How can a company manage inconsistent data across departments?

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The problem of managing conflicting information within various departments can be handled through standards, accountability, and proper communication between departments. Organizations need to have common formats for their customer information, products' information, and financial information. Data quality tools that would assist in spotting the conflicting information and validating the same can prove useful. Accountability needs to be assigned for review and correction of conflicting information. The use of proper procedures and technology can assist in minimizing duplication of efforts, ensuring report consistency, and providing information for decision-making purposes.