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Data Governance Consulting

Data Governance Strategy

Evaluate your organization’s readiness, identify gaps, and create a comprehensive enablement plan covering education, change management, policies, and procedures.

This approach ensures the successful adoption of your data governance program.

Master Data Management

Implement processes, standards, and policies for effective data governance across the entire lifecycle. We specialize in master data management that ensures consistent, trusted data use.

Our commitment extends to emerging AI, adhering to all relevant laws and regulations.

Data Security & Privacy

Achieve full regulatory compliance with our expertise in navigating complex requirements.

We help you classify, store, and manage data in strict adherence to GDPR, HIPAA, and other critical regulations, safeguarding your organization’s privacy.

Metadata Management

Organize and define your data assets by implementing governance tools such as a data glossary, dictionary, catalog, and lineage.

We’ll tailor a plan based on your analytics maturity to ensure effective development and ongoing maintenance.

Data Quality Management

Establish and enforce data quality rules, define success criteria, and automate processes.

Our data quality programs ensure trustworthy, reliable data with company-wide rules and procedures, enhancing decision-making across the board.

Document Management

Streamline the creation, storage, and retrieval of documents and content.

Implement efficient content management strategies to ensure easy access, compliance, and collaboration across your organization, while minimizing risks and maximizing productivity.

We tackle common data governance challenges.

Inconsistent Data Ownership

Lack of clear ownership and accountability for data assets across departments leads to governance failures and data quality issues.

Data Silos and Fragmentation

Disconnected data sources and silos prevent organizations from accessing a unified view of their data, making governance and compliance efforts inefficient.

Balancing Security with Accessibility

Ensuring robust data security while maintaining easy access for authorized users can be challenging, especially with remote and hybrid work environments.

Adapting to Rapidly Changing Regulations

The evolving landscape of data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) makes it difficult for organizations to stay compliant, particularly when operating in multiple jurisdictions.

Did you know?

The global average cost of a data breach in 2023 was USD 4.45 million.

4.45m

dollars
lost

Source: IBM

Did you know?

Through 2025, 80% of organizations seeking to scale digital business will fail because they do not take a modern approach to data and analytics governance.

Pragmatic, Practical Data Governance Consulting

Our Data Governance Services are designed with precision and clarity, focusing on solving real-world problems for businesses. We understand that every organization’s data journey is unique, which is why we take a tailored approach to ensure that governance isn’t just a box-ticking exercise, but a core component of operational success.

  • Data Governance Program

    We begin by conducting a comprehensive assessment of your organization’s current data landscape. This includes evaluating your organizational readiness, pinpointing any existing gaps, and developing a strategic enablement plan to cover all aspects of governance. Our program focuses not only on technical aspects but also emphasizes the importance of education and change management, ensuring that all team members—from leadership to front-line employees—are aligned with governance best practices. We work to establish policies and procedures that enable the sustainable and scalable growth of your data governance framework, ensuring seamless adoption and long-term success.

    Our structured approach ensures that governance becomes an integral part of your organizational culture, facilitating smoother compliance with internal and external standards while driving data-driven decision-making across all departments.

  • Master Data Management

    Master Data Management (MDM) is the backbone of a successful data governance program. We create and implement processes, standards, and policies designed to ensure the consistency, accuracy, and reliability of data throughout its lifecycle. Our MDM services are built to establish a single source of truth across your organization, eliminating data silos and ensuring that critical data is easily accessible, up-to-date, and fully trusted.

    We specialize in implementing trusted master data management protocols that not only adhere to current best practices but also anticipate future needs. As AI technology becomes increasingly intertwined with data management, we ensure that ethical standards are met and that your organization remains compliant with the latest regulations regarding emerging AI technologies. Our MDM solutions also include governance over reference data and hierarchies to ensure consistency across business units and geographies.

  • Data Security and Privacy

    In today’s world, regulatory compliance is no longer optional—it’s a necessity. Data security and privacy are central to any governance strategy, and we provide expert guidance on navigating complex regulatory landscapes. From the GDPR to HIPAA and beyond, our team is proficient in classifying, storing, and managing data in compliance with local and global laws. We help you build a framework that minimizes risk while maximizing data accessibility for those who need it.

    We don’t just help you comply with the regulations of today; we prepare your organization for the evolving regulations of tomorrow. By continuously monitoring the regulatory landscape and incorporating industry-leading practices, we ensure that your data management processes remain robust and secure as new threats and laws emerge.

  • Metadata Management

    Metadata is the key to unlocking the full potential of your data. Our Metadata Management services help you organize and define your data assets, giving you complete control over your data landscape. We assist in selecting and implementing essential data governance tools such as data glossaries, dictionaries, catalogs, and lineage tracking systems. These tools are tailored to your business’s unique needs, ensuring that your team has the context necessary to derive valuable insights from your data.

    Whether you’re in the early stages of metadata management or looking to scale your current efforts, we’ll create a practical, customized plan that ensures your metadata architecture is sustainable. Our services provide a clear line of sight into your data’s origin, its transformations, and its usage across your enterprise. With a solid metadata foundation, you can enhance data discovery, increase transparency, and facilitate better decision-making.

  • Data Quality Program, Rules, and Procedures

    High-quality data is essential for making effective business decisions, and our Data Quality Program ensures that your organization has access to reliable and accurate information. We work with you to establish data quality rules that are aligned with your strategic objectives. This includes defining success criteria, implementing the right technology, and automating processes that enhance data quality.

    Our comprehensive approach ensures that data quality isn’t left to chance. By integrating data validation, cleansing, and monitoring procedures, we guarantee that your data remains consistent and usable across all systems and departments. Our company-wide rules and procedures ensure that data integrity is maintained at every stage of the data lifecycle, allowing your business to trust the insights you gain from your analytics. With our support, you can confidently make decisions knowing your data is accurate, timely, and of the highest quality.

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Data Governance and Compliance – Part #6

In the journey of breaking down data silos, mid-market companies not only enhance collaboration and data accessibility but also need to establish a robust framework for data governance and compliance.

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Mastering Data Governance: Best Practices and Lessons Learned for Enterprise Success

How do we gain buy-in with enterprise Data Governance and data quality programs and processes when your organization is exercising caution due to past failures? Data Governance has become a critical discipline and important area of focus for organizations to realize operational efficiency and to support business growth.

How to Implement Effective Data Governance in Rapidly Growing Organizations

Many of our customers have grown primarily through mergers and acquisitions to achieve accelerated growth. As a result, the organization quickly faces the prospects of multiple applications and systems that deliver similar functions and store the same data.

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