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  • Where two streets have one name

    Discover the complexities of automated matching in South Africa when two streets have one name, creating data quality challenges. Read about English and Afrikaans street names like Church Street vs Kerkstraat, and inconsistent abbreviations. Learn… Read more

  • How big is BIG data?

    Discover the truth about big data and its challenges in data management. Learn why volume alone doesn’t define big data and explore the foundations to exploit its potential. Read more

  • The data quality cookbook

    Just as using fresh, seasonal ingredients is crucial in cooking, high-quality data is fundamental for any organization’s triumph. Uncover the root cause of poor data quality and learn how data governance and automation play key… Read more

  • The Impact of Missing Specialists in Data Management

    Discover the importance of specialists in data management with insights from South Africa’s cricket team. Learn how assembling a strong data management team and implementing world-class solutions can ensure success in your data projects. Read more

  • How important is quality data for matching?

    Learn why quality data is crucial for accurate matching of address data. Discover the challenges of geocoding and the risks of fuzzy matching with poor-quality data. Read more

  • Don’t confuse the cows – Data governance approach

    Learn how a data governance approach can improve data quality in your organization. Discover the relevance of embracing change and leveraging automation to unlock the true value of your enterprise information asset. Read more

  • Does “single vendor” mean “fully integrated”? A Guide to Selecting Data Management tools

    Learn about the importance of selecting the right data management tools in this guide. Discover how relying solely on analyst rankings, like Gartner Magic Quadrant, may not ensure full integration. Understand the advantages of multi-vendor… Read more

  • Data Quality: The Key to Unlocking the Value of Your Enterprise Information Asset

    Unlock the value of your enterprise information asset with data quality! Discover how change is constant in the world of IT, but the underlying data remains crucial. Learn about data governance and why investing in… Read more

  • Data versus Information

    Explore the age-old debate about the difference between data and information. Learn why proponents argue that data is a technical term, while information gains buy-in and support for business initiatives. Read more

  • Data. Business enabler or business nightmare?

    Discover the power of data management as a strategic business enabler in the dynamic enterprise landscape. Learn how businesses are embracing data governance and quality to unlock the value in their information assets. Gain insights… Read more