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1Copyright 1999-2003 Data Advantage Group, Inc.
www.dag.com
Distributed Metadata Management
Stu CartyApril 9, 2003
tel: +1.925.855.7400email: [email protected]
2Copyright 1999-2003 Data Advantage Group, Inc.
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Metadata Management Architectures
Centralized Real-Time Hybrid(passive) copies and/or physically stores meta
data definitions
active, real-time access to meta data (no copy / storage)
real-time access with some copy / storage
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MetaCenter™ Architecture
Unique Ability, Patent Pending
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MetaCenter - Easy to Use & Navigate
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Entity- Name- Definition- Data-type- Data-Values
Business Rule- Name- Definition- Policy Maker- Manager
Table- Name- Syntax- Column- Data Steward
Mapping- Name- Comment- Version- Application
Operating Platform- Definition- Location- Specifications
Critical Success Factor- Name- Definition- Policy Maker- Controllability Rating
Business
Technical
MetaCenter is 100% ExtensibleYou can model any type of metadata
Add any object-types, attributes, or relationships
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IRMAC - Key Questions to AddressKey Features & Functions MetaCenter version 2.7 MetaCenter version 3.0
(shipping today) (launches Q2/2003)
Web Portal / Browser-based interface 100% Java 100% Java
Favorites Dashboard Yes Yes
Administrator interface Windows-based 100% Java
Independent, Standalone Repository product Yes Yes
100% extensible meta-model: object-types, attributes, and relationships
Yes Yes
Non-Proprietary Repository based on standard, open 3rd-party RDBMS
Yes Yes
Repository DBMS accessible thru 3rd-party tools
Yes Yes
Open Import thru Flat Files (CSV) Yes Yes
Open Interchange thru CWM/XMI no Yes
Repository Export thru CWM/XMI no Yes
Import mapping wizard Yes Yes
Export mapping wizard no Yes
Real-time (ActiveLinx) meta data interfacesInformatica, Business Objects,
ERwin, Oracle DBMS, SQL/Server DBMS
Informatica, Business Objects, ERwin, Oracle DBMS, SQL/Server
DBMS plus MicroStrategy, DB2/UDB, Cognos, and others
Pricing - 200 users + interfaces US$80,000 to $150,000 US$80,000 to $150,000
Typical installation, setup, and training 5 days 5 days
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Customer Examples
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MetaCenter Customer Example
Centralized(passive) copies and/or physically stores meta
data definitions Business Audience – dozens of users
Uses MetaCenter to document, store, and manage Business meta data for internal “Finance Data Library”
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MetaCenter Customer Example
Real-Timeactive, real-time
access to meta data (no copy / storage)
Technical Audience Uses MetaCenter to
help manage 1100 ETL mappings across 13 separate, physical ETL repositories
Emphasis on Data Lineage, Mapping Analysis, Impact Analysis reporting
Major Sportswear Company
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MetaCenter Customer Example
Both Business & Technical audience – over 200 users
DW tools = Informatica, Erwin, MS-SQL/Server
Previously using Excel spreadsheets to manage metadata!
Uses MetaCenter to document, store, and manage both Business and Technical metadata from their DW environment
Hybridreal-time access with some copy / storage
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Customer Write-Ups Availableplease visit our website at www.dag.com
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What the Experts Say
"Data Advantage Group brings a fresh, modern perspective to the world of enterprise metadata management. I've reviewed this company in detail,and can honestly say that their background and experience is exceptional. I'm very impressed with their innovative product and service offerings."
Bill Inmon"The Father of Data Warehousing" & Leading Expert in Metadata Management President, Billinmon.com LLC
"MetaCenter is a truly unique product offering. Its innovative approachof real-time interfacing sets it apart from legacy repository products. MetaCenter's ease of use helps it to be implemented across a broader audience from business users to IT staff."
Adrienne TannenbaumLeading Authority in Metadata Mgmt President, Database Design Solutions
“… Metadata is back on the agenda and Data Advantage Group certainly understand it and have a viable, pragmatic and unique approach.”
Gareth Morfill Senior Analyst, Ovum
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Invitation to Online Demonstrationvisit www.dag.com
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Thank You
For more information please contact:Stu Carty
tel: +1.925.855.7400email: [email protected]