1 Copyright  Data Advantage Group, Inc. Distributed Metadata Management Stu Carty April 9, 2003 tel:

2 Copyright  Data Advantage Group, Inc. Metadata Management Architectures CentralizedReal-TimeHybrid (passive) copies and/or physically stores meta data definitions active, real-time access to meta data (no copy / storage) real-time access with some copy / storage

3 Copyright  Data Advantage Group, Inc. MetaCenter™ Architecture Unique Ability, Patent Pending

4 Copyright  Data Advantage Group, Inc. MetaCenter - Easy to Use & Navigate

5 Copyright  Data Advantage Group, Inc. Entity - Name - Definition - Data-type - Data-Values Business Rule - Name - Definition - Policy Maker - Manager Table - Name - Syntax - Column - Data Steward Mapping - Name - Comment - Version - Application Operating Platform - Definition - Location - Specifications Critical Success Factor - Name - Definition - Policy Maker - Controllability Rating Business Technical MetaCenter is 100% Extensible You can model any type of metadata Add any object-types, attributes, or relationships

6 Copyright  Data Advantage Group, Inc. IRMAC - Key Questions to Address Key Features & FunctionsMetaCenter version 2.7MetaCenter version 3.0 (shipping today)(launches Q2/2003) Web Portal / Browser-based interface100% Java Favorites DashboardYes Administrator interfaceWindows-based100% Java Independent, Standalone Repository productYes 100% extensible meta-model: object-types, attributes, and relationships Yes Non-Proprietary Repository based on standard, open 3rd-party RDBMS Yes Repository DBMS accessible thru 3rd-party tools Yes Open Import thru Flat Files (CSV)Yes Open Interchange thru CWM/XMInoYes Repository Export thru CWM/XMInoYes Import mapping wizardYes Export mapping wizardnoYes Real-time (ActiveLinx) meta data interfaces Informatica, Business Objects, ERwin, Oracle DBMS, SQL/Server DBMS Informatica, Business Objects, ERwin, Oracle DBMS, SQL/Server DBMS plus MicroStrategy, DB2/UDB, Cognos, and others Pricing users + interfacesUS$80,000 to $150,000 Typical installation, setup, and training5 days

7 Copyright  Data Advantage Group, Inc. Customer Examples

8 Copyright  Data Advantage Group, Inc. MetaCenter Customer Example Centralized (passive) copies and/or physically stores meta data definitions  Business Audience – dozens of users  Uses MetaCenter to document, store, and manage Business meta data for internal “Finance Data Library”

9 Copyright  Data Advantage Group, Inc. MetaCenter Customer Example Real-Time active, real-time access to meta data (no copy / storage)  Technical Audience  Uses MetaCenter to help manage 1100 ETL mappings across 13 separate, physical ETL repositories  Emphasis on Data Lineage, Mapping Analysis, Impact Analysis reporting Major Sportswear Company

10 Copyright  Data Advantage Group, Inc. MetaCenter Customer Example  Both Business & Technical audience – over 200 users  DW tools = Informatica, Erwin, MS-SQL/Server  Previously using Excel spreadsheets to manage metadata!  Uses MetaCenter to document, store, and manage both Business and Technical metadata from their DW environment Hybrid real-time access with some copy / storage

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12 Copyright  Data Advantage Group, Inc. What the Experts Say "Data Advantage Group brings a fresh, modern perspective to the world of enterprise metadata management. I've reviewed this company in detail,and can honestly say that their background and experience is exceptional. I'm very impressed with their innovative product and service offerings." Bill Inmon "The Father of Data Warehousing" & Leading Expert in Metadata Management President, Billinmon.com LLC "MetaCenter is a truly unique product offering. Its innovative approach of real-time interfacing sets it apart from legacy repository products. MetaCenter's ease of use helps it to be implemented across a broader audience from business users to IT staff." Adrienne Tannenbaum Leading Authority in Metadata Mgmt President, Database Design Solutions “… Metadata is back on the agenda and Data Advantage Group certainly understand it and have a viable, pragmatic and unique approach.” Gareth Morfill Senior Analyst, Ovum

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14 Copyright  Data Advantage Group, Inc. Thank You For more information please contact: Stu Carty tel: