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Data Governance Handbook

By : Wendy S. Batchelder
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Data Governance Handbook

By: Wendy S. Batchelder

Overview of this book

2.5 quintillion bytes! This is the amount of data being generated every single day across the globe. As this number continues to grow, understanding and managing data becomes more complex. Data professionals know that it’s their responsibility to navigate this complexity and ensure effective governance, empowering businesses with the right data, at the right time, and with the right controls. If you are a data professional, this book will equip you with valuable guidance to conquer data governance complexities with ease. Written by a three-time chief data officer in global Fortune 500 companies, the Data Governance Handbook is an exhaustive guide to understanding data governance, its key components, and how to successfully position solutions in a way that translates into tangible business outcomes. By the end, you’ll be able to successfully pitch and gain support for your data governance program, demonstrating tangible outcomes that resonate with key stakeholders.
Table of Contents (24 chapters)
1
Part 1:Designing the Path to Trusted Data
7
Part 2:Data Governance Capabilities Deep Dive
14
Part 3:Building Trust through Value-Based Delivery
20
Part 4:Case Study

Conclusion

In this chapter, we explored the fundamental concept of data quality and its critical role in driving informed decision-making. We established a framework for understanding the various dimensions of data quality, including accuracy, completeness, consistency, and timeliness. We further delved into different sources of data errors and imperfections, highlighting the importance of proactive data quality management practices. You should now have a firm understanding of the following areas:

  • The importance of data quality, including why it is required for building trust in data.
  • How to define a data quality strategy and framework
  • Specific needs when it comes to implementation
  • How to design a data quality solution with impact
  • How to set data quality up for success in your company

By prioritizing data quality, organizations can unlock the true potential of their information assets. Clean, consistent, and reliable data empowers effective analytics...