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Data Governance For Dummies

by Jonathan Reichental

December 2022

Beginner

288 pages

7h 21m

English

For Dummies

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About This BookFoolish AssumptionsIcons Used in This BookBeyond the BookWhere to Go from Here
Understanding Data GovernanceDeveloping a Data Governance FrameworkPreparing for Data Governance
Defining DataThe Role of Data in the 21st CenturyUnderstanding the Impact of Big Data
Identifying the Roles of DataImproving Outcomes with Data
Examining the Broader Value of DataDeveloping a Data Strategy for Improved Results
Identifying the Business Case for Data GovernanceCreating a Data Governance Strategy Proposal

Establishing Basic Approaches to Data GovernanceExamining Where Data Governance Brings Value
Defining an Organization’s PrioritiesDetermining the Desired Outcomes
Exploring Roles and Responsibilities in Data GovernanceCreating Data Governance Leadership Groups
Analyzing Stakeholder NeedsDeveloping Policies and Procedures
Implementing a Data Governance ProgramUsing Data Governance Across the Enterprise
Managing the Day-to-Day of a Data Governance ProgramAutomating a Data Governance Program
Identifying Ways to Measure Program SuccessDeploying Monitoring Processes
Exploring the Complexities of Data GovernanceAnticipating Ongoing Program Risks and Challenges
Start Small and Progressively Build Your ProgramEnsure the Program Is Aligned with the Interests of the OrganizationGet Your Leaders to Advocate for the Program’s SuccessBegin the Change Management Process EarlyEstablish Meaningful MetricsCreate Abundant Learning Opportunities for Team MembersCommunicate Early and OftenRemind Stakeholders This Is a Program, Not a ProjectFocus on People and BehaviorsUnderstand What Data Matters to the Organization
Data OwnerData StewardData CustodianData UserData Governance ManagerChief Data Officer (CDO)Chief Information Officer (CIO)Chief Executive Officer (CEO)Data Governance Council (DGC)Data Governance Program Office (DGPO)

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Chapter 1

Defining Data Governance

IN THIS CHAPTER

Unpacking the definition of data governance

Discovering the elements of a data governance program

Understanding the role of data culture

Determining data governance readiness

Today, the topic of data governance suffers from a public relations problem. In the pages ahead, I explain how data governance is one of the most valuable programs that an organization can implement right now. The trouble is that many business leaders have an entirely different perception, assuming they even know what data governance is.

Although the momentum toward adoption is picking up pace, far too many organizations don’t understand what data governance is. Many executives admit it’s not showing up on their list of top priorities. They perceive data governance to be bureaucratic, complex, expensive, and largely discretionary.

Leaders soon change their views when they understand that data governance, done right, can help unleash the remarkable power of data, drive business growth, and enable successful digital transformations, all while reducing significant ...