Dynamic Data Governance
Dynamic Data Governance: Making Governance a Team Sport Ask five professionals what governance means, and you’ll get six definitions. Governance is one of those slippery concepts, interpreted differently across specialities of governance. Data governance, corporate governance, financial governance, safety governance all define it differently, but here’s what they all agree on. Governance is a collection […]
Better Data Sharing: Unlocking Access with Data Passports and Tablion
In our previous discussion on shadow data, we explored how untracked, informal data usage can pose risks to security, compliance, and efficiency. Shadow data – the data stored or shared outside of approved processes – often results from a lack of structured access, forcing employees and researchers to find workarounds. The solution? A more transparent, […]
Master Your Data Inventory: A Smarter Approach to Managing Your Organisation’s Data
Every organisation handles vast amounts of data—some structured, some scattered, and much of it unknown. This ‘hidden’ data, often referred to as shadow data, presents a major challenge: it’s untracked, ungoverned, and hard to access, leading to inefficiencies and security risks. The organisation’s data inventory is the backbone of effective data management, and shadow data […]
Seven Years of Innovation: Celebrating Aristotle Metadata’s 2024 Milestones
As Aristotle Metadata celebrates seven years in business, we’re proud to reflect on a year that has been nothing short of transformative. From forging global partnerships to winning prestigious industry awards, 2024 has cemented our reputation as a leader in metadata management and innovation.“Looking back at seven years in business, we’ve seen tremendous growth, and […]
Aristotle Metadata Featured in the 2024 Gartner® Market Guide for Data and Analytics Governance Platforms
Aristotle Metadata is proud to announce its recognition in the 2024 Gartner® Market Guide for Data and Analytics Governance Platforms. Notably, this isn’t the first time Aristotle Metadata has been recognised by Gartner®; they were also listed in the 2021 guide, reflecting a sustained impact in the field of data governance. This latest acknowledgment marks another milestone […]
Shining a Light on Shadow Data: What It Is and How to Manage It
Every organisation has lots of data — whether it’s in well-organised databases or scattered across spreadsheets and old systems. But what about the data you don’t even realise you have? Aptly named Shadow Data, this data exists outside of formal processes, hiding in the shadows, out of view, ungoverned and unmanaged. Not only can it […]
Canberra Firm Aristotle Metadata Join Elite Australian Delegation at Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting
Aristotle Metadata is honoured to announce its selection as the sole Canberra-based firm to join the Australian delegation at the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2024. The meeting will take place from October 23-24th in Samoa as part of the prestigious Commonwealth Business Forum (CBF). CHOGM is a pivotal event attended by Commonwealth Heads […]
Building a Data-Conscious Culture: The Role of Metadata in Cybersecurity and Data Management
When it comes to data management, every bit and byte holds significance, and understanding your data isn’t just an option; it’s a necessity. At the heart of this understanding lies metadata – the unsung hero that provides context, structure, and meaning to your data assets. As a metadata registry company, we recognise the pivotal role […]
Safeguarding Data and Knowledge in the Face of Staff Turnover
Staff turnover is a natural part of business life: some departures are welcome, others less so. Yet, regardless of the circumstances, one constant challenge remains—the departure of accumulated corporate knowledge with exiting employees. Particularly vulnerable is an area often overlooked: the management and storage of the organisation’s metadata. Metadata, the data about data, plays a […]
Aristotle Metadata awarded “Data/Server Security Business of the Year” at the Australian Cyber Security Awards 2024
Last week, Aristotle Metadata was awarded “Data/Server Security Business of the Year” at the Australian Cyber Security Awards 2024. This recognition underscores Aristotle’s contributions to enhancing cyber security measures within Australia and beyond. “Winning the ‘Data/Server Security Business of the Year’ award is a testament to the dedication and expertise of our team at Aristotle […]