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Data Governance Framework

Hundreds of Data Governance programs around the world have used this logical structure as a template for how they classify, organize, and describe the complex activities that come together to govern data. Whether you are starting a program, joining one, or rejuvenating one, the DGI Data Governance Framework can keep your team in sync.

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Data Governance Basics

Your guide to the basics of Data Governance including Definitions, Goals and Principles, Roles and Responsibilities, our Glossary, and more. We further expound on these ideas in our popular Practical Guidance blog series. Learn more…

Online Training Center

The Online Training Center covers a wide variety of Data Governance and Data Management topics through individual courses and learning plans from world-class instructors. Expand your skill set through new material or brush up on the basics with self-paced learning, on-demand and live options, and unlimited course access. And don’t forget to use code DGI to save 10% on registration. Learn more…

Join the DGI

Members of the world-renowned Data Governance Institute gain access to our exclusive learning materials. Members enrich their skill set through deep-dives on communications, program implementation assessments, discounts on training and events, and more. Learn more…

    Benefits of Membership in the DGI

    Membership in the world-renowned Data Governance Institute offers unlimited access to exclusive content, discounts on training, and reduced rates for conferences and events worldwide. It’s the perfect way to enhance your skills, stay current, and connect with industry leaders.

    Individual Membership

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    Team Membership

    $249

    • One-year membership for up to 10 team members

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    Corporate Membership

    $499
    • One-year membership for up to 25 team members
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    Data Governance & Compliance for Financial Institutions

    Delve into a rich tapestry of topics that are central to data governance in the financial realm. Discover best practices, success stories, and innovative technologies that are driving the data governance landscape. September 2025 in Frankfurt, Germany

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    Master Data & Data Governance Excellence for Life Sciences

    Speakers will share their expertise in building a strong, foundational Master Data Management and Data Governance strategy that will ensure ongoing data quality maintenance and drive operational efficiencies in your organization for years to come.

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    Featured Training: DMBoK and CDMP Preparation

    The DMBoK and CDMP® Preparation Learning Plan from Dataversity addresses all of the Information Management disciplines as defined in the international industry standard, the DAMA International Data Management Body of Knowledge (DMBoK®). 

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    The Data Governance & Information Quality Conference

    DGIQ is the world’s most comprehensive event dedicated entirely to Data Governance and Information Quality, and Enterprise Data World (EDW) has long been recognized as the most comprehensive educational conference on Data Management. This spring, we’re combining these industry-leading conferences to offer an unparalleled learning experience.

     

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    Enterprise Data World

    Enterprise Data World (EDW) has long been recognized as the most comprehensive educational conference on Data Management. Now, with DGIQ West joining forces with EDW, we’re bringing even greater insights and actionable strategies for attendees eager to take their data-driven organizations to the next level.

     

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    Practical Guidance Series

    This blog series, Practical Guidance, is a wealth of knowledge on data strategy, data governance, and realizing value from information assets. Categories include: Getting Started, Organizations and Accountabilities, Processes and Alignments, and Focus Areas.

    Stakeholder Conversations

    Wanna keep your job? Working in Data Governance means doing a lot of conflict management work, so we have to learn to say what we mean but not necessarily the first thing that pops into our heads. Check out these cartoons to learn some “diplomatic” phrases that may serve you well. Read more…

    Quotes

    As a Data Governance or Stewardship leader, you do a lot of talking, right? And you’d like to be profound sometimes – or clever, or learned, or at least not tongue-tied… Browse our collections below to find the perfect quote to inspire your team, wow your bosses and make you the standout at any conference! Read more…

    Defining Data Governance

    How you define your program will influence your ability to manage it — to keep all participants on focus, in sync, and striving toward the same goals.

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    Focus Areas for Data Governance: Data Quality

    This type of program typically comes into existence because of issues around the quality, integrity, or usability of data. It may be sponsored by a Data Quality group or a business team that needs better quality data. (For example: Data Acquisition or  Mergers &...
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    Demonstrating Value

    Everything an organization does should tie to one of three universal value drivers. Data Governance efforts MUST tie back to one or more of these drivers. And YOU must communicate how it does.

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    Focus Areas for Data Governance: Policy, Standards, Strategy

    This type of program typically comes into existence because some group within the organization needs support from a cross-functional leadership body. For example, companies moving from silo development to enterprise systems may find their application development teams...
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