Enterprise Data Management (EDM) is a set of processes by which all the data in the enterprise is managed from source to storage, to end-use and end of life cycle.

EDM is a systematic approach to automating and improving the collection, use and storage of data in the enterprise. EDM leverages existing investments in Data Warehouses including data stores and marts, business analytics, data integration technologies and dashboards to make business decisions faster, more precise, more consistent and more dynamic for the Enterprise.

EDM is normally implemented to address business strategies and practical implementation realities for achieving enterprise-wide control over data content. It addresses the underlying business challenges associated with making the transition from a silo-based (vertical) to enterprise-wide (horizontal) operating structures.

The EDM technology stack is defined as follows

Odesus' Enterprise Data Management (EDM) consulting practice is dedicated to address the data management and control needs of our customers. We focus on alls aspects of EDM, from source to storage to usage to end-of-life. We specialize in building practical solutions to address custom needs, combining world-class consulting skills with our unique capabilities:

1. EDM Maturity Model -
   a unique, ground-breaking technique of quantifying the readiness of organizations to drive enterprise data management


2. Purpose-Centered Archiecture -
   a practical view of architectural design, focusing on results first, and making sure our clients have the tools and techniques to address the "hard issues" of integration and data management.

We are a global consulting practice, ready to serve the needs of Fortune 550 companies and emerging companies alike. We are committed to providing world-class services to our clients, delivering value in each project we complete.

EDM Maturity Model

Odesus has created a unique service for our customers which quantifies readiness for the complex issues of data integration. The often-overlooked issues of organizational and technical readiness are addressed head-on. Our approach leverages a CMM-like style, providing clear direction and insight into areas which require attention. The resulting roadmap addresses each of the organizational and technical issues identified in the assessment report. The clarity that results helps drive project planning and executive awareness regarding the real issues and challenges ahead.

Purpose-centered Architecture

At Odesus, we believe that the best architectural designs are created with a clear linkage to the business objectives. Architecture is a journey -- a process that enables integration and helps drive clearly-defined projects -- not a destination. We also believe that the details are often the most elusive. Our experience suggests that neither the available tools (EAI, ETL, MDM, etc.) nor the current architectural frameworks (SOA, etc.) provide clear guidance for their use. For instance, EAI or ETL usage can easily complicate data architectures by increasing redundancy or introducing new, integration-specific concerns.

We assist our customers by clearly linking architectural design to business objectives. We organize the architecture to verify that intermediate transition states are practical. And, we organize architectural planning so that it links with the individual project plans it supports. By keeping the business objectives and the technical purpose for each project clearly linked with the architecture, we avoid the common pitfalls of architectural planning.