Many people see the dictionary as a thing of unquestionable authority, with words and meanings that rarely change. Likewise, in corporate culture, business leaders often mistake the business glossary – a collection of data-related terms and definitions used within an organization – as being static, straightforward, and simple to develop and maintain. Timothy Mulholland, associate manager and […]
The Data Governance Wake-Up Call From the OpenAI Breach
Shockwaves reverberated throughout the political and tech ecosystems this summer when OpenAI – the creator of ChatGPT – admitted it had been breached. The breach, which involved an outsider gaining access to internal messaging systems, left many worried that a national adversary could do the same and potentially weaponize generative AI technologies. National security aside, the […]
What Is Active Metadata and Why Does It Matter?
Metadata is like the secret sauce of the internet. You type a word or phrase in a search engine, press enter, and the information you’re looking for appears (usually). An action that once seemed “indistinguishable from magic,” to quote the third of Arthur C. Clarke’s three laws, is now as commonplace as heating up leftovers in […]
The Secret to RAG Optimization: Expert Human Intervention
As the use of generative AI (GenAI) grows exponentially, developers have turned their attention to improving the technology. According to EMARKETER, nearly 117 million people in the U.S. are expected to use GenAI in 2025, a 1,400% increase over just 7.8 million users in 2022. More demand means more scrutiny and increased demand for higher-quality products, and […]
Book of the Month: Insights from “Humanizing Data Strategy”
Welcome to our new series, “Book of the Month.” In this series, we will explore new books in the data management space, highlighting how thought leaders are driving innovation and shaping the future. This month, we’re grabbing a cup of coffee, settling into our favorite reading nook, and diving into “Humanizing Data Strategy: Leading Data […]
How to Win the War Against Bad Master Data
Master data lays the foundation for your supplier and customer relationships. It identifies who you are doing business with, how you will do business with them, and how you will pay them or vice versa – not to mention it can prevent fraud, fines, and errors. However, teams often fail to reap the full benefits […]
AAA Webinar: AI and Data Management
Download the slides here>> About the Webinar In this webinar, we will dive deep into the unique challenges of managing the quality, security, and transparency of AI applications. We will also discuss how to use the power of AI to up-level your current data management practices. About the Speaker Nick White CEO and Founder, Data […]
Avoiding the Pitfalls: Don’t Rush Chatbot Deployment
AI has rapidly emerged as a status symbol for companies worldwide because it signifies innovation and a commitment to staying ahead of technological trends. This has prompted the critical question, “Who can implement it first?” by businesses eager to position themselves as leaders in the field and distinguish themselves from competitors lagging in the AI […]
Choosing a Data Quality Tool: What, Why, How
Data-driven organizations are in a race to collect the information that modern analytics techniques rely on to generate insights and guide business decisions. The ever-growing flow of data into business systems challenges companies to devise new techniques for ensuring the quality of the data as its quantity skyrockets. Data quality tool vendors are rising to […]
Cloud Transition for Startups: Overcoming Data Management Challenges and Best Practices
For startups, transitioning to the cloud from on-prem is more than a technical upgrade – it’s a strategic pivot toward greater agility, innovation, and market responsiveness. While the cloud promises unparalleled scalability and flexibility, navigating the transition can be complex. Here’s a straightforward guide to overcoming key challenges and making the most of cloud computing. Streamlining […]