What's the purpose of data governance

[Zhudocode]

Forgive me for a nooby question, but what is the point of data governance if everyone is working at the same company? Is it for insider purposes?

[rgnonohay]

Data governance allows you to get better harmonized data and data lineage. Across the company this can serve as a secure way to democratize data an

[Datajoe · Accepted solution]

Hey Zhudocode, Actually answered this is person, but Data Governance fundamentally is about the appropriate, efficient and effective use of data. Appropriate use has to do with ethical ai, use of personal information, and policy around confidential and company internal data. Effective use is business process and practice about the best way to use data, having a common understanding  (glossary) and alignment on the mean8ng and story of the data from multiple perspectives. Efficient use has to do with standardizing the architecture and tools used, having a defined source of truth and engagement (data lake) and appropriate ways of working with data.