Book Look: Data Novels
I love good novels. I read and learn from a lot of technology texts (and we publish many of them),…
Practical Points from the DGPO: Communications is the Key
There are many great quotes and sayings about communication. Two of my favorites are from Peter Drucker and George Bernard…
The Evolution (and Opportunity) of IT Careers
I had a thought-provoking conversation this week with my friend and colleague, Jennifer Hay. Jennifer is an IT career specialist…
Data Professional Introspective: Comparative Data Management (Part 1)
Part 2 | Part 3 | Part 4 (Coming Soon) Every now and then it’s useful…
Start Data Governance by Protecting Your Data
There are many reasons why organizations design, develop and deliver Data Governance Programs. Typical reasons include – to improve data…
Pragmatic Data: Another Good Reason to Model Your Data
At some point in your career you have probably heard the words, “why do I need a data modeler?” Perhaps…
Data is Risky Business: Training is More Than a Monkey with Bad PowerPoint
I’m wearing my grumpy curmudgeon hat again this month. The Irish Computer Society recently published survey results from their annual…