Informatica MDM Assessment Test

An Informatica Master Data Management (MDM) Assessment Test evaluates candidates' expertise in using Informatica MDM to manage and consolidate master data across an organization. Informatica MDM is designed to ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of master data, which is critical for effective business operations.

A Informatica MDM Assessment Test evaluates candidates for:

1. Introduction to Informatica MDM:

• Overview: Understanding the purpose and capabilities of Informatica MDM for managing master data.
• Architecture: Knowledge of the Informatica MDM architecture, including MDM Hub, MDM Data Model, and related components.

2. MDM Data Model:

• Data Model: Understanding the structure of the Informatica MDM data model, including entities, attributes, and hierarchies.
• Customization: Skills in customizing the data model to fit specific business requirements.

3. Data Integration:

• Integration: Knowledge of integrating Informatica MDM with various data sources, including databases, files, and applications.
• Data Loading: Skills in configuring and managing data loading processes, including batch and real-time data loading.
• Data Transformation: Understanding how to use Informatica PowerCenter or other ETL tools for transforming data before loading it into MDM.

4. Data Quality:

• Data Cleansing: Skills in using Informatica Data Quality tools to cleanse and standardize data before it enters the MDM system.
• Validation: Understanding how to configure data validation rules and address data quality issues.

5. Match and Merge:

• Matching Rules: Knowledge of configuring and managing matching rules to identify duplicate records within the MDM system.
• Merge Policies: Skills in defining and applying merge policies to consolidate duplicate records into a single master record.

6. Hierarchy Management:

• Hierarchy Setup: Understanding how to create and manage hierarchical relationships within the MDM system.
• Hierarchy Visualization: Skills in configuring hierarchy visualization and management tools to view and interact with hierarchical data.

7. Data Stewardship and Governance:

• Data Stewardship: Knowledge of data stewardship processes, including monitoring and managing data quality and consistency.
• Governance Policies: Understanding how to implement and enforce data governance policies and procedures.

8. Data Security:

• Security Configuration: Skills in configuring security settings to protect master data, including user access control and data encryption.
• Compliance: Knowledge of compliance requirements related to data security and privacy.

9. Workflow and Process Management:

• Workflows: Understanding how to design and implement workflows for data stewardship, approval, and validation processes.
• Process Automation: Skills in automating data management processes using Informatica MDM’s built-in tools.

10. Reporting and Analytics:

• Reporting Tools: Knowledge of using reporting tools to generate insights and reports from master data.
• Analytics: Skills in analyzing master data to support decision-making and business intelligence.

11. System Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

• Maintenance: Understanding best practices for maintaining the Informatica MDM system, including backups and performance tuning.
• Troubleshooting: Skills in diagnosing and resolving common issues related to Informatica MDM, such as data integration problems or performance issues.

12. Upgrades and Patches:

• Upgrades: Knowledge of procedures for upgrading Informatica MDM to new versions and applying patches.
• Testing: Skills in testing and validating upgrades to ensure system stability and data integrity.

13. Best Practices:

• Implementation Best Practices: Understanding best practices for implementing Informatica MDM, including design, data quality, and performance optimization.
• Documentation: Knowledge of documenting MDM configurations, processes, and data governance policies.

This assessment ensures that candidates have the necessary skills to effectively manage master data using Informatica MDM, ensuring data quality, consistency, and compliance within an organization.