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» A Phased Approach to Enterprise Master Data Management
   Business Intelligence Network article by Colin White that says enterprise master data management (MDM) should always be the objective of any long-term MDM plan, and the secret to implementing this plan is a phased and tactical approach.
   http://www.b-eye-network.com/view/5051

» Analysts Remarks About MDM Don't Inspire Confidence
   IT Business Edge blog from Loraine Lawson on some of her reservations about master data management.
   http://www.itbusinessedge.com/cm/blogs/lawson/analysts-remarks-about-mdm-dont-inspire-confidence/?cs=30545

» Are You Master Of Your Data, Or Its Slave?
   DM Direct article by Andy Hayler on the emerging field of master data management.
   http://www.dmreview.com/dmdirect/20050304/1020858-1.html

» Are You Ready for MDM?
   DestinationCRM.com article by Jessica Tsai reviewing the opening keynote for the 2008 MDM Summit.
   http://www.destinationcrm.com/Articles/CRM-News/Daily-News/Are-You-Ready-for-MDM-51203.aspx

» Are Your Systems Integrators Helping Your CDI Initiative?
   DMReview article by Aaron Zornes on the importance of making sure your preferred systems integrator partner has appropriate project experience.
   http://www.dmreview.com/article_sub.cfm?articleId=1072502

» As Master Data Management Matures, Its Availability Improves
   eWeek.com article from Chris Preimesberger and Jeffrey Burt. With an average cost of $1 million, MDM deployments used to be relegated to only the largest companies in the world. But now new companies are now stepping into the market with creative products
   http://www.eweek.com/c/a/Data-Storage/As-Master-Data-Management-Matures-Its-Availability-Improves/

» Basel II Compliance Drives the Importance of Master Data Management
   B-EYE Network article by Duffie Brunson on Basel II making companies realize that metadata and reference data are key components in controlling the data governance process.
   http://www.b-eye-network.com/view/1769

» Bernie Madoff's Client List vs. MDM: Lessons Learned
   CIO.com article by Thomas Wailgum describing the effort involved with untangling Madoff's web of investor connections.
   http://www.cio.com/article/488060/Bernie_Madoff_s_Client_List_vs._MDM_Software_Lessons_Learned

» Building a Business Case for MDM
   SearchDataManagement.com article from Hannah Smalltree on building the business case for MDM initiatives.
   http://searchcio.techtarget.com/originalContent/0,289142,sid19_gci1152167,00.html

» CDI/MDM market trends and expert forecasts for 2008
   SearchDataManagement.com 2008 MDM market predictions compiled by Jeff Kelly.
   http://searchdatamanagement.techtarget.com/originalContent/0,289142,sid91_gci1287620,00.html

» Common Master Data Management Pitfalls to Avoid
   Information Management article by Jane Griffin on common master data management pitfalls to avoid.
   http://www.information-management.com/issues/20060601/1056284-1.html

» Customer Data Integration and M&A: Hang Over or Make Over
   Information Management article by Aaron Zornes about the complexities involved in corporate mergers and acquisitions.
   http://www.information-management.com/specialreports/20050616/1029770-1.html

» Customer data integration evolves to customer hubs
   SearchDataManagement.com article by Hannah Smalltree. The customer data integration market is moving toward customer hubs, according to Forrester's latest ranking of the top vendors.
   http://searchdatamanagement.techtarget.com/originalContent/0,289142,sid91_gci1238365,00.html

» Data is at the Heart of Enterprise-Wide BI and DW, Part 2
   DMReview article from Robert Farris on the role of master data management in enterprise-wide business intelligence.
   http://www.dmreview.com/article_sub.cfm?articleId=1090389

» Database design: Migrating to the corporate master data management system
   TechRepublic article from Greg Griffiths on the challenges and benefits of migrating to a corporate master data system.
   http://articles.techrepublic.com.com/5100-22-5112501.html

» Defining Master Data
   Business Intelligence Network article by David Loshin that argues a solid definition is required for the concept of master data.
   http://www.b-eye-network.com/view/2918

