Author Archives: Mel Hodge

Swimming Lessons – four top tips to avoid data problems

Once again, I’m seeing first-hand the importance of using data architecture principles to guide your efforts as you create and implement a data strategy rather than jumping into the deep end with no clear idea of how you’re going to … Continue reading

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Good data is everyone’s job

Another subject that regularly raises its head during discussions with other data management professionals is the one of ownership. The purpose of any governance programme is to support the organisation in its goal to administer its business in the most … Continue reading

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When Data Management Professionals are part of the problem

Recently I attended a very informative workshop; whilst the session was interesting and entertaining, I always find the best parts are those where you can chat and interact with the rest of your fellow delegates and swap ideas and experiences.  … Continue reading

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Data Governance is about people not technology

This is my first blog post on the Evaxyx blog, my name is Mel Hodge and I am a principal consultant here at Evaxyx. My job is basically to help my clients understand their data better and hopefully to use … Continue reading

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