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26 Sep 2025
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Attention #DataVault fans – Check out the all new DVAUnited site

You may have missed it, but Dan Linstedt has evolved the Data Vault System from 2.0 to 2.1 (lots of new stuff in there!). Along with that, he has decommissioned the original Data Vault Alliance site and forums and replaced it with an all new, modern, home for DV 2.1 that he calls DVA United.

Why “united?” Because we finally have access to all things data vault under one roof – just one site for learning, discussing, and connecting. This gives us a central location for community driven learning and support. That includes active engagement, online discussions, and live Q&A sessions with Dan Linstedt himself.

If you are embarking on a new Data Vault 2.x project or already in the middle of one, this is the most economical way to get the coaching and mentoring you need from not only Dan, but other industry experts (like myself occasionally).

As a member (yes, there is a fee for all this goodness), you gain access to in-depth resources, expert-led discussions, and live events designed to help you master the architecture, methodology, and modeling practices that make Data Vault effective. More importantly, you’ll build confidence in your projects by applying techniques supported by a global network of professionals who have been where you are now.

If you are a recruiter or consultancy looking for highly qualified Data Vault practitioners, there is a new Talent Connect feature just for you (seperate fee applies). So why search the internet and LinkedIn, when you can go one place to find folks who are actively looking for new gigs?

For instant access to all this goodness, all you have to do is sign up for Starter Membership (which includes a 10 day trial). With that you get:

  • 1 Quarterly Q&A Webinar
  • Starter Resources
  • Podcasts
  • Tips and Tricks
  • SQL Downloads
  • Articles
  • Data Vault Discussions
  • Hot Topics
  • Fun Data Memes
  • Direct Private Messaging
  • Access to Talent Connect (to add yourself if you are on the hunt)

With the Pro Membership, you get these additional benefits:

  • Monthly Q&A Webinars
  • Quarterly Topic Webinars
  • Access to Past Q&A Webinars
  • Access to WWDVC Videos
  • BI (AI) Prompt Exchange
  • Access to Pro Resources
  • Pro-Specific Courses

If you like what you see and learn (I am sure you will), then you can sign up for either the Starter membership or the Pro membership. As a bonus, because you read my blog, you can use the code KG30YCD to get 30% your quarterly membership fee. Cancel anytime.

So, check the new site out today and take your Data Vault game to new heights.

Happy Data Vaulting!

Kent

The Data Warrior

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25 Sep 2023

Introducing the All New Data Vault Alliance Professional Membership

NB – this post is now 2 years old and superseded by my more recent post. I am keeping it here for historical purposes.

This is very exciting news to everyone interested is upping their #DataVault 2.0 game with access to exclusive member benefits including regular coaching and Q&A sessions with Dan Linstedt, the inventor of Data Vault, as well as other world-renowned experts in Data Vault 2.0. For a limited time, you can become a Charter member of the DVA Community.

Unlock a world of unparalleled opportunities with our exclusive Professional Membership to the Data Vault Community. Elevate your expertise and propel your career to new heights with access to personalized coaching and dynamic question-and-answer sessions. Our seasoned experts will guide you through intricate data management concepts, ensuring your understanding is not just comprehensive but truly insightful. Gain a competitive edge by immersing yourself in our specialized training courses, meticulously designed to equip you with the latest skills demanded by the industry.

Our Professional Membership benefits cover:

  • Access a wealth of collective knowledge for learning and skill enhancement.
  • Engage in discussions with experts to gain insights into complex data management concepts.
  • Receive guidance on both introductory and advanced Data Vault techniques.
  • Foster cross-industry perspectives that inspire innovative problem-solving approaches.
  • Expand your professional network by connecting with like-minded practitioners.
  • Discover collaboration opportunities and potential partnerships with professionals from diverse sectors.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in data management.
  • Adapt your strategies to evolving industry dynamics with real-time information.
  • Seek guidance and validation for your ideas within a supportive and encouraging environment.
  • Develop a strong sense of belonging and camaraderie within a collaborative ecosystem.

