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Edited by Hendrik J. Kockaert and Frieda Steurs
[Handbook of Terminology 1] 2015
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Concept modeling vs. data modeling in practice

 | Copenhagen Business School
 | Copenhagen Business School
Published online: 13 March 2015
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Article outline
  • 1.Introduction
  • 2.Concept modeling with terminological ontologies
    • 2.1Basics
    • 2.2 Principle of uniqueness of primary characteristics
    • 2.3 Principle of uniqueness of dimensions
    • 2.4 Principle of grouping by subdivision criteria
  • 3.Representing concept systems
  • 4.Concept modeling vs. data modeling
    • 4.1 Bridging the knowledge gap
    • 4.2 Ontologies compared to classification systems and data models
    • 4.3 The ideal data modeling process
  • 5.The usefulness of terminological ontologies
    • 5.1 Concept clarification and standardization as a prerequisite for digitization
    • 5.2 Case 1: User interface for drug prescription
      • 5.3 Case 2: Data model for food control
  • 6.Conclusion
  • Notes
  • References
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