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Data governance can sometimes feel like a daunting endeavor. But honestly, it doesn't have to be. Fundamentally, it's about creating an environment where data is trusted, secure, and easily accessible to the people who need it while ensuring that all this is done within a framework that keeps your organization…

Scalable data governance is an approach that enables an organization’s data governance framework to grow right along with the organization itself. As the data ecosystem expands in terms of data volume, complexity, and various use cases, scalable data governance ensures that the governance structure remains effective. This framework is designed…

I recently had an insightful conversation with a former colleague about the growing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) enablement and how the data these solutions manage plays a critical role in AI's effectiveness. We started by discussing the sheer amount of data that PLM solutions…

I really enjoy talking about data governance and wonder why more people don’t embark on the journey. In this blog, I will explore "How to best approach data governance." To approach data governance effectively, it's important to follow a strategic and structured approach. Here are some key steps to follow:…

In a recent CIMdata webinar I did with my colleague Craig Brown, the topic of “Why” data governance is crucial for complex product development was described. Here is a summary of the reasons “Why.” Data Consistency & Accuracy: Complex product development involves numerous teams, departments, and stakeholders working together. Data…

As a result of my recent blog, data governance vs. data management, I was asked what the difference was between digitization and digitalization. I think many times, conversations are often messy when they lack clear definitions of key terms. In this blog, I will highlight the distinction between digitization and…