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The Evolution of Data Modeling – by Ron Huizenga
When we review the evolution of new data architecture and development methodologies, along with the corresponding changes in corporate culture, we...
The Challenge of Master Data Modeling – by David Loshin
I had a recent email exchange in which a customer was looking for guidance in developing data models for master data entities used across multiple...
Comprehensive Data Security Requires Metadata – by Rob Loranger
Anthem Inc. – 80,000,000 records stolen; Sony Pictures – 100 terabytes of data stolen; JP Morgan Chase – 70,000,000 records stolen; and EBay –...
Now available: Data Architect 10.0.2
We are pleased to let you know that a minor point release for Data Architect 10.0 is now available! Version 10.0.2 contains a few enhancements from...
Embrace the Future of Data Architecture: Make the Switch to ER/Studio
Sometimes you need to face the inevitable: the tool selected years ago is not the one you need for the future. Have you been struggling with...
Integrating Data from Multiple Sources: Making Sense of Conformable Data – by David Loshin, Knowledge Integrity
This is the third post in this series. Read the previous post. In my last post, the discussion focused on the ability to infer metadata about...
10 Physical Data Modeling Blunders – Are You Making Them?
Karen Lopez 10 Physical Data Modeling Blunders from Karen Lopez One of my favourite presentation themes is talking about gotchas, blunders and...
Why Do Data Modelers Experience So Much Conflict on Agile Projects?
I spoke about agile methods, including Scrum, and data modeling in my Heart of Data Modeling webinar this month. One of the topics I touched upon...
NoSQL and Big Data Modeling: 10 Tips for Data Modelers and Architects
Earlier this year I did a webinar for Embarcadero on where data modeling fits in the big data and NoSQL worlds. You can still watch that...
Building Your Very First Data Model From Scratch
Section 1: Creating a Data Model In this section, we will be learning how to create a data model from scratch using ER/Studio Data Architect. See...
Seven Deadly Sins of Database Design
If you don’t get the data right, nothing else matters. However, the business focus on applications often overshadows the priority for a...