LETTER FROM THE CO-CHAIRS OF THE THOUGHT LEADERSHIP TASK GROUP
Dear Readers ,
We are excited to present the 26 th edition of the Object Management Group ® ( OMG ®) Journal of Innovation , celebrating over eight years of impactful contributions to innovative industry solutions powered by digital twins , artificial intelligence , industrial IoT technologies , and many others .
This issue focuses on data and is titled " Shaping the Future in a Data-Centric Connected World , from Creation to Usage and Compliance .” Data is the cornerstone of modern innovation and driving progress across various sectors . Embracing data-centric approaches and fostering robust data management practices allows businesses to unlock new levels of innovation , compliance , and operational efficiency .
The articles listed below cover diverse data topics such as data-centric architecture , enterprise data assets and their lifecycle , data sharing , semantic applications , and ontologies and taxonomies .
The Role of Data Centricity in Smart , Connected Systems by Real-Time Innovations ( RTI ) This article highlights the transformative impact of data-centricity using the OMG Data Distribution Service ( DDS ) standard to enhance real-time communication , flexibility , and scalability .
Applying Standards to Information Centric Operations by Object Management Group ( OMG ) This piece underscores the importance of standards in the data-centric revolution , with case studies demonstrating maximized data value and regulatory compliance .
Unlocking the Full Potential of Enterprise Data : Managing Valuable Data Assets Through Their Lifecycles by IGnPower This work emphasizes the strategic management of enterprise data , exploring innovative lifecycle strategies to stay competitive in the digital age .
Leveraging the Potentials of Data Sharing : Insights from a Transportation Testbed by Ferdinand Steinbeis Institute This article explores the critical role of data sharing in enhancing digital twins , with a case study on optimizing passenger transportation systems at a German airport .
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