Defining a target state – What does good data stewardship look like?
Defining a target state is essentially creating a clear vision of what an optimized data governance and stewardship program looks like. It involves setting specific goals and KPIs that reflect the organization’s data management aspirations. This vision should encapsulate the desired data quality, compliance, security, and accessibility, among other critical factors.
The target state plays a pivotal role in shaping the data stewardship program. It serves as a guidepost, providing direction and clarity to the various data stewardship initiatives. It sets the bar for what the organization aims to achieve, enabling data stewards to align their efforts with these goals and measure their progress.
Understanding the level of data complexity
Before we define the target state of data stewardship, let’s align on the various levels of data complexity in the data journey. As organizations evolve...
