Conclusion

As you reviewed the approach in this use case, in concert with the previous 16 chapters, I hope it is abundantly clear that there is no single approach for data governance. Every company and every situation is unique. What works at one company won’t work for a similar company in the same industry. This is why I offered alternative options in this chapter and examples throughout the book to showcase what has and has not worked previously for me. Ultimately, any data professional will have successes and failures in their career. One of the hardest lessons to learn (for me) is that what was recommended this year may have been recommended in the past but now is effective because the company is facing new challenges or priorities. Thus, sometimes, just changing circumstances will allow for the same suggestion to work in your environment now, whereas it was rejected previously.

The context matters. Your willingness to spend time to build trust in the capabilities outlined...