» Dysfunctional Data Hubs - 2006-07 Strategic Planning Assumptions for CDI-MDM and Business Services
   Information Management article by Aaron Zornes covering the CDI Institute research community's views on the CDI-MDM roadmap.
   http://www.information-management.com/specialreports/20060119/1046451-1.html

» Entity Resolution Systems vs. Match Merge/Merge Purge/List De-duplication Systems
   Weblog entry from Jeff Jonas describing the difference between Entity Resolution Systems and Match Merge/Merge Purge systems, which is an area that is often important in master data management.
   http://jeffjonas.typepad.com/jeff_jonas/2007/09/entity-resoluti.html

» Gartner, Forrester take on Vendor Claims
   SearchDataManagement.com article by Hannah Smalltree. To combat confusion, Forrester and Gartner released frameworks for evaluating master data management technology.
   http://searchdatamanagement.techtarget.com/originalContent/0,289142,sid91_gci1233124,00.html?bucket=NEWS&topic=302168

» Getting Started on Master Data Management
   SearchOracle.com article by Mark Brunelli covering Cliff Longman's views of what you need to know before embarking on a master data management (MDM) initiative.
   http://searchoracle.techtarget.com/originalContent/0,289142,sid41_gci1172051,00.html

» How Big Deals Affect MDM Competitors, Customers
   IT Business Edge article by Loraine Lawson summarizing a busy start for the year for master data management.
   http://www.itbusinessedge.com/cm/blogs/lawson/how-big-deals-affect-mdm-competitors-customers/?cs=39222

» How MDM Affects Integration – and Integration Vendors
   IT Business Edge article on the complementary relationship between MDM vendors and EAI vendors.
   http://www.itbusinessedge.com/item/?ci=42636

» How Master Data Management Unified Financial Reporting at Nationwide Insurance
   CIO.com article by Thomas Wailgum about how Nationwide brought siloed and scattered corporate data into focus.
   http://www.cio.com/article/167452/How_Master_Data_Management_Unified_Financial_Reporting_at_Nationwide_Insurance/1

» How to Be an MDM Process Owner
   Information Management Magazine article by Dan Power providing tips on being an MDM process owner.
   http://www.information-management.com/issues/20_5/how_to_be_an_mdm_process_owner-10018769-1.html

» IBM looks to 'master' unruly data
   News.com article from Martin LaMonica describing the pieces IBM has compiled to take on the master data management market.
   http://news.cnet.com/2100-1012_3-5951551.html

» Informatica Buyout of Siperian Good News for MDM Shoppers
   IT Business Edge article by Loraine Lawson on why the purchase of Siperian by Informatica is good news for MDM shoppers.
   http://www.itbusinessedge.com/cm/blogs/lawson/informatica-buyout-of-siperian-good-news-for-mdm-shoppers/?cs=39090

» Information Strategy: The Master Data Management Challenge
   Information Management article by Jane Griffin on the challenges facing master data management.
   http://www.information-management.com/issues/20050501/1026072-1.html

» Is MDM All Hype?
   SearchDataManagement.com article from Hannah Smalltree that says the new emphasis on master data management (MDM) technology isn't resonating with everyone. Does MDM really warrant the hype?
   http://searchcio.techtarget.com/originalContent/0,289142,sid19_gci1153226,00.html

» Justifying and Implementing Master Data Management
   Information Management article by William McKnight on justifying and implementing MDM solutions.
   http://www.information-management.com/issues/20060401/1051165-1.html

» Kalido's Master Data Management Approach Suits Big Companies
   ADTmag.com article by John K. Waters on Shell's approach to master data management.
   http://adtmag.com/articles/2005/06/06/kalidos-master-data-management-approach-suits-big-companies.aspx

» MDM Enthuses, Confuses BI, DM Pros
   Enterprise Systems article by Stephen Swoyer about ongoing enthusiasm and confusion about MDM by data management professionals.
   http://esj.com/articles/2006/11/29/mdm-enthuses-confuses-bi-dm-pros.aspx

» MDM May Change Your Life…or Not
   Article in The Register by Mark Whitehorn that considers if MDM is really a breakthrough technology or just another acronym?
   http://www.regdeveloper.co.uk/2006/04/26/mdm_acronym/

