A generic database that can meet the requirements of many business areas
Anonymous
I need to explain in simple terms to my senior management the difference between a "database" and an application ( business specific) and how can it be that we cannot come up with a "database" that meets the requirements of a large number of business areas. Does anybody have any suggestion ? Saving Changes...
Michael BrownProject Manager| JPMorganChaseDeerfield, Il, United States
Seems somewhat obvious - which is probably why you're having a problem :) A database is nothing more than a file cabinet. Imagine Sr. management trying to come up with a file cabinet / filing system that EVERYONE in the company must stuff their papers into - and then try and find information when its needed.
Databases (and file cabinets) are organized according to the needs of those using them - ala the application. The application becomes the card catalog for quickly finding and accessing information in the database. Saving Changes...
