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erwin Skills 101 : On Demand

erwin Skills 101 : On Demand

Welcome to our erwin Skills 101 On Demand Page! Discover a carefully crafted collection of webcasts, tutorials and expert insights designed to help you maximize your use of erwin Data Modeler and the erwin Data Intelligence suite.

Future-Proof Your Data Models: Why erwin Data Modeler Is the Strategic PowerDesigner Alternative

Future-Proof Your Data Models: Why erwin Data Modeler Is the Strategic PowerDesigner Alternative 20:59

Session Date: September 9th

As SAP PowerDesigner reaches its end-of-life, organizations must plan a seamless transition without risking valuable metadata or disrupting operations. In this on-demand video, Sandhill experts Steve Dillon and Jeff Giles demonstrate how modern Data Intelligence tools—Catalog, Lineage, and Modeling—can improve reporting accuracy, reduce audit risk, and drive transparency across teams. You’ll also learn how erwin Data Modeler protects existing investments while future-proofing your strategy with advanced connectivity, NoSQL support, and a proven commitment to innovation.

Designing Data Structures with Intelligence

Designing Data Structures with Intelligence 33:26

Session Date: August 27th

Discover how erwin DM Workgroup Edition elevates your data modeling with the innovative Mart Portal, offering advanced access controls, automatic versioning, and collaborative features via the ER360 web portal. This on-demand video highlights key functionalities such as generating DDL from physical models, impact analysis with Complete Compare, seamless CI/CD integration, centralized Active Model Templates for standards enforcement, and flexible database targeting—all designed to help your team adapt quickly and maintain a competitive edge in the ever-changing technology environment.

Governing Reporting Using Data Intelligence

Governing Reporting Using Data Intelligence 41:09

Session Date: August 13th

This webcast highlights how banks and financial institutions are leveraging modern Data Intelligence tools like Catalog, Lineage, and Modeling to streamline regulatory reporting, simplify FR 2052a, and accelerate BCBS 239 compliance. Learn how to enable smoother audits, enhance data traceability from source to submission, and improve cross-team collaboration—empowering financial organizations to reduce risk and stay ahead of evolving regulatory requirements.

Data Modeling 2025: Trends & Deep Dive into Snowflake

Data Modeling 2025: Trends & Deep Dive into Snowflake 01:01:39

Session Date: July 30th

Join Vani Mishra of erwin DM and Bernie Pruss, a SnowPro-certified data architect, as they explore the evolving landscape of data modeling in 2025, shaped by data growth, AI, and regulatory pressures. This session highlights key trends, modern platform capabilities like Snowflake, and practical strategies for managing complex data environments. You'll gain insights into how effective data modeling and tools like erwin Data Modeler can support digital transformation, ensure compliance, and deliver strategic business value.

The Art of Documenting Data Structures

erwin Skills 101: The Art of Documenting Data Structures 29:40

Session Date: June 25

Unlock the power of erwin DM to create a dynamic and tailored Logical/Physical Data Dictionary, seamlessly integrating your organization's unique terminology and customized data flags also known as User Defined Properties (UDP). Elevate your Data Model and visual diagrams with this innovative tool, transforming the way you capture and convey the essence of your data landscape. Discover how personalized insights can enhance clarity and drive informed decision-making within your organization.

Plan and Model with erwin for Confidence

Skills 101 Exclusives: Model Before You Move - Extend Oracle to Snowflake with Confidence 41:21

Session Date: Apr 30

Use erwin Data Modeler to create detailed representations of your Oracle environment, mapping out how data will flow into Snowflake. When integrated with Foglight’s performance metrics and SharePlex’s replication status, erwin helps you visualize dependencies, plan data transformations, and validate the migration process. This synergy ensures your migration is well-structured, compliant, and executed with full visibility across all stages.

Unlocking the Secrets of your Data Structures

erwin Skills 101: Ep. 2 - Unlocking the Secrets of your Data Structures 21:48

Session Date: Apr 9

In this insightful session, you'll discover how erwin Data Modeler 14.1 offers native support for 33 data structures, enabling seamless integration and analysis. This allows for easy Reverse Engineering to reveal hidden insights, Forward Engineering to generate DDL effortlessly, and Comprehensive Comparisons for impact analysis.

Why DM?

erwin Skills 101: Episode 1 - Why DM? 28:30

Session Date: Feb. 12

Discover how erwin Data Modeler helps organizations effectively discover, document, develop and manage their data architectures, keeping you ahead in data management.