» MDM and its value in CRM
   DestinationCRM article by Marshall Lager that suggests studies and service offerings point to the need for better information herding.
   http://www.destinationcrm.com/articles/default.asp?ArticleID=5491

» MDM and the Question of Data Back-Integration
   Business Intelligence Network article by David Loshin on issues involved with using MDM to provide a “round-trip” integration process for all of your master data objects.
   http://www.b-eye-network.com/view/3682

» MDM is One of the Fastest-Growing Software Segments in 2008
   Information Management article on the Gartner projection that worldwide master data management software revenue is on pace to total $1.3 billion in 2008.
   http://www.information-management.com/news/10002239-1.html

» Master Brewer
   Information Age article by Kenny MacIver on Labatt bringing consistency to its data with master data management.
   http://www.information-age.com/article/2006/december_2006/master_brewer

» Master Data Management - It’s About Information Not Technology
   ZDNet Government Weblog entry by Ramon Padilla Jr. on organizational challenges that explain why data-sharing is more than just a technology problem.
   http://government.zdnet.com/?p=1699

» Master Data Management - What is it?
   BusinessIntelligence.com article by Dave Waddington that says advancements in information management, such as master data management, can provide a focal point for data quality.
   http://www.businessintelligence.com/researchi.asp?id=97

» Master Data Management Market Expanding
   Information Management article by David Waddington describing Ventana Research's view of the master data management market.
   http://www.information-management.com/infodirect/20050715/1032603-1.html

» Master Data Management Meets SOA
   SOA World article from John Kalogirou on the intersection of MDM and SOA.
   http://soa.sys-con.com/node/366853

» Master Data Management a Key Strategic Priority Say Global 2000 Users
   Master data management has emerged as a key strategic priority for some of the world's largest companies.
   http://www.dmreview.com/article_sub.cfm?articleId=1038178

» Master Data Management and Customer Data Integration - Folks Don't Get It
   Business Intelligence Network article by Colin White that says MDM and C-MDM solutions must employ an enterprise-wide approach to data integration, data quality and metadata management.
   http://www.b-eye-network.com/view/2432?jsessionid=56e3e9184b40a557b71fd94e56181cac

» Master Data Management for Information Management
   Intelligent Enterprise article by Mark Smith that suggests companies should abandon conventional wisdom and invest in their architecture.
   http://www.intelligententerprise.com/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=55800289

» Master Data Management is a Program
   BI Review article by Scott Lee on the MDM approach taken by R.R. Donnelley.
   http://www.bireview.com/article.cfm?articleid=300

» Master Data Management: Companies Struggle to Find the Truth in Massive Data Flows
   CIO.com article by Thomas Wailgum on the struggle for companies to get to "one version of the truth" with their master data.
   http://www.cio.com/article/372163/Master_Data_Management_Companies_Struggle_to_Find_the_Truth_in_Massive_Data_Flows/1

» Master Data Management: Cross-System Assessment
   Information Management article by Tim Walsh that provides an overview for a cross-system data quality assessment and master data management strategy.
   http://www.information-management.com/issues/20040101/7911-1.html

» Master Data Management: Service Providers Are Starting To Address the Mess
   AMR Research note that says the services component of a Master Data Management (MDM) initiative is substantial, and service providers are rising to the occasion. Because MDM initiatives require skills across the technology spectrum, service providers are
   http://www.amrresearch.com/Content/View.asp?pmillid=18474

» Master Data Management: Truth Behind the Hype
   CIO.com article by Thomas Wailgum suggesting that master data management may be sneaking up on SOA as the most overused IT buzzword.
   http://www.cio.com/article/110558/Master_Data_Management_Truth_Behind_the_Hype

» Master Data Needs Managing Too
   Computerworld article by Heather Havenstein that says managing master data requires different technologies and processes than managing metadata, though users say the effort is just as important.
   http://www.computerworld.com/softwaretopics/software/apps/story/0,10801,103298,00.html

» Master Data Standards and Data Exchange
   Information Management article from David Loshin looks at a case study involving the exchange of data using what are thought to be commonly defined data standards. (Registration required.)
   http://www.information-management.com/issues/20050801/1033586-1.html

