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Build a Data Warehouse on a Solid Foundation

Evaluate the need for a data warehouse and plan the project.

  • Poor planning is the root of all failed data warehouse projects.
  • Project overruns are primarily a function of underestimating the importance and complexity of developing the data requirements and inadequate staffing.
  • Successful warehousing strategies start with business focused requirements, the right team, and a sound project plan.

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Critical Insight

  • Data warehousing (DW) is a business discipline, not an IT infrastructure project.
  • The value of a DW consists in providing decision makers timely and accurate views of the business.
  • DW architecture design and data modeling starts with understanding the information requirements of business users.

Impact and Result

  • Assess organizational readiness and develop a game plan that prepares the organization for success.
  • Establish justifiable business goals and a realistic implementation roadmap that enables early business value.
  • Define the correct DW requirements and tailor your reporting/analysis needs to avoid overbuilding.

Build a Data Warehouse on a Solid Foundation Research & Tools

1. Build a data warehouse plan and strategy

Avoid over-engineering the data warehouse.

2. Assess the readiness of the organization for a DW

Ensure that the right people, processes, and technology are in place.

3. Craft a sound business plan

Start with a realistic scope based on clear business justification.

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Author

Gareth Doherty

Search Code: 19533
Last Revised: July 6, 2010

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