Introduction

Say hello to your new data governance operating model

Introduction

Want to gain intelligent insights on the right data at the right time, in the right way? Who wouldn’t? After all, that’s how you make the right business decisions to get the right business outcomes.

So then, the real question is how?

*Drumroll*

It all starts with adopting and embedding the right data governance operating model (DGOM) within your organization.

So then, the real question is how?

*Drumroll*

It all starts with adopting and embedding the right data governance operating model (DGOM) within your organization.

With the right operating model, you get:

The ability to leverage data as a valuable enterprise asset
Greater agility in responding to market changes, while being able to launch new initiatives for increased opportunity
Improved operating efficiency and effectiveness
Better decision making based on trustworthy data
Compliance with standards, legislation and regulation
Effective communication across strategic, tactical and operational data decision layers within your organization

With the right operating model, you get:

The ability to leverage data as a valuable enterprise asset
Greater agility in responding to market changes, while being able to launch new initiatives for increased opportunity
Improved operating efficiency and effectiveness
Better decision making based on trustworthy data
Compliance with standards, legislation and regulation
Effective communication across strategic, tactical and operational data decision layers within your organization

And the best thing about Stibo Systems’ recommended operating model is that you don’t have to reinvent the wheel. You can start small by tailoring it to existing responsibilities in your organization, rather than having to immediately create new positions and give people more work.

So, without further ado…

The DGOM Design Pyramid

To make those six steps work, you’ll need to structure your people and business in the right way. This pyramid is how we at Stibo Systems recommend you set up your operating model.

From your Core MDM Group, to your Data Governance Working Group, to the everyday Data Stewards, this model gives you the who’s who of everyone involved in defining, developing, and delivering robust data governance.

Carry on reading for tips and tricks on all the policies, processes, and roles you’ll need to consider in your data governance operating model.