Role of the database administrator in design reviews

The role of a database administrator in the review process is to ensure that a good database design is developed and then effectively implemented. The role is ongoing and provides a supporting framework for the other database administration tasks.

The role of database administration in the review process is an important one. Typically, a member of the database administration staff, someone not associated with the specific system being developed, moderates the reviews. The moderator does more than just conduct the meeting. The moderator also looks to see what impact development of this system has on existing or future systems. You, the database administrator responsible for developing the system, need to participate in all reviews.