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June 10, 2005
Information and Data Architectures
Recently, I had the pleasure to attend a conference session that was titled Enterprise Architecture where the author presented Information Architecture as Data Architecture. Most of us know that the two disciplines are not the same and have many different goals and objectives. But, I am interested in the convergence of these technical disciplines, especially in the world of information management. In our world, we seamlessly move between data and information architecture and try to deliver a common value to the end user. This value-add delivery may be in the form of repositories, collaborative environments, and web based applications. As standards and automated processes continue, the true architect will need to master all architects and deliver them in a single point of value.
Posted by Todd at June 10, 2005 1:23 PM
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I have run across this information architecture and data architecture blending too. I found it somewhat disconcerting, since the people doing the talking were data architects and the subject was a mix of data and content, without much distinction between the structured and unstructured information. Both disciplines have important contributions to make, and keeping the dialog open is crucial. At the same time, it worries me that major IT systems are sometimes built from a data-centric design perspective even when they are meant to hold content.
Posted by: James Melzer at June 13, 2005 5:05 AM
Great thoughts Jmaes. I couldn't agree with you more.
Posted by: RTodd at June 20, 2005 1:01 PM