
CONTENTS
Foreword ..................................................... vii
Preface ....................................................... xv
P A II T I
Understanding Data Accuracy ............................
1
, ,~ ~ ~,~ ~: ~ , The Data Quality Problem ....................... 3
1.1 Data Is a Precious Resource .................................. 3
1.2 Impact of Continuous Evolution of Information Systems ........... 5
1.3 Acceptance of Inaccurate Data ................................ 8
1.4 The Blame for Poor-Quality Data ............................. 9
1.5 Awareness Levels .......................................... ...