The term Data Architecture refers to a collection of implementable standards and protocols that govern the collection, storage, preparation, sharing, and distribution of data. This predefined set of standards and protocols is designed to enhance the scope and purpose of data analysis in the busy business environment.
One major problem with traditional Data Management systems was that while many generic features were sold by technology vendors, the custom components were often developed in bits and pieces later, as ad hoc solutions. Thus, the Data Architectures of these “Band-Aided” systems lacked holistic controls, which could be prescribed at the very beginning of an enterprise Data Management project.
