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Master Data Mondays

A weekly series from Data Doctrine that makes master data management practical, not painful.

ERP will not fix master data problems by itself. Learn why ERP should not be your enterprise master and what federated MDM patterns work better.

Your ERP Will Not Fix Master Data Problems

ERP systems are built to run business processes, not resolve enterprise master data conflicts. This article explains why ERP should not become your default master, where that thinking fails, and which federated control patterns can help you govern master data across systems without forcing every domain into one application.

Should master data drive business process? Learn why process-first design leads to better MDM outcomes and fewer data failures.

Master Data vs Business Process: What Comes First?

Many MDM efforts fail because teams design data before understanding business process. This article explains why process must come first and how to fix the misalignment.

Should MDM be a project or a program? Learn the risks, differences, and how to choose the right approach for long-term data success.

MDM Project or Program? Choose Wisely

Most organizations treat master data management like a project. That’s why it fails. This guide breaks down when MDM should be a project, when it must be a program, and how to decide.

Data Doctrine is a U.S.-based blog and toolset for data professionals, launched in 2025 to make master data management practical, plainspoken, and powerful. We publish weekly insights, playbooks, and hands-on strategies that help data teams:

  • Build trust in their data

  • Navigate complex MDM challenges

  • Bridge the gap between business and tech

Whether you’re cleaning up a data swamp, building a golden record, or convincing leadership to invest in data governance, we’re here to help you make sense of it all.