Data Stewardship: An Actionable Guide to Effective Data Management and Data Governance

Data stewards are essential for successful data governance implementation, as they ensure data is trusted, dependable, and high quality. The role of process in data stewardship is now recognized as key, and the second edition of Data Stewardship provides practical advice on implementing and running data stewardship, including guidelines on how to organize based on organizational structure, business functions, and data ownership. It also includes detailed lists of responsibilities for each type of data steward and strategies to help the Data Governance Program Office work effectively with them.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 322 pages
Publication date: 06 November 2020
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

The backbone of a successful data governance implementation lies in the dedicated individuals known as data stewards within any organization. These individuals are responsible for the crucial task of ensuring that data is trusted, reliable, and of the highest quality. Since the first edition of this book was published, the field has witnessed significant advancements, including the integration of data stewardship into project management, the challenges of managing data stewardship in large international companies, the management of big data and Data Lakes, and a shift in the mindset towards aligning data stewardship with the data itself. This shift has moved from a focus on business or organizational functions to a data-centric approach. Furthermore, the role of process in data stewardship has gained recognition as an essential component, necessitating its coverage in this second edition.

Data Stewardship, Second Edition offers comprehensive and practical guidance on implementing and managing data stewardship, providing clear guidelines on how to organize based on organizational structure, business functions, and data ownership. The book empowers data managers to gain support for their stewardship efforts, maintain that support over time, and measure the success of their data stewardship initiatives. It includes detailed lists of responsibilities for each type of data steward and strategies to facilitate effective collaboration between the Data Governance Program Office and the data stewards.

In conclusion, data stewards play a pivotal role in the success of data governance implementations. By working tirelessly to make data trusted, dependable, and high quality, they contribute to the overall effectiveness and efficiency of an organization's data management practices. With the advancements outlined in this second edition, data stewards will be well-equipped to navigate the evolving landscape of data management and drive value for their organizations.

Weight: 670g
Dimension: 191 x 234 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780128221327
Edition number: 2 ed