Tag Archive for ‘multidomain MDM’

Key Facets of Data for MDM Success: Domains, Entities & Models

As you build a roadmap for MDM, you must consider some of the most important facets of data: data domains, entities and high-level data models. To succeed with MDM, you must grasp how the three work together, especially as you explore more complex architectures.

Preview: MDM Summit Europe

The MDM Summit Europe is this week, and we’re looking forward to a great show! Initiate will be involved with two sessions: a case study on Opening New Market Channels through Single Customer view, and a session on MDM-Powered Applications.

Series: Multidomain MDM

Many organizations are beginning to look beyond a single domain of MDM and branch out into multidomain MDM. Indeed, there are many practical applications of multidomain MDM. But if you’re just dipping into the multidomain MDM pool, how do you start? This multidomain MDM series will cover some of the key definitions, architectures and considerations for [...]

Transforming Data Warehouses With SOA

Leveraging SOA can really transform your data warehouse ecosystem. Marty reviews several examples of how SOA can go beyond web services to make your data warehouse sing.

Part 9: The Business Case Analysis

A business case analysis must always come first when working on your multidomain MDM strategy. What are the first questions that your enterprise architect should answer?

Part 8: Choosing the Best Model

What are the benefits and drawbacks of the three main architecture models for MDM? How do you make the best choice for your organization? Marty Moseley evaluates your options.

Part 7: Centralized Models: Complete but Expensive

A centralized MDM model is like a registry model turned on its head. Learn the advantages and potential drawbacks.

Part 6: Hybrids Are Fast, But Redundancy can Increase Risks

The major benefit of the hybrid architectural model for MDM is faster performance, because complex objects already have all of the data they need to satisfy a request under their control.

Part 5: Registry Models: Leaner, but Slower

Of the three types of multidomain MDM architectures, registry models, also known as federated models, are the leanest. However, with the lightweight size of the model comes a slower response times. For some organizations, this is the best bet, however.

Part 4: The 3 Types of Multidomain MDM Architectures

There are three main types of multidomain MDM architectures: registry, hybrid and centralized. What are they, and how do you choose the best one for your needs?