The Dirty Data Dilemma (and how to avoid it)
Data hygiene isn’t sexy, but it is an essential part of your business process; and if neglected it can cause unthinkable damage. On average, dirty data – data that is inaccurate, incomplete or inconsistent – costs a business 15% to 25% of revenue, and the US economy over $3 trillion a year. Quite simply, with […]
Data Cleansing made simple using SimpleData Management
Companies will never truly eliminate data quality inconsistencies. But the goal is to get the volume to a manageable and sustainable level, acceptable to the Data Governance Team. “The largest challenge is bringing governance and control to master data. From daily management to Stewardship, to reporting, Executives are confronted with twin challenges. To gain control […]
Data, The New Oil?
The concept of data as a strategic asset has been gaining momentum in the past years. A few years ago The Economist published an article called “The world’s most valuable resource is no longer oil, but data.” Ever since, data has been compared to oil in hundreds of publications around the world. Oil has become […]
Data Quality: Leveraging Technology to Move Faster and Nimbler
Over the past decade, we’ve actively collaborated with numerous organisations, focusing on maximising data value through the use of technology. Amidst the challenges faced by large SAP-utilising enterprises, one persisting challenge stands out: how to leverage technology to improve master data quality without inflating costs, all while aiming to achieve three vital goals: According to […]
Mastering Data for Mining: Enhancing Data Quality with SimpleData Management
In the mining industry, where efficiency and cost reduction are vital, mastering data quality becomes a strategic imperative. SimpleData Management (SDM) is a tool for mining enterprises seeking to optimise their operations through master data quality and governance and maintain compliance in a highly regulated environment. By embedding SDM’s Point of Entry control into material master data creation and […]
Mastering Material Fields & Governance for Manufacturing Success
Mastering data quality is the next frontier in manufacturing efficiency and can unlock a strategic advantage for your business. We explore how leveraging SimpleData Management (SDM) can offer value beyond just accurate data—it provides a comprehensive approach to optimising key material master fields and ensuring robust data governance. Key Material Master for Optimal Performance While […]
Bringing Zen to Your Governance
Data governance can often feel overwhelming—like trying to navigate a maze of complexity, rules, and ever-evolving technology. As you juggle multiple priorities and demands, it’s easy to feel like you’re constantly putting out fires rather than building lasting solutions. But what if, instead of rushing to solve every issue at once, you took a more […]
Introducing SimpleData Management
In today’s business, data drives processes and processes drive profitability. The smooth running of any process is impacted by the system data that the process utilises. Research from Experian shows that inaccurate data has a direct impact on the bottom line of 88% of companies, with the average company losing 12% of its revenue as […]
Data Stewardship in SimpleData Management
SimpleData Management (SDM) is a comprehensive SAP master data management product developed by GlueData that provides the following key benefits: “We have had great success with SDM version 1 in the South African market and are now driving for the release of version 2 in mid 2020.” states Brett Schreuder, Managing Director of GlueData. At […]