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Data Stewardship in Action

By : Pui Shing Lee
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Data Stewardship in Action

By: Pui Shing Lee

Overview of this book

In the competitive data-centric world, mastering data stewardship is not just a requirement—it's the key to organizational success. Unlock strategic excellence with Data Stewardship in Action, your guide to exploring the intricacies of data stewardship and its implementation for maximum efficiency. From business strategy to data strategy, and then to data stewardship, this book shows you how to strategically deploy your workforce, processes, and technology for efficient data processing. You’ll gain mastery over the fundamentals of data stewardship, from understanding the different roles and responsibilities to implementing best practices for data governance. You’ll elevate your data management skills by exploring the technologies and tools for effective data handling. As you progress through the chapters, you’ll realize that this book not only helps you develop the foundational skills to become a successful data steward but also introduces innovative approaches, including leveraging AI and GPT, for enhanced data stewardship. By the end of this book, you’ll be able to build a robust data governance framework by developing policies and procedures, establishing a dedicated data governance team, and creating a data governance roadmap that ensures your organization thrives in the dynamic landscape of data management.
Table of Contents (18 chapters)
Free Chapter
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Part 1:Why Data Stewardship and Why Me?
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Part 2:How to Become a Data Steward and Shine!
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Part 3:What Makes Data Stewardship a Sustainable Success?

Defining a target state – What does good data stewardship look like?

Defining a target state is essentially creating a clear vision of what an optimized data governance and stewardship program looks like. It involves setting specific goals and KPIs that reflect the organization’s data management aspirations. This vision should encapsulate the desired data quality, compliance, security, and accessibility, among other critical factors.

The target state plays a pivotal role in shaping the data stewardship program. It serves as a guidepost, providing direction and clarity to the various data stewardship initiatives. It sets the bar for what the organization aims to achieve, enabling data stewards to align their efforts with these goals and measure their progress.

Understanding the level of data complexity

Before we define the target state of data stewardship, let’s align on the various levels of data complexity in the data journey. As organizations evolve...