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DESCRIPTION:Click for Latest Location Information: http://edw2012.dataversity.net/sessionPop.cfm?confid=65&proposalid=4283\nThe human part of our work is often more challenging than the scientific and technical aspects. You have expertise in some aspect of data management (modeling, architecture, metadata, quality, governance, stewardship, etc.), but getting support in the way of time, attention, money, and other resources continues to be a challenge.   You know the success of your job, program, or project requires commitment from people who don't understand data or what you do. \nHow do you gain support for your data initiatives?  We must apply people skills and navigate a complex political environment. This tutorial will help you be more effective in working with others to implement and promote your company's data-related goals. Come prepared to participate and have fun while learning ? this is a very interactive course. Leave with solutions tailored to your situation. \nTopics include:\n<ul><li>Executives, managers, and individual contributors </li>\n<li>How to leverage these roles to further your data initiatives </li>\n<li>How to identify and work with your allies and opponents </li>\n<li>Real-life people issues and situations, and how to handle them</li></ul>
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SUMMARY:PM1: Gaining Support for Your Data Initiative
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