Data Model Scorecard®

The industry standard for data model quality

J.D Power rates cars, Nielsen rates TV shows, Morningstar rates stocks, and the Data Model Scorecard® rates data models. The Data Model Scorecard® is the industry’s benchmark on data model quality. Having your data model reviewed by the Scorecard ensures an objective and comprehensive validation. With the Scorecard, your model will receive a score accompanied by a document outlining the model’s strengths and areas for improvement. The score is calculated by applying over 400 rules spanning ten categories including correctness, completeness, and structural soundness.  

There are three reasons why a sound design is a requirement for a successful application:

  1. Leverage

  2. Data Quality

  3. ‘Big Picture’

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The Data Model Scorecard® builds strong data models


There are three simple steps to having your model reviewed:
  1. Tell me you are out there by filling in the form on this page. I can answer any questions you may have on the Scorecard and set up your account.
  2. I personally apply the Scorecard to your model. Depending on the size of the model submitted, it can take anywhere from two days to more than two months to complete the review. I will let you know within one day of receiving the model, how long it will take to review and the total cost.
  3. Receive the completed Scorecard. I deliver a final report to you in both pdf and html format. The html document will have embedded links and expandable subfolders for easy navigation. Strengths, weaknesses (with recommendations), and additional questions for you to consider, will all be contained in this report.

Read more on the Scorecard and see a sample report

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