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- Regular Audits: Conduct periodic audits to identify redundant, obsolete, or trivial (ROT) data, thereby preventing unmanageable data accumulation.
The Role of Metadata in Data Management
As data becomes more unstructured—such as images, documents, or social media content—the importance of metadata grows exponentially. Metadata acts as descriptive information that makes unstructured data searchable, categorizable, and manageable.
Key benefits include:
Reducing Data Duplication: Proper metadata helps identify duplicate data across different systems or departments, streamlining storage and reducing costs.
Enhancing Data Discovery: Well-maintained metadata improves data usability, making it easier for users to find relevant information quickly.