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August 13, 2024

6 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

How an evolving automotive industry can use MDM to drive change for the digital age

The automotive industry continues to undergo a significant transformation, surfing the wave of non-stop advancements in digital technology. For the industry to remain competitive and meet the evolving demands of end-consumers, dealerships and auto-parts businesses in this sector, it must adapt to the digital age and address the increasing complexity of data. So, from car […]

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June 19, 2024

4 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

Can MDM help move the needle on digital transformation for retail enterprise organisations?

Enterprise organisations in retail are leveraging digital technology to standardise complex business processes, weed out inefficiency and unlock new value from data generated because of digitalisation and in many cases to consolidate data across a complex IT landscape. The overall effect of digitalisation across an organisation is what we call “digital transformation” which is more […]

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Why Change Management Should be an Integral Part of Your Master Data Management Project

When you gear up for your Master Data Management project, remember that you will eventually end up with a new “system” that real people will be using on a daily basis. This system will need to support much complexity that is a reflection of the complexity of how your organisation does business. An often overlooked […]

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March 13, 2024

5 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

How to align an MDM solution with your ESG reporting obligations

Master Data Management (MDM) is pivotal for organizations navigating the new Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), ensuring data integrity for ESG reporting. By centralizing ESG metrics, MDM not only streamlines compliance but also embeds sustainability into the corporate ethos.

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February 22, 2024

6 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

Making ESG reporting a part of your data strategy

As organisations prepare to meet the growing demands of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting in 2024, this article highlights the significance of Master Data Management (MDM) as the cornerstone for compiling ESG reporting. We will delve into the essentials of ESG reporting, and the role of MDM in helping to streamline the data governance […]

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December 19, 2023

1 Min.

Martin Kjeldsen

Video: Christmas and Happy New Year greetings

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December 12, 2023

7 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

How to Get Started on Your Master Data Management (MDM) Journey

So you want to improve the way you manage data in your organisation and you have come to the conclusion that Master Data Management (MDM) is the way to get there. But how do you get started with MDM? The decision to go for MDM is strategic, reaches many years out in the future and […]

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November 9, 2023

2 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

How does your company manage its data?

A data management maturity level is a good indicator of whether bad data practices are likely hindering business growth or at worse exposing your business to the risk of regulatory non-compliance. At Unit of Measure we have developed a free self-assessment test to help you quickly get a sense of what your business is doing […]

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October 2, 2023

6 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

How can a Master Data Management solution facilitate a circular economy?

The principles of a circular economy revolve around products and systems that should be designed with the intention of maximising their lifecycle and facilitating reuse, repair, and recycling. Which sounds like an approach any self-respecting business would be keen to adopt and adhere to - but, in effect designing out waste and promoting a regenerative […]

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September 18, 2023

4 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

Why Master Data Management should become the foundation for ESG reporting

Master Data Management (MDM) will play a pivotal role in helping larger organisations compile and collate the necessary data that is required to fulfil the new European Union’s ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) impact reporting directive, slated to take effect for the 2024 financial year. The change in having to publish findings on a company’s […]

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September 5, 2023

7 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

From Data to PDF Document: The Power of STEP and Adobe InDesign Integration

If your organisation sells products and has been around for a little while, chances are that you don’t have to remember too far back to when printed catalogues and brochures were once your main sales and marketing channel. Chances are also that by now they have almost – if not fully – disappeared from your […]

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August 14, 2023

7 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

How the Automotive Industry Uses MDM to Tackle Data Management Challenges

Not since the early 1900s, when model T Fords were rolling off the production line has the automotive industry faced such a transformative time with as many new regulations, technologies, and consumer preferences. The modern automotive industry, although constrained by strict compliance and regulatory requirements has grown into a vast and intricate network of auto […]

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June 21, 2023

1 Min.

Martin Kjeldsen

Meet us at Connect 2023 – the Stibo Systems global customer event

We are happy to announce that Unit of Measure is a gold sponsor of Connect 2023 – the global customer conference of Stibo Systems, which will be held in Madrid on November 14 to 16 2023. This event is now back in Europe after being held in Hollywood last year and if you are interested […]

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June 1, 2023

3 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

What is the expected financial impact of investing in your Master Data Management (MDM)?

