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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 11 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 4 months ago
I absolutely agree with you, Stella. A successful database design is only possible if inputs from all sources (direct and indirect users, like you mentioned) are obtained. Team members and database design expert are equally needed to design the database.
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 11 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 4 months ago
I agree with you, Linlan. Defining different levels of data is indeed a smart way to make the database secure. Not all data needs the same the same kind of security. Understanding what kind of protection is needed based on the sensitivity of the data and applying the relevant encryption within the database will prove to be efficient.
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 11 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 4 months ago
Well said, Yingyan. I like how you brought up saving cost and improving efficiency to accomplish successful database design. Both of these aspects cannot be fully utilized if team members and database design expert work separately.
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 11 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 4 months ago
I believe, both team members and database design expert should be in charge of designing the database. The database design work requires high level understanding of the data and as well as the understanding of the application requirements. If any of the two factors are missing, then a successful database design may not be accomplished. The…[Read more]
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 9 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
I totally agree with you, Xinteng! You have made some great points. The thought process behind comprehending the narrative descriptions is different for everyone. However, ensuring relationship between different subset in the diagram to define the structure will make the evaluation process easier.
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 9 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
Very concise and well explained, Linlan. People have different understanding on the narrative descriptions. However, if the core activities are uniform in all the diagrams, then it can be said that the diagrams are error free.
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 9 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
I agree with you, Dongjie! The structure and requirements is important to address the narrative descriptions. Diagrams may differ from one another, but it is significant that elements that are used to evaluate the diagrams should be the same.
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 9 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
I believe it is not entirely necessary for everyone’s diagram to look the same despite the same narrative description. However, the key thing to remember is the relationship that describes the structure of the diagram should not be different. A clearly defined relationship between different elements in the diagram is required to understand the…[Read more]
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 8 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
I believe that analyzing the data should be the first priority. Structuring the database based on their customer needs after analyzing will certainly create more meaningful and useful platform for the prospective users. On the other hand, if developers simply structure their database based on their personal assumption, the final product might…[Read more]
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 7 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
Dongjie, I agree with your explanation. Formal data modeling not only helps in the business processes within the organization, but also helps in facilitating the interaction with parties outside the organization such as clients. The standard technique lays out a clear foundation to understand, analyze and comprehend data.
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 7 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
I agree with all the benefits you have mentioned, Jing. Standard techniques assist in several ways to facilitate business processes. Organizations that do not use formal techniques can experience increasing difficulties in efficiency, accuracy and communication.
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 7 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
I agree with you, Zhixin! Several complexities can be solved with the help of data modeling. Formal techniques when compared to random drawing techniques will lead to accuracy and effective relay of information among applicable parties.
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 7 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
Well said, Xiaozhou! Standard techniques make communication easy as everyone will be able to comprehend the information in the same way. Having a set of standards to deliver a diagram or any outcome certainly helps in efficiency as well.
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 7 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 5 months ago
I believe formal techniques are important for organization to enhance communication. Data modeling helps in comprehending the complex data by organizing and managing in a simpler way. If I am working with an IT organization that has not adopted a formal standard for process modeling, I would emphasize the importance of structured business process…[Read more]
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 4 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 6 months ago
I absolutely agree with you, Lezlie! The first step should be understanding the goals and objectives of the organization. Achieving the first step will allow the business to move forward with the process and procedures for the alignment of IT and company’s strategy effectively and efficiently.
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 4 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 6 months ago
I agree with your explanation, Karabo! The three process of Governance of enterprise (GEIT), resource, performance and compliance management provides a comprehensive approach to ensure the alignment of IT and business strategy alignment.
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 4 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 6 months ago
I agree with your points, Dongjie! Alignment of business and IT strategy is only possible when the short term and long term goals are met and prioritized accordingly. Often the tendency is to give less importance to long term golas and only prioritize the short term goals. However, this may not be the best approach in the process of IT and…[Read more]
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 4 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 6 months ago
In today’s business IT plays a significant role in the business performance. Hence, it is important that the organizations and IT’s strategy align with each other. If I were a member of the IT Strategic Development Team for the company, I would consider a few steps to align the IT organization’s strategy with that of the company’s. The first o…[Read more]
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 3 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 6 months ago
I agree with you, Xiaozhou! The stakeholders invest in the project and, hence, they deserve to know the progress of an ongoing project. One way to ensure that stakeholders are in the loop is through effective communication. The project manager should clearly communicate the comprehensive plan of the project effectively.
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Binju Gaire commented on the post, Week 3 – Discussion, on the site 6 years, 6 months ago
Well said, Hanqing! It is important that stakeholders are on board with the project’s ideas and mission. Their disagreement will result many challenges in the project. Also, great example to support your argument.
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