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Master Data Management (MDM)

Master Data Management (MDM) needs arise from many different causes - mergers and acquisitions, poor data management practices of the past, legacy systems, ERP and packaged application inconsistencies, and more.

MDM is complex and challenging, but it pays great dividends when done well.

This online training course builds upon experiences of those who have implemented MDM.

You will learn the terminology used, the different styles and architectures of MDM, and the best (and worst) practices for MDM programs.

You will learn:

the concepts and terminology of MDM
the architectural options for MDM implementation
the elements and activities of building an MDM business case
best (and worst) practices for MDM
the important role of related disciplines such as data governance and data quality

This course is geared towards:

All individuals who are planning for or actively involved in an MDM program of work

Course outline-

MDM-01-00 About the Course (6 min)

MDM-01-01 Introduction (38 min)

What is Master Data Management?
What Is Master Data?
Sources of Master Data
Poor Master Data Consequences
Why is Master Data Management So Difficult?
Types of Master Data Managed

MDM-01-02 Best Practice (75 min)

The Business Case for MDM
MDM in Action
MDM Potholes
Best Practices Review

MDM-01-03 Architecture and Technology (94 min)

MDM Architectures
Data Governance
Data Quality

MDM-01-04 Conclusions (16 min)