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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

How to gain the support of the masses

With the amount of data doubling by 2026 and the increased demand for a trust-based approach, it’s critical we approach building our programs through that same lens: one where trust comes first. To build trust with the entirety of the organization, you need to show them they can trust you through your delivery. We previously discussed the importance of the enterprise data committee, which is critical for executive support. In addition, you should create forums and communication mechanisms to keep excitement and energy up about what you are doing to transform the company.

I recommend setting up a forum that does not have a restriction on the “who” or “how many” people attend. A broad and open forum is a great place to show what has been done versus telling what has been done. As you build capabilities, providing a demonstration as to what has been delivered and how the masses can start to take advantage and...