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The gradual evolution of master data management software

Master data management began with a bang, then hit roadblocks due to complexity. Now, MDM is shifting toward more pragmatic projects tied to data governance.

By Andy Hayler • Sept. 27, 2018

Mining equipment maker uses BI on Hadoop to dig for data

BI on Hadoop is still new, but moving BI to data is trending. A data scientist working with IoT data at Komatsu sees the importance of getting big data to the right people.

By Jack Vaughan • Sept. 26, 2018

5 trends driving the big data evolution

The speedy evolution of big data technologies is connected to five trends, including practical applications of machine learning and cheap, abundantly available compute resources.

By Mike Matchett • Sept. 21, 2018

4 strategies to beat the SQL Server 2008 support cutoff

The looming end of SQL Server 2008 extended support should spur database teams into action. Consider these four options to extend security updates or migrate your aging SQL Server systems.

By Robert Sheldon • Sept. 17, 2018

Containers key for Hortonworks alliance on big data hybrid

Hortonworks is joining with Red Hat and IBM to work together on a hybrid big data architecture format that will run using containers both in the cloud and on premises.

By Jack Vaughan • Sept. 13, 2018

What is the best structure for data governance programs?

The optimal approach to a data governance framework includes a program team, a data governance council and stewards. Expert Anne Marie Smith explains what role each group plays.

By Anne Marie Smith, Ph.D. • Sept. 12, 2018

Big data tooling rolls with the changing seas of analytics

Hadoop data tooling is expanding. A view holds that Hadoop is moving from alternate data warehousing to a full-fledged big data analytics offering.

By Jack Vaughan • Sept. 7, 2018

Graph processing gives credit analysis firms an edge

A graph database startup's parallel loading, processing and querying combine to deliver real-time data for fintech firms that offer fast credit evaluations online.

By Jack Vaughan • Sept. 4, 2018

SQL Server high availability best practices in the cloud

The cloud isn't immune to system failures. You can increase database uptime and prevent data losses with these high availability best practices for SQL Server in the cloud.

By Lindsay Moore • Aug. 30, 2018

5 to-dos for your GDPR compliance checklist

It's never too late to fine-tune your GDPR strategy. Expert Anne Marie Smith suggests a current state analysis of your PII protections, drafting a data privacy policy and more.

By Anne Marie Smith, Ph.D. • Aug. 30, 2018

Chief data officer skills tested by AI tech blitz

A reporter's notebook from a recent MIT symposium provides insights on chief data officer needs, as the AI wave starts to hit CDOs and affects them more than most other tech trends.

By Jack Vaughan • Aug. 16, 2018

Open source RDBMS uses spurred by lower costs, cloud options

Open source technologies have become more capable alternatives to mainstream relational databases for cost-conscious users -- and the cloud makes them more accessible.

By Jack Vaughan • Aug. 16, 2018

2 ways to attach SQL Server database files to Linux containers

SQL Server files can be stored outside of Docker containers in host directories or volumes. Here's how to set up SQL Server on Linux databases and attach them to containers.

By Michael Otey • Aug. 16, 2018

Why data quality tools matter in today’s organizations

Data is everywhere -- but is it good? Data quality tools could answer that question and help save time and money. So why don't more organizations use the technology?

By Andy Hayler • Aug. 15, 2018

GDPR checklist items data managers might have overlooked

Now that the General Data Protection Regulation has been implemented, it's a good time for organizations to make sure they haven't missed any GDPR best practices.

By George Lawton • Aug. 9, 2018

Confluent Platform 5.0 aims to mainstream Kafka streaming

Confluent Platform updates seek to bring data streaming with Apache Kafka to a wider audience. A new GUI and user-defined functions are part of the 5.0 release.

By Jack Vaughan • Aug. 8, 2018

Open source DBMS software gains foothold in enterprise IT

Open source databases are increasingly making their way into corporate IT environments, says Gartner analyst Merv Adrian in a Q&A. But some care is required.

By Craig Stedman • Aug. 2, 2018

How to manage data and the GDPR right to be forgotten

The General Data Protection Regulation requires organizations to delete personally identifiable information if customers ask -- which can be a challenge. Experts offer four tips.

By George Lawton • July 31, 2018

Data integration tools: SnapLogic update rewards solution selling

SnapLogic rolled out incentives for building solutions that combine its app and data integration tools with its technology partners' offerings; other channel news from the week.

By Spencer Smith and John Moore • July 27, 2018

How to attach databases to custom SQL Server containers

Deploying SQL Server in Docker containers for production applications typically requires custom containers. Here are guidelines on how to attach databases to them.

By Michael Otey • July 24, 2018

Focus, scope and spotting opportunity are key to role of CDO

Chief data officers and experts see the CDO role as changing to a more strategic orientation -- especially finding key opportunities in vast troves of data.

By Jack Vaughan • July 19, 2018

Good data quality for machine learning is an analytics must

As companies add machine learning applications, they need to really understand -- and be able to improve -- their data. That's where data quality initiatives come in.

By David Teich • July 19, 2018

Six sample databases for SQL Server and how to find them

SQL Server sample databases are useful for test and dev, but they can be difficult to parse. Use this SQL database sample overview to decide which to use and how to access them.

By Michael Otey • July 17, 2018

Chief data officer role: Searching for consensus

The chief data officer role is about many things -- regulations, innovation, AI and more. Consultant Randy Bean discussed the matter ahead of an MIT symposium on the topic.

By Jack Vaughan • July 16, 2018

A quick tutorial on SQL Server maintenance plans

SQL Server maintenance plans get a bad rap, but for DBAs who need a simple way to maintain databases, Microsoft's built-in tools are a good place to start.

By Robert Sheldon • July 16, 2018