MDM Data Modeling & Master Data Architecture 2

Question 1

In Informatica MDM, what does a 'base object' represent in the hub store?

Accepted Answer

The consolidated master record that stores the best-version-of-truth data

Answer

A base object in Informatica MDM Hub stores the consolidated, trusted master record after match and merge processing.

Question 2

Which concept describes the process of linking related master data entities across different domains in Informatica MDM?

Accepted Answer

Relationship management

Answer

Relationship management in Informatica MDM defines and manages links between entities such as Person-to-Organization or Product-to-Category.

Question 3

What is the purpose of a 'landing table' in the Informatica MDM staging process?

Accepted Answer

It holds raw source records before they undergo any MDM processing

Answer

Landing tables are the initial destination for raw source data before it is cleansed, standardized, and staged for MDM processing.

Question 4

In an Informatica MDM hub schema, what distinguishes a 'many-to-many' relationship table from a standard base object?

Accepted Answer

It manages associations between two base objects without creating a new master entity

Answer

A many-to-many relationship table in MDM Hub links two base objects (e.g., Person and Organization) to represent associations without creating a standalone master entity.

Question 5

Which MDM architectural pattern is BEST suited when a single authoritative version of master data must be stored centrally and all consuming systems reference it?

Accepted Answer

Centralized (Consolidation) style

Answer

The Centralized or Consolidation style stores the master record in a single hub that all systems treat as the system of record.

(MDM) Informatica Master Data Management Certification Practice Test

(MDM) Informatica Master Data Management Certification Practice Test

MDM Data Modeling & Master Data Architecture 2