A Data Governance (DG) policy is a document that describes how organizations use and manage their data. These documents establish rules that help safeguard data, define the roles and responsibilities of staff involved with Data Governance, and set standards for Data Quality and security. Good Data Governance policies make the business’s governance goals, practices, and […]
A Brief History of Large Language Models
Large language models are artificial neural networks (algorithms) that have gone from a recent development to widespread use within a few years. They have been instrumental in the development of ChatGPT, the next evolutionary step in artificial intelligence. Generative AI was combined with large language models to produce a smarter version of artificial intelligence. Large […]
Data Management Trends in 2024
The trends in Data Management for 2024 can be expected to range from the impact of the EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA) package to new variations of ChatGPT focused on managing data. Data Management (DM) deals with the collection, processing, and storage of data, as well as the laws and regulations that protect people’s rights. Managing an […]
Database Management Trends in 2024
Trends in database management for 2024 have taken several different directions, ranging from cloud-based DBMSs (database management systems) to augmented DBMSs to self-driving DBMSs (which are quite different from self-driving cars). The use of cloud-supported database management systems is one of the most obvious trends. Another broad noteworthy trend is the use of multiple databases. […]
Semantic Technology Trends in 2024
The trends of semantic technology for 2024 will be based on a range of technological improvements. The introduction of ChatGPT has produced a variety of primary and secondary effects on semantic technology and the industries using it. ChatGPT significantly improves AI’s use and understanding of language. Semantic technology uses “formal semantics” to provide meaning to […]
Fundamentals of Cloud Governance
Understanding the fundamentals of cloud governance can help in developing an efficient strategy for an organization working in a cloud environment. Cloud governance involves developing rules and procedures for its members in an effort to minimize costs, promote productivity, enhance security, and support smooth operations within the cloud. Cloud governance focuses on establishing the processes […]
Fundamentals of Document Databases
A document database (sometimes referred to as a “document store” or a “document-oriented database”), is a NoSQL or non-relational database. However, document databases use an index to associate “keys” with “documents,” making them more efficient at retrieving data. Unlike relational databases, document databases are not structured with a format of rows and columns, but scale […]
Building a Successful Data Quality Program
Creating a successful Data Quality program is essential for any organization seeking to use their data for improving efficiency and better decision-making. Data of poor quality can result in decisions that damage the business. Building a successful Data Quality program helps to ensure the data is of the highest quality, making it both useful and […]
Master Data Management Tools
Master data management uses a combination of tools and business processes to ensure the organization’s master data is complete, accurate, and consistent. Master data describes all the “relatively stable” data that is critical for operating the business. This includes semi-permanent information about products, locations, employees, customers, etc. For example, if a specific customer purchases several products […]
Critical Data Elements Explained
The process of identifying critical data elements (CDEs) is a fairly new best practice in Data Governance programs. Software does not yet support the identification process. CDEs may be described as the specific data needed for doing business (requiring high-quality data) or the specific data that is extremely sensitive (requiring good security). These particular data […]