Fig. 14.1.12 The corporate data model forms the basis for the design of the

different, customized data marts.

Taxonomies/Ontologies

Another important form of a data model is the taxonomy. The taxonomy is the form of a
data model used to shape and manage text. Text is free form. When an author sits down
to write a document, the author can compose the document however he/she wishes.

Chapter 14.1: Data Models Across the End-State Architecture