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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?

Making the impact visible to your stakeholders - Feedback loop to measure and report progress

Data stewardship is not a one-off exercise. Data stewardship is like your HR or Finance department. It exists for good reason. We need to foster a new culture of fail fast and relearn fast.

Before diving into the feedback loop mechanisms, it is essential to recognize the readiness to change within the organization. Change readiness is the ability to continuously initiate and respond to change in ways that create advantage, minimize risk, and sustain performance. It is an essential prerequisite to the successful implementation of data stewardship programs.

To evaluate the organization’s readiness to change, consider the following factors:

  • Awareness of the need for change: Ensure that there is a clear understanding across the organization of why change is necessary. This involves communicating the benefits and potential risks of not adapting to new data management strategies...