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Data Model for the Motor Trade 
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1) Here is a Framework for Digital Initiatives
It provides a vehicle for communication between Business Users and the Data Community.


2) This is the Conceptual Model

Conceptual Model We have Subject Area Models for :-
  • Customers
  • Deliveries
  • Sales
  • Vehicles

  • 3) This is the Master Data Conceptual Model for Customers and Vehicles.
    The Cross Reference Tables match Brand-specific IDs to Master IDs.

    ERD Data Model

    4) This is the Entity-Relationship Diagram (showing Key fields)
    It corresponds to the Conceptual Model shown at Item 2 above.

    ERD Data Model

    5) Getting Started
    5.1 Establish a Steering Group
    5.2 Review the Framework for Digital Initiatives
    5.3 Determine the Priorities -
  • Data Dictionary
  • Data Governance
  • Data Stewards
    5.4 Agree the scope of the Conceptual Model
  • Master Data
  • Data Sources



  • Barry Williams
    Principal Consultant
    Database Answers Ltd.
    London, England
    June 8th. 2014


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