November 10, 2006

Introducing Master Data Management

Achieving A Single Version Of The Truth

This is the first document in the "Master Data Management" series.

by Rob Karel

with Christopher Mines, R "Ray" Wang, Kyle McNabb, Jamie Barnett

Executive Summary (This is a document excerpt)

Master data management (MDM) is a business capability enabled through the alignment of multiple information management technologies, business process improvements, and organizational commitments. MDM is much more than a single technology solution; it requires an ecosystem of technologies to allow the creation, management, and distribution of high-quality master data throughout the organization. This master data can be leveraged on both sides of your firewall — wherever and whenever it's needed. Enterprise architects and information management leaders must filter through the vendor hype surrounding MDM and use a checklist that considers the current state of the master data landscape and the technology, resource, and organizational commitment required to successfully implement this business capability across it.

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