Deloitte’s 2023 global survey found that the threats posed by climate change are a top issue for the C-suite. Despite this, most organizations are lagging in their efforts to address the challenge, with KPMG finding that 75% of companies are not ready to have their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data audited. And with new data regulations coming into […]
Data Governance vs. Data Management
When managers and workers discuss Data Governance (DG), a business program that supports harmonized data activities, vs. Data Management (DM), a comprehensive collection of practices, concepts, and processes dedicated to leveraging data assets, they often use the terms interchangeably. Sometimes, both words point to the same concepts, and these conversations remain productive. At other times, switching between […]
Key-Value Databases Demystified
In 1966, a DEC PDP-7 computer was delivered to the Massachusetts General Hospital without any programming. The hospital had invested in a computer but had no way to run it. At this time, there was very little in the way of software options, operating systems, or database support. The hospital did, however, have access to […]
Blockchain-Powered Cybersecurity: Fortifying Digital Defenses in a Decentralized World
In today’s digital age, where data breaches and cyberattacks have become increasingly common, the need for robust cybersecurity measures is more critical than ever. Traditional centralized security systems have proven to be vulnerable to hacking and manipulation, leading to significant losses for individuals and businesses alike. However, emerging technologies like blockchain offer a promising solution […]
Managing a Freelance Data Science Team
In this dynamic era, the freelance economy is experiencing an unprecedented boom, significantly reshaping the work landscape. This shift is leading to the increasing prominence of freelance management, which includes sourcing, coordinating, and retaining independent talent in a strategic manner. This article particularly focuses on how to manage a freelance data science team, a trend […]
Data-Ed Webinar: Strategy Is Where Data Architecture and Data Governance Collide
Download the slides here>> About the Webinar While “collide” is perhaps a strong term to use to describe the key area where Data Architecture and Data Governance interact, it does provide motivation to perhaps calm the traffic and avoid further collisions. In order to harmoniously interact, architecture and governance must literally be working from […]
How to Leverage Data Management for Efficient Patient Billing
Better transparency of expenses gives great insights to patients. It also helps healthcare organizations in managing patient billing processes. But how to get this transparency in the system has always been a question for many. After thorough research, I found that proper management of patient data can do wonders for the healthcare sector. Do you want to […]
Understanding Data Observability Tools
Data observability tools have become increasingly important as businesses rely more and more on data-driven decision-making. These tools are used to support the data’s reliability, consistency, and accuracy throughout the business. Data observability has become necessary for developing trustworthy data and diagnosing data flow problems that interfere with the business’s objectives. Data observability tools normally […]
Data Management and Analytics: Are You Ready for These Worlds to Collide?
The once-disconnected worlds of data management and analytics are increasingly colliding in front of our eyes, even if not everybody sees it. We are in the midst of a quiet revolution and entering a new era in which all the key ingredients for successful decision-making are coming together. That combination will see the emergence of […]
It’s Not All Clean Rooms: Pushing for a Wider Data Collaboration Category
In the rush to enrich customer data and display digital advertisements in a “privacy-sensitive fashion,” the ad industry has adopted data clean room (DCR) technology as the best path forward. There are clear benefits to rapid industry adoption – namely, increasing recognition in the industry of the need to adopt new technology that protects consumer […]