A Tale of Two Analysts: Data Catalogs Unlock the Power of Modern Analytics

Jun 15, 2018 by Dave Wells in Data Management

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The value and benefits of data cataloging are often described as the ability for analysts to find the data that they need quickly and efficiently. Without cataloging, it is said, analysts spend 80% of their time finding and preparing data and only 20% obtaining insights. The data catalog reverses...

DataOps Explained: A Remedy For Ailing Data Pipelines

Jun 07, 2018 by Wayne Eckerson in Data Strategy Insider

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As data pipelines become more complex and development teams grow in size, organizations need to apply standard processes to govern the flow of data.

If You Think The GDPR Sucks…

Jun 06, 2018 by Henry H. Eckerson in Industry News and Analysis

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If you are slowly, grudgingly, painstakingly working to comply, and even the mention of GDPR leaves a bitter taste in your mouth, this blog is for you! I’m here to tell you why the GDPR does not suck, or maybe why it sucks less than you think.

Single Version of the Truth - Not Optional

Jun 05, 2018 by Stephen J. Smith in Predictive Analytics Trends

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 Despite the difficulties in constructing a single version of the truth, CEOs need it more than ever now. 

Stepping Up To Modern Data Management

Jun 04, 2018 by Dave Wells in Data Management

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Recent technology developments are driving urgency to modernize data management. Yet most organizations struggle to decide how to get started.