We would like to introduce you to our new ROI calculator that we are presenting together with our good friends at Stibo Systems. It’s designed to compare the estimated solution cost with the anticipated future benefits of investing into Master Data Management (MDM). MDM or Master Data Management An enterprise organisation typically uses an MDM […]

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May 15, 2023

5 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

Use your MDM System to leverage QR Codes

You’re probably already familiar with Quick Response codes or better known as QR codes as they are a part of our everyday life, popping up in restaurants, giving access to real-time traffic information at bus stops, providing specific information on food products, the list goes on. With any modern phone you can just point the […]

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May 2, 2023

5 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

How B2B Distributors can successfully leverage MDM

As a sector, B2B distributors play an important role in the supply chain, helping to connect many types of manufacturers to their end customers and supporting businesses with supplies for their daily operations. They most often have a clear profile based on the industries they serve which could be e.g. electrical components, office supplies, building […]

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April 11, 2023

4 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

Tips on how to internally sell Master Data Management in your organisation

Investing in a Master Data Management (MDM) solution is not necessarily an easy sell to everyone in a business, large or small. The investment is not only monetary, but also in the organisation itself, with an allocation of key personnel and strategic priorities needed to effectively manage MDM projects. One of the deciding factors for […]

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March 16, 2023

4 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

How can retailers make product data accessible on channels their customers use?

In a world where buying decisions have increasingly shifted online, customers must be able to access all relevant product information on whatever platform or location they decide to hang out on. Improving customer insights for an omnichannel experience To be truly omnichannel in marketing it means as a retailer, your brand presence exists across multiple […]

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March 15, 2023

4 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

Consolidate your IT landscape with an MDM solution

Mulesoft recently published their 8th annual “Connectivity Benchmark Report”. The report reveals that organisations with at least 1,000 employees now have an average of 1,061 applications in operation. A mind-boggling number considering the number of resources required to run and maintain a single application. Why are we running so many applications? There is obviously not […]

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March 1, 2023

4 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

Use Stibo STEP to accelerate digital transformation in manufacturing

One of the questions facing manufacturers in 2023 is how will they be able to fuel smart, digital innovation with high-quality data to realise the full potential of the new technologies typically associated with digital transformation that they have heard so much about. Digital transformation refers to the process of integrating digital technologies into various […]

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February 22, 2023

5 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

Is Your MDM Strategy Ready for the Metaverse?

Facebook changed their name to Meta Platforms in 2021 to underscore its focus on the Metaverse, investing $100+ billions of dollars in preparing for the next big wave. Their investment in the Metaverse in 2023 alone will amount to almost $20 billion. According to Forbes by 2024, the metaverse is predicted to grow into a […]

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February 15, 2023

5 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

CEOs should consider MDM to help address their top concerns for the next 10 years

CEOs should consider Master Data Management as a key element when finding solution for the challenges they face for the ten years.

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February 7, 2023

7 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

How to use Stibo STEP to unlock value in the CPG sector

Responding to changes in customer behaviour Looking back at 2022 it has been a year of CPG (consumer packaged goods) companies responding to the changes in how their end-consumer demand has evolved post the COVID pandemic. We have all seen the change in consumer buying behaviour, that continues to see more of us shopping online, […]

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July 18, 2022

10 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

7 ways To Advance Your Business with Stibo STEP Workflows

In this article, I will highlight seven different areas, where you could consider taking advantage of the automation and streamlining powers of STEP Workflows.

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July 4, 2022

4 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

3 Signs Your Business Needs Stibo STEP Master Data Management Solution

The modern enterprise must be able to respond to changes in the market and swiftly capitalize on emerging opportunities. This is a challenge considering the average data scientist spends approximately 60% of their time cleaning and organizing data, according to Forbes. According to Accenture: Fully 67 percent of those surveyed (who are senior managers or […]

mdm-solutions

June 23, 2022

7 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

What Is Stibo STEP & How Can It Help Your Business?

