Similarly, the same analysis can contribute significant new data structures to the Data Warehouse Model and other Business Area data models. CASE tools support the integration of data between models via utilities, subschemas and the central dictionary. Data models are valuable for determining the suitability of software packages and their application across an entire organization. Data models also have components that are ideal for recording information about projects, applications, events and costs. Data models can serve as vehicle for conveying this information across organizations and providing a source of continuity.
Data models are powerful vehicles for communicating ideas and strategic plans.
Data models are also an excellent way for managers to describe their business responsibilities to others in terms of plans, objectives and goals. Training personnel use data models to train and familiarize staff with the organization at large. Organizations within the same industry tend to perform the same basic functions, which require similar data. The processes that work upon the data can vary dramatically. This makes it possible to create detailed, sophisticated 'template' data models that can be edited, extended and customized to meet organization-specific requirements.