Master Data Management (MDM) styles define how and where master data is managed within an organization. One of these styles is the "Coexistence" style, which allows data to be authored and maintained across different systems while ensuring consistency and synchronization.
* Coexistence Style:
* The coexistence style of MDM allows master data to be created and updated in multiple locations or systems within an organization.
* It supports the integration and synchronization of data across these systems to maintain a single, consistent view of the data.
* Key Features:
* Data Authoring: Data can be authored and updated in various operational systems rather than being confined to a central hub.
* Synchronization: Changes made in one system are synchronized across other systems to ensure data consistency and accuracy.
* Flexibility: This style provides flexibility to organizations with complex and distributed IT environments, where different departments or units may use different systems.
* Benefits:
* Enhances data availability and accessibility across the organization.
* Supports operational efficiency by allowing data updates to occur where the data is used.
* Reduces the risk of data silos and inconsistencies by ensuring data synchronization.