Ole Olesen-Bagneux, Connecting the data dots with MetaGrid

28/08/2025 55 min Temporada 1 Episodio 22
Ole Olesen-Bagneux, Connecting the data dots with MetaGrid

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In this episode of Praxi Pod, host Andrew Turner speaks with Ole Olesen-Bahneux about his journey in the data space, his first book on data catalogs, and his new book on metadata management. They discuss the importance of user adoption, the concept of the MetaGrid, and how Ole's background in library science informs his approach to data management. The conversation highlights the challenges organisations face in managing data and the need for better coordination of metadata repositories.TakeawaysOle's first book focuses on the importance of data catalogs.Data catalogs are often underutilized in organizations.User adoption is crucial for the success of data technologies.Ole emphasizes the need for a bridge between technology and business.The concept of the MetaGrid helps coordinate multiple metadata repositories.Metadata is defined as being in two places at once.The role of reference librarians can be applied to data management.Ole's background in library science informs his approach to data.Understanding metadata can improve data management practices.Ole's new book addresses the challenges of metadata management.Sound bites"Data catalogs are where metadata goes to die.""Metadata is in two places at once.""It's a tech book, but it's a weird tech book."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Ole Olsen Bagneux02:41 The Importance of Data and AI05:41 Ole's Academic and Professional Journey10:55 Understanding Data Catalogs13:50 User Adoption and Data Catalogs19:14 The Fundamentals of Metadata Management25:01 The Journey of Metadata Management27:49 Understanding the IT Landscape31:08 The MetaGrid Concept35:59 Defining Metadata42:10 The Role of the Reference Librarian48:16 Bridging the Gap in Data Management

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