As a Professional Member, you’re not just joining a community – you’re embracing a transformative journey where networking becomes second nature, staying ahead of trends is effortless, and your growth is our top priority. Elevate your potential, expand your horizons, and become a driving force in the ever-evolving landscape of data management with our premium Professional Membership. Your success story begins here.

For a very limited time, this Professional Charter Membership is ON SALE for 50% off, so don’t wait, sign up today! There is even an opportunity to get your organization a Charter Membership.

For all the details of exactly what is included, go here: Learn Data Vault (NB: this site have been superseded by the new, improved DVAUnited site. See my recent post for details.)

Ciao for now!

Kent

The Data Warrior (and Data Vault Master)

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19 Apr 2023

Unlocking the Vault Podcast – What’s Coming in 2023

A few weeks back I was privileged to one of the guests on Dan Linstedt’s podcast, Unlocking the Vault, along with a bevy of other well know data visionaries, thought leaders, and practitioners.

Our topic was –  it’s 2023 and we’re swimming in buzzwords like data mesh, decentralization, data lake house, etc. What’s actually the next big thing that we should take seriously? Are we forgetting something obvious or leaving something behind?

We had quite the discussion on what we see happening in 2023, where the industry is going, agile, DataOps, and loads more.

Listen in!

Enjoy!

Kent

The Data Warrior

P.S. If you enjoyed that discussion, lots more like that to come for an entire week at WWDVC 2023. It is not too late to sign up and join us in Stowe, Vermont! Register here today!

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27 Mar 2023

In-Person Conferences: Are They Worth It?

The Data Warrior Kent Graziano and DataRebels Owner, Cindi Meyersohn, are back for another conversation! Today, the topic of discussion is in-person conferences – in an ever-increasing virtual world, is there a benefit to traveling to be in-person?

Kent: Hey there Cindi, so we’re here talking about the benefits of in-person conferences. I’m going to just come out and state the obvious, that YES, being at events in-person is much more enjoyable and beneficial in general. The interactions with speakers live, the chance to ask questions and network, and the ability to share your thoughts with industry leaders – the value of those things should not be underestimated. We’ll circle back around to general discussion, but full disclosure, we’re talking specifically about one conference that’s coming up: the WWDVC 2023.

Cindi: Right Kent, it’s going to be the first week of May, so it’s coming up quickly! And DataVaultAlliance has a huge line up of who’s who in data analytics:

  • The father of data warehousing, Bill Inmon
  • Inventor of Data Vault, Dan Linstedt
  • The author of “An Introduction to Database Systems”, world-renowned specialist in relational database theory, CJ Date.

Check out the rest of the post, all the reasons I think we need to be in-person, and a DISCOUNT code for WWDVC, here.

See you soon (hopefully)!

Kent

The Data Warrior

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18 Nov 2022

Data Vault and Data Governance, Pt. 2

Hey #DataVault fans! Here is another post that just came out about DV and governance – how are they related?

In part two of this blog series, we sit down with Kent Graziano and Cindi Meyersohn to dig a bit deeper on data governance and its relationship to data quality.

Cindi: Kent, we’ve already talked about data governance as it relates to security, now what about data quality?

Kent: It’s important to talk about the key aspects and benefits of data governance found in improved data quality, because if people can’t trust the data, then they’re not going to use the data.  No matter how sophisticated you get in loading your data, moving your data, transforming your data, displaying your data, if people don’t trust the quality of that data, then they’re not going to use it. 

The Data Vault architecture and methodology, above and beyond modeling, includes data quality in the approach, specifically related to TQM, which is vectorized total quality management, along with several other frameworks.  Particularly in Data Vault, you embrace the idea of having a continuous feedback loop on the data to the sources as part of the approach.  The inclusion of a continuous feedback loop should be a part of any planning and design of a Data Vault.

Check out the rest of the conversation here: Data Vault and Data Governance, Pt. 2

Enjoy!

Kent

The Data Warrior

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