Chapter 5: Implementing Data Governance

In this chapter, we will do a detailed review of data governance: the need for it and the risks associated with improper data governance. You will learn the differences between data governance and management. You will also learn the key principles for a successful data governance program and some key steps that you can take to ensure your initiative is successful. We will then get more specific and discuss what we can do to govern data in Salesforce.

We will learn about doing a current state assessment so next time you are tasked with one, you can easily assess the current state and make recommendations to rectify any problems or improve the current state. You will also learn about relevant metrics that can be put in place to ensure that you are tracking progress.

Data privacy is a topic that's gaining more and more visibility as regulatory bodies around the world enact laws to protect personal data. There is a slew of regulatory laws...