Data Governace Flashcards
(24 cards)
What is NOT a standard motivation for Data Governance
Installing a new application package
According to the DAMA DMBoK, the Data Governance Steering Committee (DGSC) is the highest authority organization for data governance in an organization. Who should typically chair this group?
Chief Data Steward (Business) / Chief Data Officer
Who is most responsible for communicating and promoting awareness on the value of Data Governance in the organization?
Everyone in the Data Management Community
Data Governance touch points throughout the project lifecycle are facilitated by this organization
The Data Governance Office
What Organization Structure should set the overall direction for Data Governance?
Data Governance Steering Committee
What is the role of the Data Governance Council in defining an Information Security policy?
The Data Governance Council should review and approve the high-level Data Security Policy
In the Information Management Lifecycle, the Data Governance Activity “Define the Data Governance Framework” is considered in which lifecycle stage?
Plan
What does NOT characterize an effective data steward?
Is a highly experienced technical expert in a variety of data management disciplines & tools
A RACI matrix is a useful tool to support the __________ in an outsourced arrangement
Segregation of duties
When new governmental and industry regulations are formulated and enacted, Data Governance plays a key role in the process of identifying the data and information components for compliance. What do you see as their most important role in any regulatory compliance project?
“Working with business and technical leadership to find the best answers to a standard set of regulatory compliance questions (How, Why, When, etc)”
Every enterprise is subject to many governmental and industry regulations, many of which regulate how data and information is used and managed. Part of the Data Governance Function is to:
Monitor and ensure that organisations meet any regulatory compliance requirements
How do data management professionals maintain commitment of key stakeholders to the data management initiative?
Continuous communication education & promotion of the importance and value of data and information assets
The purpose of data governance is to ensure that:
Data is managed properly, according to policies and best practices
A common driver for data governance is:
Regulatory compliance
Adoption of a Data Governance program is most likely to succeed:
With an incremental rollout strategy
What is the key factor that organizations need to address for the success of Data Governance (DG)?
Managing cultural change with strong leadership support
In the context of Data Governance, what is the primary focus of Data Stewards in an organization?
Execution of operational data governance activities
What is the purpose of assessing “Capacity to Change” in the context of Data Governance (DG)?
Identifying potential resistance points to behavioural change required for DG
If the CDO is not directly in control of all data acquisition-related budgets, what is the role of the Chief Data Officer (CDO) regarding Budget and Funding?
Preventing duplicate efforts and ensuring optimization of acquired data assets
Why are tools mentioned in the context of Data Governance?
Tools assist in managing the work and data of a DG program, along with supporting metrics.
What tools are necessary for managing and communicating changes in a Data Governance (DG) program?
Business / DG strategy map, DG roadmap, ongoing business case for DG, and DG metrics
What is the primary purpose of metrics in a Data Governance program?
To measure progress, success, and the added business value of DG participants.
Why is a focus on managing change crucial in the context of implementing a Data Governance program?
Ignoring company culture will diminish the chances of success in data governance.
What is the usual approach to implementing Data Governance (DG) programs?
Applying to small, isolated projects first.
