DAMA-Chicago Q4 Chapter Meeting – DAMA DAY

We are excited to host an extended DAMA Day for our 4^th quarter meeting on November 19th.  This special event will be a full day of presentations and information sharing.  The morning session begins with Frank Cerwin presenting Master Data Orchestration: Transformational Approaches to a Successful MDM Program.  This tutorial is the in-depth Master Data Management presentation that was well-received at the Enterprise Data World (EDW/DGIQ) conference in Anaheim CA and DAMA-Philadelphia’s DAMA Day earlier this year.  Following lunch, Atul Mangla will present Best Practices for Designing and Operationalizing Data Governance.  We finish out the day with an information sharing and networking session where you can get your data management questions and challenges (“opportunities”) answered by your fellow experienced members.

A special thanks to Actian Corporation and Data AG for sponsoring the event and providing breakfast and lunch.  The event will be held at the Al Larson Prairie Center for the Arts in Schaumburg IL.  The meeting will be live-streamed via Zoom to members who choose to join virtually.  However, we encourage in-person attendance for you to better experience interacting with the speakers and your fellow members.

Meeting Agenda:

8:30       Check-in, refreshments, donuts

9:00       Master Data Orchestration: Transformational Approaches to a Successful MDM Program

12:00    Sponsor Presentation – Data AG

12:30    Lunch

1:00      Sponsor Presentation – Actian

1:30       Best Practices for Designing and Operationalizing Data Governance

2:45       Facilitated Networking

3:45        Meeting Wrap Up

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If you have any questions, please reach out to vpmembership@damachicago.org.

Master Data Orchestration: Transformational Approaches for a Successful MDM Program

Managing information about customers, employees, suppliers, products, services, and locations across all operational applications, analytical applications, and business partners can be one of the most challenging data management activities of your organization.  Many MDM programs end up too limited in scope or their cost far exceeds their value to the organization.  Some MDM programs are terminated within months of their launch because they were not designed to be sustainable for the long-term.  This tutorial will provide a deep-dive into a proven framework and model for an optimal long-term sustainable MDM program.

The Master Data Orchestration Framework and Data Commerce Model were developed, implemented, and fine-tuned employing several disciplines including modeling, architecture, governance, integration, application development, information security, B2B e-business, and database administration.  MDM Programs designed and launched by the speaker with these transformational approaches have withstood the test of time and will be highlighted in presented case studies.

Covered topics include:

• Navigating and addressing the unique complexities of Master Data Governance and Data Quality
• Using the Master Data Orchestration Framework to design and develop your MDM solution to fit your specific requirements
• Integrating global industry standards with customers and suppliers for seamless business processes
• Leveraging the Data Commerce Model for long-term MDM program success
• Transitioning MDM technology architectural styles over the lifetime of an MDM program

This tutorial was a highly rated session at the 2025 Enterprise Data World / Data Governance & Quality Conference.  Its objective is to broaden your mindset and provide a renewed perspective of Master Data and MDM.

Frank Cerwin has over four decades of experience in data management. His experience spans Data Architecture, Data Governance, Master Data Management, Data Integration, Information Security, Database Administration, Disaster Recovery, and Application Development.  Frank held leadership roles in multiple industries including Director positions at McDonald’s and JPMorgan Chase. Career accomplishment highlights include:

• Invented, designed, and led development and support of a patented omni-channel Customer 360 MDM system for several years prior to the introduction of commercial MDM software solutions
• Designed and led development of a global multi-domain MDM solution that is operationally and financially sustaining (i.e., no annual budget request)
• Designed and developed one of the first full-motion video conferencing systems in 1983
• Designed and developed a data network Asset Management System with data visualization features that was commercially marketed for over 25 years

Frank is a Six Sigma Green Belt, Certified ISO8000 Master Data Quality Manager, Master Data & Reference Data Management CDMP, and is ITIL Foundation certified. He is the author and instructor of three learning plans for Dataversity Training Center and is a featured speaker at data conferences. Frank is currently the President of the DAMA-Chicago chapter.

Best Practices for Designing and Operationalizing Data Governance

Data, Data, Data Everywhere, but HOW to do data?

In our third quarter chapter meeting, Ken Kring shared the ins and outs of the ubiquitous nature and existence of data, and the business realities that drive day-to-day operations and decisions. But how aligned are desired business outcomes to the CDO/CDAO office, and how do we go from WHAT we need to do with data to “HOW we do data”?

While a well over-played term in the land, I will still use it: Data Governance.

A comprehensive approach to designing and operationalizing data governance involves establishing clear ownership, embedding governance in everyday workflows, and aligning initiatives with organizational objectives to ensure data is accessible, secure, and valuable for decision-making.

This is the way.

Together, we will explore 3 keys to drive user adoption and generate value and consumption across your organization:

• Core Design Principles, aligned with Business Outcomes/Objectives
• Operationalizing Best Practices
• Build a “Data Culture”: Sustaining and Improving Governance

In today’s data-driven world, organizations need advanced capabilities to transform vast amounts of data into actionable insights. Data management comes with operational challenges and requires an effective data strategy. Equip your organization for success in data management, boost efficiency, enhance customer experience, and drive innovation.

Atul Mangla, Vice President of Worldwide Professional Services & Data Solutions at Actian Corporation, is an innovative leader working to drive the success of the customer journey for data solutions (i.e. governance, quality, observability, analytics, master data management, lineage, compliance, privacy, security, integration).

With a focus on modernization and addressing technical challenges, Atul excels in achieving actionable business outcomes by establishing requirements, success criteria, and best practices. Passionate about communicating a vision for the future while architecting solutions for today. Atul’s unique blend of business acumen, technical expertise, and extensive experience shines through in impactful presentations to Directors, VPs, and C-level executives. Data has always been at the forefront of his work, be it as a practitioner or adviser or thought leader; regardless of role, he consistently realizes revenue growth, cost reduction, and operational efficiencies, showcasing his commitment to driving success across the business – leveraging data solutions as a strategic pillar.

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