Enterprise Data Management has been proclaimed as a ‘big’ hit for many years. Yet, many companies are still struggling to advance Data Management because their funding model doesn’t allow an enterprise implementation.

In our shop, relational databases allow sharing of data, modeling tools provide automation, but managing the installed data is done manually (if at all). With the current business climate, an enterprise implementation is almost impossible.

A piecemeal approach doesn’t move the needle. Money is scarce, the business is clamoring for new functionality, outsourcing has provided new hurdles, and globalization pressures for a quick fix. To be successful, we need to rip out all application programs and start over. But there are too many and business continues at breathtaking speed. An ERP package is on the horizon providing the chance to get data in order for the next century.

A combination of techniques of leadership, salesmanship, parenting, and negotiation will be presented. Each promises an impact – at home and at work. Even more important, these techniques will help you be a leader in your organization.

Your past accomplishments are history. What you choose today is your future. Are you up to the challenge?

• Be a Data Management Leader
• Win-Win … Negotiation for Success
• Oursourcing – More Dirty Data Faster?
• Parenting the Data Management Child
• Sarbanes-Oxley – Delivery into the Promised Land

Janet Nickel has over 25 years of Information Technology experience. The last 19 years have been focused on Data Management.

Janet has led data development teams creating decision support and operational systems for many Hallmark business functions from Product Creation through Manufacturing and Distribution to Sales Performance and CRM (Consumer Relationship Management). Her background includes corporate support functions like HR and Finance.