A database is a model of how the users view their business world. This means that the users are the final judges as to what data the database should contain and how the records in that database should be related to one another. Thus, user review of the data model is crucial. When a database is developed, users must carefully review the data model. If they do not understand any aspect of it, they should ask for clarification until they do. Entities must contain all of the data they need to do their jobs, and relationships must accurately reflect their view of the business. If the data model is wrong, the database will be designed incorrectly, and the applications will be difficult to use, if not worthless. Developers should not proceed with the database design unless the data model is accurate.