Recently, my DATAVERSITY colleague Mark Horseman shared that he’d been getting a lot more questions about Indigenous data sovereignty. We both agreed it would make a great topic for this month’s column. What is Indigenous data sovereignty, why does it matter, and how can we learn more about it? To answer these questions, it helps […]
How Not to Put Data Governance into Practice: Four Common Mistakes
There’s a fair amount of high-level advice on the internet about implementing data governance, which means the practices an organization uses to ensure its data is available, usable, complete, and secure. But what you won’t find, at least not in abundance, is guidance about what not to do when establishing a data governance practice. That’s unfortunate, because […]
Enterprise Data World 2024 Takeaways: Trending Topics in Data Management
I was privileged to deliver a workshop at Enterprise Data World 2024. Publishing this review is a way to express my gratitude to the fantastic team at DATAVERSITY and Tony Shaw personally for organizing this prestigious live event. Participating in such events has multiple advantages, including becoming familiar with trending topics in the data management […]
Alation Announces Enhanced Integration with Snowflake to Improve Data Quality for GenAI
According to a new press release, Alation has announced an enhanced integration with Snowflake Horizon, aimed at improving data quality and providing AI-ready data for organizations. The integration involves Alation’s Open Data Quality Framework, which now supports Snowflake Horizon, allowing businesses to proactively detect and address data quality issues before they affect operations. This collaboration […]
Revolutionizing Healthcare Through Responsible AI Integration
In late 2023, significant attention was given to building artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms to predict post-surgery complications, surgical risk models, and recovery pathways for patients with surgical needs. This naturally elevated the appropriate debate of whether using AI in this manner would result in hospitals and providers prioritizing revenue from automation over excellence in patient […]
Key Considerations for C-Suite Leaders Involved in Digital Transformation Initiatives
With spending on digital transformation initiatives worldwide projected to hit $3.9 trillion by 2027, the pressure is on organizations – and specifically the C-suite – to ensure that not only are they best positioned to tackle the digital challenges of today but that they can quickly adapt to those of tomorrow as well. C-suite leaders find themselves […]
12 Key AI Patterns for Improving Data Quality (DQ)
AI is the simulation of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think, learn, and make decisions. A typical AI system has five key building blocks [1]. 1. Data: Data is number, characters, images, audio, video, symbols, or any digital repository on which operations can be performed by a computer. 2. Algorithm: An algorithm […]
Data Logistics Mandates: Devising a Plan to Ensure Long-Term Data Access
Microsoft 365 has become the nucleus for many organizations for centralized communication and collaboration, especially large organizations with more than 1,000 full-time employees. One million companies globally use 365 and create 1.6 billion documents each day on the platform and in the next two years, that is expected to grow by 4.4 times, according to a […]
Maximizing AI’s Potential: High-Value Data Produces High-Quality Results
With the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) and large language models (LLMs), companies are rushing to incorporate automated technology into their networks and applications. However, as the age of automation persists, organizations must reassess the data on which their automated platforms are being trained. To maximize the potential of AI using sensitive data, we […]
Beyond the Basics: Advanced Tips for Effective Data Extraction
Data extraction is a cornerstone in data analytics, enabling organizations to extract valuable insights from raw data. While basic extraction techniques are fundamental, understanding advanced strategies is crucial for maximizing efficiency and accuracy. This article will explore advanced tips for effective data extraction, shedding light on automation tools, leveraging APIs and web scraping techniques, enhancing […]