» Master Data Synchronization – Assessing Requirements
   Business Intelligence Network article by David Loshin that says there are characteristics associated with maintaining the synchronization and consistency of master data that impose implementation constraints when implementing master data consolidation and
   http://www.b-eye-network.com/view/6751

» Master Data versus Reference Data
   Information Management article by Malcolm Chisholm attempting to draw some distinctions between master data and reference data.
   http://www.information-management.com/issues/20060401/1051002-1.html

» Master Data: The Linkage between Business Functions and Business Processes
   Information Management article by Jonathan Wu that says master data is the linkage between business functions and business processes.
   http://www.information-management.com/issues/20050801/1033570-1.html

» Master Data: Think Globally, Start Locally
   Intelligent Enterprise article from Doug Henschen that notes that BI, transaction optimization and SOA ambitions are driving master data management. His advice is think broadly, get in incrementally and prepare for the leg work.
   http://www.intelligententerprise.com/channels/customer/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=202103878

» Master Plan
   Information Age article by Kenny MacIver that says master data management aims to address one of IT’s most troubling issues.
   http://www.information-age.com/articles/284531/master-plan.thtml

» Master data management 'coming of age'
   OneStopClick article on the rate of expansion in the master data management market.
   http://hosting.onestopclick.com/technology_news/master-data-management-coming-of-age_18028286.htm

» Master data management is key to compliance
   Network World article by James Kobielus that says companies cook the books at their own peril.
   http://www.networkworld.com/columnists/2006/060506kobielus.html?page=1

» Master data management market trends and expert forecasts for 2009
   SearchDataManagement.com article from Jeff Kelly summarizing predictions for the MDM market for 2009.
   http://searchdatamanagement.techtarget.com/news/article/0,289142,sid91_gci1344090,00.html

» Master data management must start with data governance
   SearchDataManagement.com article by Jeff Kelly suggesting that success in MDM rests on managing data governance and data quality, as well as people.
   http://searchdatamanagement.techtarget.com/news/article/0,289142,sid91_gci1316278,00.html

» Master data management trends and issues
   SearchDataManagement.com article by Hannah Smalltree reviewing the first TDWI MDM event.
   http://searchdatamanagement.techtarget.com/news/article/0,289142,sid91_gci1304691,00.html

» Master data management: forgiveness for all past sins?
   Network World article by Thomas Wailgum Newly about one potential reason why many enterprises' interest in master data management is growing.
   http://www.networkworld.com/news/2008/061708-master-data-management-forgiveness-for.html

» Mastering Master Data
   BI Network article from Richard Skriletz explaining why master data is a business problem first.
   http://www.b-eye-network.com/view/4311

» Mastering Master Data - no hesitation, repetition or deviation
   IT-Analysis.com article by Harriet Fryman on the criticality of MDM fueling considerable vendor activity. She says some vendors are still at the marketing message stage while others have tangible solutions.
   http://www.it-analysis.com/article.php?articleid=12895

» Mastering Master Data Management
   Information Management article from Lou Agosta that says master data is pervasive and fundamental to business success and that companies should address it strategically.
   http://www.information-management.com/news/1059676-1.html

» Merging MDM Silos
   IT-Director.com article by Philip Howard taking the position that the market has now recognised that a siloed approach to MDM is a no-no.
   http://www.it-director.com/technology/applications/content.php?cid=9087

» Microsoft Acquires Stratature
   Microsoft will cease new sales of Stratature and will integrate +EDM technology into its product offerings.
   http://www.intelligententerprise.com/channels/enterprise_applications/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=199902418

» New Names, Old Tricks? CDI, MDM, EII
   Information Management article by David Loshin exploring the relationship between CDI, MDM, and EII. (Registration required.)
   http://www.information-management.com/issues/20050701/1031241-1.html

» Petty Power Plays Biggest Obstacle for Master Data Management
   IT Business Edge article from Loraine Lawson on organizational control issues in MDM projects.
   http://www.itbusinessedge.com/blogs/mia/?p=345

