Archive for August, 2011

Process Rules! A Look at Master Process Management

Should master process management have its own “space” within Information Management? Stephan Zoder looks at whether processes can be considered a type of master data.

25 Years of DB2: Julian Stuhler

IBM Champion for DB2 Julian Stuhler has a wealth of DB2 experience and knowledge. He talks about how DB2 and its community have grown, shares his favorite resources, and gives some highlights from the DB2 10 release.

Join Us: Sharing Data for Smarter Healthcare

Chad Cosper previews our fantastic Sept 14-15 summit, IBM Exchange 2011: Initiate Information Sharing. Hear how IBM is transforming healthcare, the growing role of analytics and how to prepare to support ACOs and meaningful use.

No More Tootsie Pop Security

Does your organization have Tootsie Pop security? Bryan discusses the pitfalls of having a hard, crunchy security exterior with a squishy interior.

CMM is Actually High-Frequency, Social MDM

Expanding on his recent post on Customer Motivation Management (CMM), Stephan explains the fundamental shift that organizations must make in how they collect and use data if they want to truly understand their customers.

Can a Provider Index Save You from Embarrassment?

Not only is bad provider identification embarrassing, but it can also risk patient safety and violate privacy regulations. Chad Cosper examines the keys to a successful provider index.

Keeping Trains Rolling, Saving Minds, & Time Travel: DM Magazine

How can predictive analytics help predict when trains will need maintenance? Can existing medical data determine whether a stroke patient is at risk of a fatal complication? Crysta reviews the current issue of DM Magazine.

Content Managers Unite: Michelle Christensen

IBM Champion for Enterprise Content Management Michelle Christensen spoke with us about how ECM has developed, the future of the industry, and the importance of sharing information and best practices with a community of users.

Tales of the Disgruntled DBA

How do you protect your organization’s sensitive data from the whims of a disgruntled employee? Kim Madia poses the question, “How can access to enterprise databases be protected, monitored and audited?” and discusses potential policies and solutions.

More Big Changes Ahead in Healthcare – Is Your House in Order?

Are you getting your healthcare house in order to prepare for Meaningful Use, payment reform and other changes? Michelle Blackmer identifies three key steps that can help you on your journey, and poses several questions for consideration.