MDM Data Modeling & Master Data Architecture 4

Question 1

Which MDM deployment style is characterized by each source system maintaining its own copy of master data while the MDM hub propagates updates?

Accepted Answer

Coexistence style

Answer

In the coexistence style, source systems retain their own master data copies but synchronize with the MDM hub, allowing gradual adoption.

Question 2

In Informatica MDM, what is a 'match rule set' and how does it differ from an individual 'match column'?

Accepted Answer

A match rule set groups multiple match columns into a logical combination that must collectively satisfy a match, while a match column is a single attribute comparison

Answer

A match rule set combines multiple match columns with AND/OR logic to define a compound matching strategy, while individual match columns specify single-field comparison methods.

Question 3

Which type of MDM architecture would be most appropriate for an organization that wants to enrich master data without altering source system records?

Accepted Answer

Analytical MDM

Answer

Analytical MDM focuses on creating enriched, consolidated master data for reporting and analytics without modifying source system records.

Question 4

What is the function of 'tokenization' in Informatica MDM's matching framework?

Accepted Answer

Generating standardized match keys from attribute values to improve matching performance and accuracy

Answer

Tokenization in MDM generates match tokens (standardized keys) from attributes like name and address, allowing efficient indexing and comparison during the match process.

Question 5

In Informatica MDM Hub, what is the difference between a 'hard merge' and a 'soft merge'?

Accepted Answer

Hard merge permanently merges records with no undo; soft merge marks records as merged but preserves unmerge capability

Answer

A hard merge permanently consolidates records in the hub, while a soft (manual) merge can be undone via unmerge operations in Data Director.

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MDM Data Modeling & Master Data Architecture 4