Concept

Data Governance

The operating model, policies, roles, and controls for managing data as an accountable asset.

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Position in the Trusted Data Framework

Data Governance

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Data Governance in the concept network

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Relationship Matrix

Data Governance as a network node

Connected concept
Relationship

Sets ownership and control expectations for reusable data products.

Defines quality accountability and operating controls.

Makes data practices auditable and accountable.

Concept Relationships

How Data Governance works with other concepts

Sets ownership and control expectations for reusable data products.

Defines quality accountability and operating controls.

SupportsTrust

Makes data practices auditable and accountable.

Definition

Data Governance defines ownership, quality rules, stewardship, access, lifecycle, and accountability for data.

Role in the Trusted Data Framework

Creates the management foundation for trusted data and reusable data products.

Practical Examples

  • Data ownership
  • Stewardship model
  • Data policy
  • Quality controls

Consulting Questions

  • What problem does this concept help diagnose in the client environment?
  • Which upstream concepts must be in place before this concept becomes reliable?
  • What evidence would prove that this concept is working in practice?