By: Katina Fischer CDMP, CIPM When we look at the discipline of Data Management, most will quickly recognize that the core concepts surrounding governance are not new; they have been around for a very long time, going back decades, really. In fact, this very DAMA Portland Chapter started in 1985. While the technology around us…
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A Focus on the Fundamentals: What is Data Management and Why Do We Need It
What is Data Management? As defined by DAMA-I, Data Management is the development, execution, and supervision of plans, policies, programs and practices that deliver, control, protect and enhance the value of data and the information assets throughout their lifecycle. While there are fundamental principles that can be applied regardless of your industry or organization, how we apply and implement those principles to facilitate this will be slightly different for every organization.