The term “garbage in, garbage out,” or GIGO, dates back to the earliest days of commercial computing in the mid-20th century. Yet the concept was present more than 100 years earlier at the very dawn of computing. When Charles Babbage first described his difference engine, a member of Parliament asked him whether the machine could generate […]
Data Modeling and Data Models: Not Just for Database Design
“The main purpose of a data model is actually not to design a database – it’s to describe a business,” said Christopher Bradley, information strategist at DMA Advisors. Bradley spoke at a recent Data Architecture Online conference about the purpose of Data Modeling and its role in Data Governance and the modern successful business. Are […]
Denodo Demo: Next-Gen Data Integration – Exploring Denodo’s Dynamic Data Architectures for Modern Enterprises
Download the slides here >> Join us to discover how Denodo’s innovative approach to data integration empowers organizations to eliminate data silos and expedite data access. This session will demonstrate how Denodo delivers data in the language and speed of business, enhancing business agility. We will explore the key components of Denodo’s data architecture, discuss […]
Couchbase Demo: Coding with NoSQL – Vector Search and RAG
Download the slides here >> Do you like the familiarity of SQL, but need the speed and flexibility of JSON data to build adaptive applications? Matthew Groves and Tyler Mitchell will show you how to get the best of both worlds from a single NoSQL database that takes advantage of SQL++, the de facto standard […]
Informatica Demo: How to Automate AI-Powered Data Mesh
Download the slides here >> Using artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in automating the creation of data products in a data mesh has the potential to revolutionize the way you manage your data. By automating the tasks involved in managing a data mesh, AI can free up data professionals to focus on more strategic tasks, […]
Data Governance and AI Governance: Where Do They Intersect?
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming businesses and industries worldwide with new data products and services. A recent Stanford University AI Index Report found that about 55% of companies have already implemented AI in at least one business unit or function. To get the best results, organizations need to connect AI and its data activity with their business strategy. So, […]
ADV Webinar: Every Database Is Multi-Modal – What Does This Mean to an Enterprise?
Download the slides here>> About the Webinar Today’s enterprises have an unprecedented variety of data store choices to meet the needs of their varied workloads. Because there is no one size fits all when it comes to data stores, this can lead to confusion and chaos. Enterprises have many needs for databases, including cache, operational, data […]
Women in Data: Meet BetterAI CEO Angel Vossough
The latest installment in our Q&A series with women leaders in data features Angel Vossough, CEO and co-founder of BetterAI. (Read our previous Q&A here.) Angel Vossough spent over a decade working as a network engineer before she founded her first startup, a data-driven company that helped female professionals excel in their careers. During COVID-19, Vossough […]
Data Ethics 101
The term “data ethics” refers to a set of guidelines that ensure data collection, use, and management processes respect privacy and security while safeguarding fairness. This includes considering the implications of data collection methods, the transparency of algorithms used to process information, and how decisions based on data analysis might affect individuals and communities. What […]
Data-Ed Webinar: Key Elements of a Successful Data Governance Program
Download the slides here>> About the Webinar At its core, Data Governance (DG) is managing data with guidance. This immediately provokes the question: Would you tolerate any of your assets to be managed without guidance? (In all likelihood, your organization has been managing data without adequate guidance and this accounts for its current, less-than-optimal state.) […]