The idea of a Common Data Architecture began about 20 years ago when the author was trying to understand and manage massive quantities of disparate data across multiple jurisdictions. The traditional concepts of file transfer formats and cross-walking were not working and did not provide a thorough understanding of the existing data. As a result, most attempts at integrating disparate data were not fully successful. The problem, as most of us know, has grown much worse over the last 20 years.
The Common Data Architecture has continued to evolve to the point where it is a robust set of concepts, principles, and techniques for formally understanding and managing an organization's data resource. It transcends all data at an organization's disposal, provides a way to understand and resolve existing disparate data, and promotes formal management of a high-quality data resource through an enterprise data architecture. It is the discipline for managing an organization's data resource within Column 1 of the Zachman Framework.
Attendees will learn:
- How the Common Data Architecture has evolved.
- How it provides the means to formally develop a high-quality data resource.
- New terms, concepts, and principles.
- Merging of the Common Data Architecture into the Zachman Framework.
Mr. Brackett retired from the State of Washington in June, 1996, where he was responsible for developing a common data architecture for the State that spans multiple jurisdictions and multiple disciplines. He is the founder of Data Resource Design and Remodeling and is the consulting data architect specializing in developing integrated data resources.
Mr. Brackett has developed many innovative concepts, principles, and techniques for designing and managing data resources. He has written six books on data design and the Common Data architecture. His books on Data Sharing Using a Common Data Architecture and The Data Warehouse Challenge: Taming Data Chaos explain the concept and uses of a common data architecture. His book on Data Resource Quality: Turning Bad Habits into Good Practices explains how to stop the creation of disparate data
Mr. Brackett is the Founder and Consulting Data Architect for Data Resource Design and Remodeling. He was the President of DAMA International for 2000 through 2003, was the Past President of DAMA International 2004 through 2005, and is Founder and President of the DAMA International Foundation. He can be reached at mhbrackett@aol.com.