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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 the origin and destination of your data stewardship program

There are three essential questions that are universal to all kinds of planning and can address any problem statement.

In the context of data stewardship, consider the following:

  • Where are you now?
    • Describe the current state of your organization’ s data assets, such as their quality, accessibility, usability, safety, and trustworthiness
    • Document the challenges that you face in managing and overseeing the data life cycle, such as data silos, inconsistencies, errors, breaches, or compliance issues
    • Use statistics to illustrate the problems or opportunities that arise from your data stewardship practices
  • Where do you want to go?
    • Outline the vision or goals that you have for improving your data stewardship capabilities, such as enhancing data quality and security
    • Specify the benefits or outcomes that you expect to achieve from your data stewardship initiatives, such as better decision-making, customer...