PM5: Using Dashboards and BI to Develop Key Metrics for Data Management Initiatives

Managing data across the organization requires the development of performance metrics to evaluate how the business is performing and whether these goals are being met. In addition, to make sure initiatives are running smoothly, the use of BI tools help identify potential issues proactively. As BI use matures within organizations, its use is starting to merge with that of other initiatives. This includes the use of data visualization tools, and metrics specifically, to help drive data quality, master data management, and data governance initiatives. This presentation provides an understanding of:

why BI is important to MDM, DG, and DQ success
the BI components and considerations required to address data management metrics
how to identify the right metrics for individual initiatives
leveraging current organization BI use and expanding it beyond traditional analytics use
how to overcome potential roadblocks concerning this type of expansion - technology, political, security, management, etc.
looking at net new BI for MDM, DG, and DQ requirements

Lyndsay Wise is the founder of WiseAnalytics, an independent analyst firm focusing on data visualization and mid-market BI. For over ten years, she has assisted clients in business systems analysis, software selection and implementation of enterprise applications. Lyndsay is the channel expert for BI for the Mid-Market at B-eye-Network, and writes regularly for Dashboard Insight. Lyndsay conducts industry research focused on helping organizations get the most out of their current IT investments and helping them navigate the maze of software solutions.