The high availability of data, enhanced computing power and advanced Data Science technologies together make a lethal combination for data-driven outcomes. With the open data economy just around the corner, well-tuned Data Governance capabilities will be the goal of most businesses. Current Data Management practices are focused on risk free data sharing and regulatory compliance. […]
The Difference Between Data Governance and Data Management
Pete Stiglich recently wrote for the Perficient Health IT blog, “When you hear some talk about Data Governance, it is hard to decipher whether they’re really talking about Data Governance or if they’re really talking about Data Management or some ambiguous conglomeration of the two. The DAMA Dictionary of Data Management defines Data Governance as ‘The […]
Successful Data Governance Structure
A recent article offers practical advice for structuring a successful data governance program. The article begins, “A three level model like this can work well at a lot of companies: (1) Data Governance Steering Committee: a cross-functional, executive level group that makes policy decisions, provides funding, resolves escalated issues, and provides strategic direction. (2) The […]