Chapter 6.2

Introduction to Data Vault Modeling

Abstract

One of the most important components of the end-state architecture is that of the data vault. The data vault exists to satisfy the need for rock-solid data integrity. Like all other components of the end-state architecture, the data vault has gone through its own evolution. And like all components of the end-state architecture, data vault will continue to evolve.

Keywords

Business context; Source system restructuring; Data vault model; Dimensional modelling; Data warehouse; Lean initiative; Satellite; Relationship table; Precaching; Hash keys; Business keys

What Is a Data Vault Model Concept?

From a conceptual level, the data vault model (DVM) is a hub-and-spoke-based model, designed ...

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