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What is the Future of Data Catalogs? with Malcolm Hawker
Oct 31, 2024
Malcolm Hawker, Chief Data Officer at Profisee and host of the CDO Matters Podcast, dives deep into the evolving landscape of data catalogs. He argues for a shift from data management to a knowledge-first approach, emphasizing the need for context and relationship-building. The discussion highlights the integration of AI and unstructured data, aiming to turn data catalogs into valuable business tools. Participants explore the implications for data governance and the transformative role of generative AI, advocating for data leaders to become strategic partners.
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Quick takeaways
- Data catalogs must evolve beyond basic management to become tools for understanding the business value behind data usage.
- Incorporating knowledge management into data catalogs is essential for recognizing the context and relationships that drive data insights.
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The Future of Data Catalogs
A forward-looking vision for data catalogs suggests they should evolve to bridge the gap between data management and knowledge management. The aim is to not just document data lineage but to understand how data drives business value through specific business processes. There is a growing importance of analyzing how often data is referenced, both in successful and unsuccessful transactions, pointing towards a deeper connection with business performance. Concerns arise, however, that the evolution of data catalogs may lean more towards basic listing and inventory management, failing to realize their transformative potential.
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