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The Data Governance Basics

The following pages are your guide to the basics of Data Governance. We further expound on these ideas in our popular Practical Guidance blog series.

Data Governance Basics

Data Governance: The Basic Information

Here’s the essential WHO-WHAT-WHEN-WHERE-WHY-HOW information about Data Governance, some short answers to basic questions, and links to more detailed information located… Read More

Definitions of Data Governance

Definitions of Data Governance

“Data Governance is a system of decision rights and accountabilities for information-related processes…” Read More

Goals and Principles for Data Governance

Goals and Principles for Data Governance

Data Governance Guiding Principles from the Data Governance Institute. These principles are imbued in all successful Data Governance and Stewardship programs, processes, and… Read More

Data Governance and Stewardship

Governance and Stewardship

The terms Data Governance and Data Stewardship are sometimes used interchangeably, but there is actually a difference… Read More

Data Governance, Stewardship, and Quality Roles and Responsibilities

Governance, Stewardship, and Quality Roles and Responsibilities

Who does what in a Data Governance program? The answer is largely dependent on the focus and scope of your program. Most programs organize for success, however, using a typical… Read More

Data Governance Glossary

Data Governance Glossary

The DGI offers the web’s best collection of data-related terms explained using non-technical language. Here you will find the information you need to understand not only Data Governance, but other… Read More

Data Governance Practical Guidance

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. Read More

The DGI Data Governance Communications Guide
The DGI Data Governance Framework
DGI Implementation Assessments for Data Governance Programs