Starting in Data Governance

If you are just starting in Data Governance, these are the best blogs to read first:


What is Data Governance?

Clearing away the confusion around what Data Governance actually is (and what it isn’t).

What’s the difference between Data Governance and Data Management?

Explaining the differences between these two terms, and why it’s important to understand both.

The Six Principles for Successful Data Governance

Highlighting the six key principles which I believe underpin all successful Data Governance frameworks.

Why does my company need Data Governance?

Understand “why” Data Governance is so important, not just how to do it.

Everything you need to know about Data Governance roles and responsibilities

HIghlighting the different roles and responsibilities needed when you are designing and implementing a Data Governance framework.

What is the number one Data Governance mistake?

Explaining how to avoid the biggest Data Governance mistake, as well as some other common pitfalls.

What is Data Ownership?

Explaining the role of Data Owners within a Data Governance Framework.

What is the difference between Data Owners and Data Stewards?

Explaining the different roles and why you need both

What is Data Custodianship?

Describing the role of Data Custodians, and why it’s crucial to understand the meaning of terminologies within the context of different organisations.

The difference between a Data Catalogue and a Data Glossary

Explaining the meaning and functions of Data Catalogues and Data Glossary.

Data Governance Interview with Dr Gerald J Wong

My interview with Dr Gerald J Wong, the Data Strategy and Governance Lead at the UK Hydrographic Office, who share marine geospatial data with governments, defence users and academia.


If videos are more your thing than blogs, many of these subjects and more are covered on my YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheDataGovernanceCoach