Columbia Sportswear Company has signed a deal with Teradata Corporation and Informatica Corporation that will see it consolidate its data from multiple existing platforms.
Columbia has purchased a Teradata Database and Teradata Data Warehouse Appliance, whilst Informatica will provide the data integration technology to connect Columbia’s source systems to the new Teradata system.
“Columbia Sportswear understands the importance of managing data as a strategic asset. With the Informatica Platform, Columbia will be able to improve its supply chain efficiency by fully leveraging the Teradata warehouse. Informatica technology alongside Teradata transforms the way businesses work – giving all stakeholders timely access to trustworthy, accurate data,” said Ivan Chong, executive vice president, Data Quality Product Division, Informatica.
“By consolidating into one database data that was previously stored in multiple areas within the company, data are consistent. Consistency in information is key for employees to trust Columbia Sportswear information assets,” Ted Senemar, vice president of mid-market, Americas region, Teradata Corporation, said. “Our new Platform Family price points are bringing the power of Teradata to companies of all sizes.”

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