STEP (Stibo Systems Enterprise Platform) is the most comprehensive Master Data Management (MDM) software solution for creating, managing, and publishing accurate and consistent master data across a business. STEP helps businesses by providing a single source of truth for their product, customer, and supplier information, which can improve data quality, reduce errors, and increase the […]

mdm-introduction

October 7, 2021

6 Mins.

Martin Kjeldsen

Extend your business model with Stibo STEP

There can be many reasons for implementing a STEP solution. Perhaps you're keen to achieve a single view of product, customer and other master data. Maybe you're hoping to optimise the processes along your master data value chain, enabling feeds of structured product information to essential marketing and sales channels, such as a webstore. Delivering […]

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September 21, 2021

1 Min.

InStudio

Unit of Measure becomes a Stibo Systems partner

We are thrilled to announce that Unit of Measure is now officially a Stibo Systems partner. The partnership will strengthen our already strong relationship with Stibo Systems and we look forward to work closely with Stibo Systems for the years to come. We are probably one of the only Stibo Systems partners who have a […]

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August 26, 2021

1 Min.

InStudio

We are Hiring

We're hiring STEP profiles for our office in India At Unit of Measure, we are right now looking for both highly experienced STEP profiles as well as upcoming STEP talents for our office in India. Would you like to be part of a dynamic company that: Is purely focused on STEP (from Stibo Systems) Aims […]

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August 13, 2024

How an evolving automotive industry can use MDM to drive change for the digital age

June 19, 2024

Can MDM help move the needle on digital transformation for retail enterprise organisations?

May 23, 2024

Master Data Management and the Role of Data Governance

April 24, 2024

How to leverage your MDM System for the EU’s Digital Product Passport.

April 10, 2024

Why Change Management Should be an Integral Part of Your Master Data Management Project

March 13, 2024

How to align an MDM solution with your ESG reporting obligations

February 22, 2024

Making ESG reporting a part of your data strategy

December 19, 2023

Video: Christmas and Happy New Year greetings

December 12, 2023

How to Get Started on Your Master Data Management (MDM) Journey

November 9, 2023

How does your company manage its data?

October 2, 2023

How can a Master Data Management solution facilitate a circular economy?

September 18, 2023

Why Master Data Management should become the foundation for ESG reporting

September 5, 2023

From Data to PDF Document: The Power of STEP and Adobe InDesign Integration

August 14, 2023

How the Automotive Industry Uses MDM to Tackle Data Management Challenges

June 21, 2023

Meet us at Connect 2023 – the Stibo Systems global customer event

June 1, 2023

What is the expected financial impact of investing in your Master Data Management (MDM)?

May 15, 2023

Use your MDM System to leverage QR Codes

May 2, 2023

How B2B Distributors can successfully leverage MDM

April 11, 2023

Tips on how to internally sell Master Data Management in your organisation

March 16, 2023

How can retailers make product data accessible on channels their customers use?

March 15, 2023

Consolidate your IT landscape with an MDM solution

March 1, 2023

Use Stibo STEP to accelerate digital transformation in manufacturing

February 22, 2023

Is Your MDM Strategy Ready for the Metaverse?

February 15, 2023

CEOs should consider MDM to help address their top concerns for the next 10 years

February 7, 2023

How to use Stibo STEP to unlock value in the CPG sector

July 18, 2022

7 ways To Advance Your Business with Stibo STEP Workflows

July 4, 2022

3 Signs Your Business Needs Stibo STEP Master Data Management Solution

June 23, 2022

What Is Stibo STEP & How Can It Help Your Business?

October 7, 2021

Extend your business model with Stibo STEP

September 21, 2021

Unit of Measure becomes a Stibo Systems partner

August 26, 2021

We are Hiring