The Data-Centric Revolution: Evolution of Metrics in a Data-Centric Enterprise (Part 1)
I’ve written elsewhere about the value of grounding your metrics program in semantics.1 This article goes well beyond that. We…
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Data and Analytics Governance: The Backbone of AI Adoption
Data Governance Goals The primary aim of data and analytics (D&A) governance, our research has taught us, is aligning data…
Eyes on Data: AI Fluency and Data Management for Responsible Innovation
The promise and pursuit of artificial intelligence (AI) are undeniable. AI is reshaping how organizations interact with customers, streamline operations,…
Data Protection vs. Cyber Resilience in the Complex World of Gambling
The gambling industry never sleeps. With online casinos, sports betting, and digital gaming platforms available 24/7, gambling is accessible at…
A Step Ahead: From Acts to Aggregates — Record-ness and Data-ness in Practice
Introduction What is the difference between records and data? What differentiates records managers from data managers? Do these distinctions still…
Thoughts on the DAMA DMBoK
Many years ago, I contributed material on Database Development and Database Operations Management to the first edition of DAMA International’s…
Principles of Data Value Delivery
I recently published on this site a document I call the “Manifesto for Data Value Delivery” (aka, the “Data Value…
Eyes on Data: Best Practices and Excellence in Data Management Matter More Than Ever
In our increasingly digital economy, data is the oxygen that powers transformation, fuels artificial intelligence, drives regulatory compliance, and sharpens…
Embracing “Data Town Plans” as a Bridge Between the Business and IT (Part 1)
Imagine building a new city without a “town plan,” yet some people build information technology (IT) solutions without the data…
The Impact of Eco-Friendly Innovations on Data Management
Behind every byte is a network of servers and storage systems consuming energy, producing heat, and generating more carbon emissions.…