» Primer: Master Data Management
   Baseline Magazine article by S Jae Yang providing a primer for master data management.
   http://www.baselinemag.com/article2/0,1397,1826593,00.asp

» Serving Many Masters
   DestinationCRM article by James Kobielus advocating that customer data and business data must be controlled through master data management.
   http://www.destinationcrm.com/articles/default.asp?ArticleID=7835

» Seven Reasons Customer Data Integration Projects Fail
   SearchDataManagement.com article by Hannah Smalltree on common pitfalls to avoid on customer data integration projects.
   http://searchsap.techtarget.com/originalContent/0,289142,sid21_gci1171350,00.html

» Seven master data management best practices
   SearchCIO.com article by Hannah Smalltree. Early adopters of master data management share best practices and potential pitfalls.
   http://searchcio.techtarget.com/originalContent/0,289142,sid19_gci1197441,00.html

» Ten Tips for Master Data Management Success
   Enterprise Systems article by Cliff Longman exploring things companies can do to prepare for organizational MDM initiatives.
   http://esj.com/articles/2008/06/25/ten-tips-for-master-data-management-success.aspx

» The Data Strategy Advisor: Master Data Management
   Information Management article by Lou Agosta that discusses an old problem that continues to challenge both users and vendors.
   http://www.information-management.com/issues/20050701/1031132-1.html

» The Fourth Generation of MDM
   Information Management article by Aaron Zornes that highlights the various functionalities necessary for future master data management implementations.
   http://www.information-management.com/issues/20071001/1093511-1.html

» The Fun Begins With Structure
   Intelligent Enterprise Magazine article hy David Stodder that asks the question "Will master data management open new doors for BI?"
   http://www.intelligententerprise.com/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=163100825

» The Next Wave of Data Management
   Intelligent Enterprise Magazine article by Jill Dych and Evan Levy. The search for better data management practices has led to data stewardship and data governance efforts, but confusion over roles and disconnects between IT and the business have led to g
   http://www.intelligententerprise.com/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=189500842

» The Politics of Master Data Management and Data Governance
   Information Management article by Dan Power on mapping the political landscape of MDM projects.
   http://www.information-management.com/issues/2007_45/10000894-1.html

» The Relationship Between Master Data Management and Data Quality
   Information Management article by Dan Power on the importance of MDM projects having a data quality component.
   http://www.information-management.com/news/10001823-1.html

» The Search for One Truth
   Intelligent Enterprise article by Susana Schwartz that says master data management is about services-based delivery of clean, consistent data, but companies have to get stakeholders to agree to terms.
   http://www.intelligententerprise.com/channels/infomanagement/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=177105347

» Third Generation CDI-MDM Solutions
   DMReview article by Aaron Zornes on indicators for a 3G MDM solution.
   http://www.dmreview.com/article_sub.cfm?articleId=1075100

» Understanding Master Data Management and Customer Data Integration
   B-EYE Network article by Colin White describing the similarities between MDM and CDI.
   http://www.b-eye-network.com/view/1420?jsessionid=89592a2ceee12aec5291621a518e312b

» Uniqueness, Identity, Nonidentifiability and Governance
   Business Intelligence Network article by David Loshin that argues an organization’s policies must be fully integrated and deployed as part of the master data management program, not just as an add-on.
   http://www.b-eye-network.com/view/3271?jsessionid=08f1ac1153b8be1de82d6c13ebc602f2

» What IT Needs to Know about Master Data Initiatives
   IT Business Edge article by Loraine Lawson describing the key aspects of master data projects for IT.
   http://www.itbusinessedge.com/blogs/mia/?p=311

» What is Master Data?
   Business Intelligence Network article and podcast by Malcolm Chisholm that attempts to define the term 'master data'.
   http://www.b-eye-network.com/view/6758

» Why Customer Data Integration (CDI) Projects Fail
   BusinessIntelligence.com article by Anurag Wadehra on pitfalls involving CDI projects, especially those that affect scalability.
   http://www.businessintelligence.com/article.asp?id=163

» Will Master Data Management and ETL Overlap?
   Blog entry by Loraine Lawson on cross-pollination between MDM and ETL.
   http://www.itbusinessedge.com/blogs/mia/?p=382