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Master Data Management (MDM)

A technology-enabled discipline in which business and IT work together to ensure the uniformity, accuracy, and accountability of shared master data assets.

Complete Definition

Master Data Management provides a single, reliable view of core business data (customers, products, suppliers) across the organization. MDM ensures that all systems use the same, accurate data by establishing a "golden record" for each entity. In CRM implementations, MDM prevents data silos and ensures consistency across sales, marketing, and service teams.

Key Points

  • 1Creates single source of truth
  • 2Ensures data consistency
  • 3Prevents duplicate records
  • 4Supports regulatory compliance