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Data Governance Framework

Business analysisDigital and data

Reference model

Data Governance FrameworkA canvas of 9 boxes laid out on a grid of 3 columns and 3 rows: Data Stewardship, Data Quality Management, Compliance and Security, Data Policies, Data Architecture, Data Lifecycle Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Training and Awareness, Performance Metrics.Data StewardshipDefine roles for data managementand ownership.Data Quality ManagementEstablish processes to ensuredata accuracy and completeness.Compliance and SecurityEnsure data handling complieswith regulations and securitystandards.Data PoliciesCreate policies for data access,usage, and sharing.Data ArchitectureDesign the structure and flow ofdata within the organization.Data Lifecycle ManagementManage data from creation todeletion, ensuring relevance andcompliance.Stakeholder EngagementInvolve key stakeholders in datagovernance processes.Training and AwarenessEducate staff on data governancepolicies and practices.Performance MetricsDefine metrics to measure datagovernance effectiveness.

A comprehensive framework for effective data governance.

About this model

A structured approach to managing data assets, ensuring data integrity, security, and compliance with regulations.

Originator not stated.

How to read it

  • Focus on the roles and responsibilities defined in the framework.
  • Ensure compliance and quality standards are met.

What this does

Establishes a structure for managing data assets to ensure data quality, privacy, and compliance across the organization.

When to use it

Use it when you need to define roles, responsibilities, and processes for data management to enhance data quality and compliance.

Not when: Do not use it when the organization lacks data assets or when data management is not a priority.

What happens next

Develop a data management policy based on the framework.

Golden thread

Builds on ←

  • Data assessment
  • Stakeholder analysis

Feeds into →

  • Data management policy

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Drafted with AI and reviewed by Eccellere on 04/11/2026. Guidance, not advice: apply your own judgement.