Troubleshooting Data Warehouse Expert Solutions

Author: Adelman
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: The first part of this book discusses difficult-to-hand situations in management, while the second part explores difficult-to-hand situations in technology. The order of discussion in these two parts generally follows the sequence in which these situations are encountered during project development, but each chapter is independent of the preceding ones. Readers can read the book from start to finish, but there is no need to adhere to this reading method; readers can also jump directly to the chapters that discuss the problems causing you the biggest trouble. For example, if readers are currently struggling with data quality issues, then Chapter 11 on data quality might be the best place to start reading. Each section in every chapter introduces a difficult-to-hand situation related to the chapter's theme, followed by the solutions proposed by each expert (presented in alphabetical order by expert's last name). The book primarily emphasizes how a well-functioning data warehouse is crucial for organizational success, but building and maintaining any data warehouse is filled with unpredictable risks or difficulties. The book introduces and solves 91 common challenges faced by companies of various types, sizes, and structures. Nine authorities in data warehouse construction offer diverse perspectives on these seemingly insurmountable crises and provide specific measures for business managers, IT managers and staff, and end-users to prevent and rescue these crises. The first part addresses various management problems, including weak organizational support, unrealistic schedules, and staffing issues. The second part focuses on various technical challenges, such as security, integration, and performance. The book provides practical solutions from multiple angles through real-world examples. Additionally, it recommends a wealth of resources for readers who wish to explore further, and includes a glossary covering professional terms and synonyms, as well as a colloquialisms list at the back of the book.