

What is the Future of Data Catalogs? with Malcolm Hawker
7 snips 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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Future of Data Catalogs
- Data catalogs should evolve from data management to knowledge management.
- They should connect data insights to business value and processes.
Knowledge-First Approach
- Treat knowledge as a first-class citizen, like on the web.
- Connect various systems to enable knowledge sharing.
Data Catalog Adoption
- Data catalogs focused on technical aspects have less adoption.
- Catalogs driving marketplaces and AI use cases see greater success.